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.
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Nepal’s Prime Minister Resigns as Protesters Set Fire to Leaders’ Houses
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.
Protesters in Nepal Set Fire to President and Prime Minister’s Homes
A day after violent clashes left at least 19 people dead, young protesters defied a curfew and took to the streets again.
Social Media Goes Back Online in Nepal After 19 Are Killed in Protests
The government reversed its ban on Facebook, Instagram and other platforms, which had helped to fuel demonstrations by young people who were also angry about corruption.
Claudia Sheinbaum Walks a Political Tightrope as Rubio Visits Mexico
U.S. pressure to crack down on corrupt politicians has squeezed President Claudia Sheinbaum of Mexico ahead of her meeting with Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Former Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe Arrested on Corruption Charges
The ex-leader, Ranil Wickremesinghe, was arrested amid government investigations into widespread bribery and graft.
Former Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe Arrested on Corruption Charges
The ex-leader, Ranil Wickremesinghe, was arrested amid government investigations into widespread bribery and graft.
Arrests in Turkey Silence Erdogan’s Rivals, Opposition Says
Turkey has arrested at least 390 people associated with the political opposition since March.
Once Seen as Divisive, South Korea’s New Leader Tries for Charming
To South Koreans weary of the political polarization that led briefly to martial law, President Lee Jae Myung is showing a more human touch than his predecessor. But his biggest challenges lie ahead.
A Year After the Revolution, Bangladesh Grapples With Frustration
There are concerns about the slow pace of change in the country, with a promised election still months away, a struggling economy and familiar problems persisting.