In a dramatic escalation of the ongoing protest movement, Kenyan police unleashed tear gas on Thursday to disperse pockets of demonstrators who had converged on the heart of Nairobi, the country’s capital.
The protesters, undeterred by the authorities’ show of force, remained resolute in their demands for President William Ruto’s resignation.
As the demonstrators sought to build on earlier concessions and maintain momentum, the government’s response grew more severe.
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The streets of Nairobi became a battleground, with police and protesters engaged in a tense standoff.
The air was thick with the acrid smell of tear gas, and the sounds of chaos and discontent filled the air.
The protesters’ resolve to compel President Ruto’s resignation has only strengthened, even as the authorities work to suppress the movement.
The situation remains volatile, with the potential for further clashes and unrest.
As the standoff continues, the future of Kenya’s leadership hangs in the balance, and the world watches with bated breath.
