Nepal’s ex-PM Oli detained over alleged role in deadly protest crackdown

Nepal's former Prime Minister Oli has been detained on allegations he orchestrated a deadly crackdown on protesters, according to the country's new home minister, who characterized the arrest as "the beginning of justice." The detention marks a significant accountability moment in Nepal, where previous governments have faced criticism for impunity in violent responses to dissent. Oli served as prime minister twice in recent years and has been a polarizing figure in Nepali politics. The home minister's framing suggests the arrest reflects a shift toward prosecuting high-ranking officials for security force actions that resulted in deaths during demonstrations. The case is likely to intensify scrutiny of how Nepal's political leadership has handled public unrest and whether other officials may face similar charges.