You're posting from Chile so you will know about state violence against protesters there too.

Police can use tear gas and water cannons against protesters.

Reports of deaths and military force being used against protesters were prominent.

Earlier this week she expressed fears that the Russian authorities would step up their action against protesters.

The other guy, actually a deputy attorney general, suggested the use of live ammunition against protesters.

Officials have reiterated that they are prepared to use force against protesters.

For now, with the world's press is watching, serious violence against protesters is not possible.

Media also mention that the police used unnecessary violence against protesters.

People were urged to stay at home to avoid being confronted by the military, which has been known to use force against protesters.

Security forces were again reported to have used live ammunition and tear gas against protesters.