Govt uses excessive force to suppress Gen Z protest; 19 killed

Summary

Government forces used excessive violence to suppress Gen Z protests across multiple cities, resulting in 19 deaths and several injuries, with curfews imposed in affected areas.

Key Points
  • Gen Z protests erupted in multiple cities demanding an end to corruption.
  • Protesters vandalized the Parliament building and clashed violently with police.
  • Police responded with teargas and then live bullets, killing 19 protesters.
  • Curfew imposed in Itahari following arson and escalation of violence.
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