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Nepalese army moves to restore order after protest violence intensifies

14 Sept 22:50 Key points summarised by AI

Nepalese soldiers deployed across Kathmandu, imposing a curfew and making arrests, to restore order after widespread protests led to government buildings being torched and politicians attacked.
The unrest, initially triggered by a social media ban, intensified dramatically following police killings, accusations of political corruption, and deep-seated anger over high youth unemployment.
Protests, dubbed 'Gen Z protests,' reflect broader discontent among young people who feel disadvantaged compared to the privileged 'nepo kids' of political leaders.
Despite lifting the initial social media ban, the government's pursuit of a new bill to regulate platforms faces strong criticism as a potential tool for censorship, further fueling public distrust.

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.