Breaking News: Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to Address Nation
At Least Five Killed, Scores Injured in Bangladesh Protests
Five people were killed and scores injured in Bangladesh on Tuesday as young protesters clashed with police.
The protests were sparked by reports that the government plans to raise food and fuel prices. Protesters have taken to the streets in major cities across the country, demanding that the government reconsider its decision.
In the capital, Dhaka, police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse the crowds. Several protesters were injured in the clashes.
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is expected to address the nation at 7:30 p.m. local time. It is not yet clear what she will say in her address.
The protests are a major challenge for the government, which has been in power since 2009. The government has been criticized for its handling of the economy, which has been struggling in recent years.
The protests are also a sign of growing discontent among young people in Bangladesh. Many young people feel that they are not getting a fair share of the country's economic growth.
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