insert_link World Mass protests planned in France as new Prime Minister takes office Sebastien Lecornu (Bloomberg Photo: Chang Martin / SIPA / AP Photo) Around 100,000 people are expected to take part in protests across France on Wednesday as part of the “Block Everything” movement opposing the government and its budget plans. Hundreds of demonstrators have already been arrested at rallies nationwide. The demonstrations coincide with the official swearing-in of new Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu, following the collapse of François Bayrou’s government on […] today10 September, 2025
insert_link World Troops deployed in Kathmandu after violent protests Armed soldiers took control of Kathmandu on Wednesday (Photo: Euronews.com) Troops have been deployed in Nepal’s capital, Kathmandu, following violent demonstrations on Tuesday that saw protestors set government buildings on fire. The unrest has forced several politicians to go into hiding amid escalating tensions. Authorities say the deployment will restore order and protect public property, while calling on citizens to remain calm. today10 September, 2025
insert_link Africa Protesters Target Embassies Amid DRC Crisis Demonstrators in Kinshasa attacked the embassies of Rwanda, France, Belgium, and the United States, condemning international inaction over the escalating crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Meanwhile, gunfire echoed through parts of Goma as Congolese troops clashed with militia fighters backed by Rwandan forces. The eastern city has turned into a battleground since fighters from the Tutsi-led M23 armed group and Rwandan troops entered central Goma on Sunday night. today29 January, 2025
insert_link Africa Mondlane Returns to Mozambique Mozambique opposition leader Venancio Mondlane has returned after fleeing following a disputed October election says Reuters. He alleges the poll was rigged, sparking nationwide protests that have resulted in multiple deaths. Mondlane has urged his supporters to persist with demonstrations. Thousands greeted him at Maputo’s airport amidst heavy riot police presence, highlighting the tension. today10 January, 2025
insert_link World Pakistan clamps down on protests Pakistan's government is clamping down on mass demonstrations, a day former Prime Minister Imran Khan's party said it would hold a public protest in the capital city of Islamabad this week. Khan's supporters and party leaders held several demonstrations last month, demanding he be released from jail. today2 October, 2024
insert_link World Heartbreak has turned to rage in Israel. Can Benjamin Netanyahu survive the biggest challenge to his rule? By Ran Porat, Monash University Israelis are once again venting their anger over the failure of the government to reach a deal to release the hostages still being held by Hamas in Gaza. Hundreds of thousands of protesters have taken to the streets across the country over the past couple days, with some gathering outside the homes of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the US embassy. […] today4 September, 2024
insert_link Africa Nigeria police fire tear gas on hardship protests By Laurie Churchman Nigerian police fired tear gas on Thursday to break up several hundred protesters in the northern city of Kano and in the capital Abuja where demonstrators had joined in nationwide rallies against the high cost of living. Africa's most populous country is struggling with soaring inflation and a sharply devalued naira after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ended a costly fuel subsidy and liberalised the […] today1 August, 2024
insert_link Africa Demonstrators in Kenya prepare to resume protests Protestors in Kenya are preparing to resume demonstrations despite President Ruto declining to sign the finance bill into law. They aim to 'occupy State House,' insisting only Ruto's resignation will satisfy them. Isabel Nakirya reports. Analysts said that while the finance bill initially triggered the protests, they have now expanded to reflect broad dissatisfaction with the government. Protesters in Nairobi told Al Jazeera they are demanding the president's resignation. […] today27 June, 2024
insert_link World Amsterdam university closed after Pro-Palestinian protests The University of Amsterdam has closed its campuses for two days following protests on Monday. Pro-Palestinian demonstrations have also been taking place this week at several universities in Belgium. today14 May, 2024
