Two Killed, Dozens Injured in Violent Pro-Monarchy Protests in Kathmandu

Violent protests erupted in Kathmandu, Nepal, as thousands rallied for the restoration of the monarchy, leading to two fatalities, including a journalist, and numerous injuries. The pro-monarchist demonstration, organized by royalist groups, devolved into chaos when protesters clashed with police, breaching barricades and engaging in vandalism and arson. The government responded with a curfew and deployed security forces, stating that the protests were driven by violence rather than political objectives. The clashes highlighted ongoing dissatisfaction with the current government amidst political and economic instability in Nepal. Calls for the return of former king Gyanendra Shah have intensified as public discontent grows. The tragic death of journalist Suresh Rajak, burned alive during the unrest, raises serious concerns about media safety in volatile political environments.