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Eleven killed after Kenya police shoot at antigovernment protesters

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Nationwide rallies to mark the 35th anniversary of a pro-democracy uprising have turned into a wider call for President Ruto to resign.

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  • Protests marking the Sabah Sabah anniversary turned into antigovernment demonstrations. 11s
  • Demonstrators cited corruption, police brutality, and high living costs as causes. 24s
  • Police responded with tear gas, water cannons, and live ammunition, leading to at least eleven deaths. 1m 6s
  • Authorities arrested more than 500 people for alleged attacks and looting. 2m 18s
  • Public trust in President Ruto's government has significantly declined. 2m 31s
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