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Kenyan activists have continued their protests against President William Ruto, demanding his resignation despite his decision to withdraw the controversial finance bill that sparked deadly unrest. While protests were largely peaceful in some areas, a heavy police presence was maintained, and businesses remained shuttered in Nairobi following instances of looting and violence. The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has condemned the excessive use of force against protesters and documented numerous deaths, injuries, disappearances, and arrests.

Thousands of Israelis took to the streets across the country on Thursday, demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and fresh elections. The protests, which saw large gatherings outside Netanyahu’s residences in Caesarea and Jerusalem, were fueled by public anger over the government’s handling of the ongoing conflict in Gaza and the ongoing hostage crisis. Demonstrators, including families of the hostages, accused Netanyahu of prioritizing his political survival over securing the release of those held captive by Hamas.

Protests in Kenya, sparked by a controversial tax hike, have subsided after President William Ruto reversed the law following days of violent clashes. However, the unrest has left a trail of death and injury, prompting international condemnation and raising concerns about the future of the country’s political stability.

Kenya’s President William Ruto, who came to power promising economic relief, has faced violent protests over his proposed tax reforms aimed at tackling the country’s ballooning debt, primarily owed to China. The reforms, which included hikes on digital payments, bread, and cooking oil, triggered widespread outrage, particularly among youth, who have taken to the streets in frustration. Facing mounting pressure and the death of 23 protesters, Ruto has withdrawn the bill, leaving the government in a scramble to find alternative financing solutions.

The Indian embassy in Kenya has advised Indian citizens to exercise caution and limit non-essential movement due to ongoing anti-tax protests and violence. The advisory urges Indians to avoid affected areas until the situation stabilizes.

Auma Obama, half-sister of former U.S. President Barack Obama, was tear-gassed by Kenyan police during protests against a new tax bill. The protests turned violent with police firing on demonstrators, resulting in at least five deaths, dozens injured, and parts of the parliament building set ablaze.

Thousands of protesters in Kenya stormed the parliament building, setting part of it on fire, in a demonstration against a new finance bill. The unrest, the most direct assault on the government in decades, resulted in five deaths and over 30 injuries after police opened fire on the crowd.

At least five protesters were killed and dozens wounded after Kenyan police opened fire on demonstrators attempting to storm the parliament building in Nairobi. The protesters were demanding the rejection of a new finance bill that would impose new taxes on Kenyans already struggling with the high cost of living. The incident highlights the growing discontent with the Kenyan government and its economic policies.

Kenya is on the brink of a nationwide strike as youth-led protests against proposed tax hikes intensify. The demonstrations, sparked by the government’s plan to increase taxes, have surprised President William Ruto’s administration. The protests have been largely peaceful but have led to deaths and injuries, prompting calls for accountability from authorities. The government has partially backtracked on the tax increases, but plans to implement others, leading to concerns about further economic hardship for Kenyans.

Anti-government protests have escalated across Israel, fueled by dissatisfaction with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership during the ongoing Gaza conflict. Demonstrators are calling for immediate elections, a ceasefire, and the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas. The protests highlight deep divisions within Israeli society over the war’s objectives, Netanyahu’s handling of the crisis, and the influence of his far-right coalition partners.