Kazakhstan protesters storm government buildings and Almaty airport

Protesters took over government buildings and reportedly stormed the airport in Almaty, Kazakhstan, after demonstrations against a fuel price rise spread quickly across the country. Subscribe to Guardian News on YouTube ► A government announcement that the price would be fixed at a lower level did not slow protesters who say they are unhappy with corruption and the cost of living. ’Peacekeeping forces’ from a Russia-led military alliance will be sent to help the country’s president, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, regain control. Kazakh media outlets cited the interior ministry as saying 317 police and national guard servicemen have been injured and eight killed. There have been no reliable estimates of civilian casualties Kazakhstan protests: Moscow-led alliance sends ‘peacekeeping forces’ ► The Guardian publishes independent journalism, made possible by supporters. Contribute to