Thirteen killed and parliament set ablaze in Kenya protests - medics

At least 13 protesters have been shot dead by police in Kenya as demonstrations against new tax proposals escalate, with part of parliament set ablaze.

An angry crowd stormed the parliament in Nairobi, vandalizing the interior and stealing the ceremonial mace.

President William Ruto deployed the military to quell the protests, pledging to thwart attempts to undermine national security.

Protests erupted over an unpopular finance bill, which includes tax increases on items like bread and sanitary pads. Hundreds were injured.

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta urged dialogue, while international figures and Western countries expressed concern over the violence.