unrest

The sudden increase in fuel prices led to widespread civil unrest and protests across the nation's capital.

(Chinese) 燃料价格的突然上涨导致了全国首都范围内广泛的民间动荡和抗议。

History shows that severe food shortages often trigger political unrest that can lead to a change in government.

(Chinese) 历史表明，严重的粮食短缺往往会引发政治动荡，从而导致政府更迭。