On Monday, police in Kathmandu, Nepal, opened fire on a large demonstration against government regulations targeting social media platforms. Tens of thousands of protesters gathered around the parliament building, demanding greater control over online content. The protests were sparked by authorities alleging that foreign social media companies had failed to comply with registration requirements. At least 17 individuals were killed, with several others injured. Security forces responded to the demonstrations, resulting in the use of lethal force. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation and investigation.
Credits: News – South China Morning Post