Head of state's remarks on costs

The head of state said that the cost of recent violence would be borne by those responsible, not by the public through taxes.

Intent behind the statement

The statement was made to calm public anger and frustration over the ongoing unrest in the country.

Public perception of the promise

Many citizens remain skeptical about whether the promise will be kept or if it is just a political strategy to manage the current crisis.

Context of the unrest

The unrest has been fueled by a combination of economic challenges, social inequality, and dissatisfaction with government policies.