Kassym-Jomart Tokayev blames 'armed militants' for using fuel hike protests as cover for takeover plot, insists Russian-led troops called in to help quell unrest will leave 'soon'
Authorities claim rallies against fuel prices were hijacked by 'terrorists,' say allegations they have been targeting peaceful demonstrators are 'misinformation'
Most deaths are in Almaty; death toll is significant increase over previous tallies; over 2,200 injured; presidential office says around 5,800 people have been detained
Foreign Ministry liaises with Levan Kogeashvili's family to return body to Israel for burial; circumstances surrounding death unclear; comes after Kazakh leader orders lethal force
President Tokayev warns: 'Those who don't surrender will be eliminated'; at least 26 killed during mass protests, as Russia-led troops arrive to guard government institutions
Presidential residence in Almaty set ablaze after President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev promises 'tough' response to demonstrations and vows to remain in office
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