3 Killed in Antigovernment Protests in Morocco
Demonstrators, mostly younger people, vented anger against heavy spending on preparations for the 2030 soccer World Cup instead of on public services.
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Demonstrators, mostly younger people, vented anger against heavy spending on preparations for the 2030 soccer World Cup instead of on public services.
A growing protest movement on the African island, despite deadly clashes with security forces, vows to keep fighting until Andry Rajoelina is ousted.
Deepraj Rai, 23, was shot in the thigh during antigovernment demonstrations in Nepal. As he recovered at the hospital, he shared his hopes for the youth-led movement.
The conservative activist had recently spoken at conferences in Asia. His message also resonated in Europe, and especially Britain, which has seen a rise in right-wing ideology.
After an explosion of popular rage tore through the country, its respected army was the only institution left standing. It’s now in talks with the protesters.
Protest leaders have suggested an interim leader after days of deadly unrest in Nepal that led to the resignation of the country’s prime minister and brought troops to the streets of Kathmandu.
Protesters set fire to government buildings and the homes of politicians as unrest over corruption, censorship and economic issues stretched into a second day.
Nepal’s recent social media ban, part of a global censorship trend, helped set off widespread unrest, forcing the government to reverse course.
A recent ban on social media brought young people to the streets, but they came filled with grievances that have built up over years.
A day after violent clashes left at least 19 people dead, Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli and other ministers quit, with no clear path to assuaging young protesters in the capital.