<h1>Caretaker government continues after resignation accepted; mass arson and attacks prompt security appeals for restraint and dialogue.</h1> Protesters carried out widespread arson and attacks on state institutions, media, hotels, schools, police posts, and residences of senior leaders. The President accepted the Prime Minister's resignation while directing the existing cabinet to continue in a caretaker capacity until a new Council of Ministers is formed. Security chiefs and the Army issued joint appeals urging restraint, protection of life and property, and resolution through dialogue, with civic leaders also calling for calm and talks.