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Protesters storm state radio and TV in Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyzstan's President Kurmanbek Bakiyev has declared a state of emergency in Bishkek and in three other protest-hit areas.
Opposition supporters today stormed the offices of state radio and TV amid escalating unrest over rising fuel prices and corruption.
State media and television went off air briefly after the attack.
In Bishkek, protesters attempted to storm the president's office but were held back by security forces, who reportedly fired live rounds into the crowd.
At least five people were reportedly killed in clashes between police and protesters outside President Kurmanbek Bakiyev's office.
There are reports that police tried to disperse demonstrators with tear gas and stun grenades.
Mass demonstrations continue across the country.
