Multiple people killed in Kenyan protests over tax hikes as police fire live rounds and parliament is set ablaze

Tensions escalated in Kenya as anti-tax protests turned violent, resulting in multiple deaths and injuries. Protesters stormed the parliament building, setting parts on fire and clashing with police who fired live rounds and tear gas to disperse the crowds. According to reports, at least five people were shot dead while treating the injured, with many more wounded. The protests were sparked by a controversial finance bill going through parliament, which aimed to increase taxes in a country already grappling with a severe cost-of-living crisis. The Kenya Medical Association reported that police fired live rounds and left "many wounded," while the White House called for calm and safe passage for medical officers to treat the injured.