In Kenya, five people have been reported killed and the parliament building set ablaze during protests against tax increases. President William Ruto has promised to take action to restore order after the demonstrations turned violent. The protests erupted in response to the government's decision to raise taxes, leading to widespread anger and unrest among the population. The situation escalated as protesters clashed with security forces, resulting in the tragic loss of five lives. The parliament building was also targeted by the protesters, with parts of it being set on fire. President Ruto has condemned the violence and vowed to bring those responsible to justice. The government's decision to increase taxes has been met with strong opposition from the public, who are already struggling with economic hardships. The protests highlight the growing discontent and frustration among Kenyan citizens over the country's economic policies. President Ruto's pledge to restore order indicates a commitment to addressing the grievances of the people and finding a peaceful resolution to the ongoing crisis. It remains to be seen how the government will respond to the protests and whether further violence can be prevented.

In Hong Kong, a court is moving closer to sentencing pro-democracy activists who were involved in an unofficial primary election. The activists, who were found guilty in the city's largest national security case, could potentially face life imprisonment. On Tuesday, the court started to hear pleas for leniency from some of the prominent activists.

The public prosecutor in New Caledonia has announced that a prominent indigenous independence leader from the French Pacific territory has been moved to a prison in mainland France for pre-trial detention. This decision comes in relation to his suspected involvement in a recent outbreak of violence that resulted in fatalities.

Israeli forces have been accused of using excessive force in the occupied West Bank, with reports emerging of troops strapping an injured Palestinian to a jeep. This incident comes amidst escalating violence in the region, with at least 39 people killed in Gaza due to Israeli strikes. Since October 7th, Israeli forces have reportedly killed over 480 Palestinians in the West Bank. The situation remains tense as clashes continue between Israeli forces and Palestinian protesters. The use of force by Israeli troops has drawn criticism from human rights organizations, who have called for an end to the violence and for both sides to engage in peaceful dialogue to resolve the conflict.

A massive protest against the government took place in Tel Aviv, causing chaos as scuffles broke out and police made arrests. The protest, which saw demonstrators blocking the city's main highway, prompted a strong police response, with officers on horseback attempting to disperse the crowd. The tense situation highlighted the growing discontent and frustration among the public towards the government.