URGENT: Mass Gen Z Protests Erupt in Nepal, Authorities Scramble to Contain Situation

BREAKING NEWS Mass Gen Z Protests Erupt in Nepal, At Least 19 Dead Kathmandu, Nepal - September 10, 2025 - The Nepali army has deployed troops to quell violent protests led by young people against corruption and social media bans. At least 19 protesters have been killed and over 200 injured in the past 48 hours. The protests turned deadly on Tuesday night as government buildings were set on fire, politicians attacked, and clashes erupted between protesters and security forces. Nepal's Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Oli has stepped down amid the turmoil. Frustrations among young people have been mounting over unemployment and a widening wealth gap in Nepal. The protests began to escalate earlier this week, with demonstrators calling for an end to corruption and greater freedoms. The situation remains volatile, with reports of ongoing clashes between protesters and security forces. The government has yet to announce a new prime minister or respond to the protesters' demands. This is a developing story. We will provide updates as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Npr.*