Sushila Karki, Nepal's new interim prime minister, has vowed to address the demands of "Gen Z" protesters to "end corruption" and restore order after demonstrations led to the ousting of her predecessor. Her appointment follows widespread protests triggered by a social media ban, which escalated into significant unrest and violence.

• A total of at least 72 people were killed and 191 injured during two days of protests.
• Sushila Karki, the 73-year-old former chief justice, was chosen by youth activists via the Discord app.
• Elections are scheduled for March 5, 2026, with Karki pledging her interim government will serve for no more than six months.