Young people in Nepal rose up against corruption and inequality. But they say they did not expect the bloodshed, arson and government downfall that followed.
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Nepal to Investigate Killings and Arson in Student Protests
It is a first effort by the country’s new government to understand the sequence of violent events that led to the abrupt downfall of the old one.
Nepal Uprising Is Latest Challenge to India’s Backyard Diplomacy
The overthrow of Nepal’s government is the latest in a series of uprisings among India’s neighbors, creating a political churn that complicates its ties.
Military Enforces Calm in Nepal After Two Days of Chaos
Leaders of a youthful protest movement that toppled a prime minister met with the military on Wednesday to discuss a path forward for the country.
The Moment Nepal’s Gen Z Protesters Felt the Vibe Change
Before the destruction began, the Gen Z demonstrators had planned to look good while promoting democracy and sweeping away an entrenched leadership.
Millennial Mayor Backs Nepal’s Gen Z Protesters
Balendra Shah won an upset victory three years ago to become Kathmandu’s mayor. He’s using social media to coach protesters on the country’s next steps.
Nepalis Worry About Security Forces’ Next Step After Crackdown Leaves 30 Dead
Human rights groups condemned the use of lethal force against protesters. Experts say Nepal’s army and police have historically not been held to account.
Troops Deployed After Day of Violent Protests in Nepal
Protesters set fire to government buildings and the homes of politicians as unrest over corruption, censorship and economic issues stretched into a second day.