Political Unrest

Mozambican Police Open Fire on Opposition Supporters in Maputo

Mozambican police fired on supporters of opposition leader Venancio Mondlane during a march in Maputo on Wednesday, leaving at least 10 injured, according to Mondlane’s team and a human rights researcher in a Reuters report. A police spokesperson confirmed dispersing the crowd but provided no further details. The march took place just hours before President Daniel Chapo signed an agreement with some political parties to address ongoing protests over his […]

March 6, 2025 16

Africa

M23 Rebels Seize Bukavu, Escalating Congo Conflict

Residents of Bukavu, eastern Congo’s second-largest city, are assessing the damage after widespread looting followed the arrival of Rwandan-backed M23 rebels according to Reuters. The rebel group, which took control of the city on Sunday, has pledged to restore order. Their capture of Bukavu and its strategic airport in Kavumu marks a major advance, further weakening Kinshasa’s authority and raising concerns of a broader regional war.

February 18, 2025 13

Africa

Opposition leader calls for week of protests in Mozambique

Mozambique's opposition leader, Venâncio Mondlane, has called for another week of protests starting 4 December 2024, accusing the government of election fraud. According to Bloomberg, the unrest, already marked by violence and economic disruptions, has resulted in dozens of deaths and threatened a major gas project. Police have responded with force, including live bullets, drawing international criticism.

December 4, 2024 25

World

Imran Khan’s supporters clash with police In Islamabad

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan's supporters have clashed with soldiers and police teams at the outskirts of Islamabad. Police say one officer has been killed and more than 100 have been injured. The Army has also been deployed as Pakistan's government tries to stop tens of thousands of supporters of Khan from trying to march into the capital. They are demanding the former cricketer - who has been in […]

November 26, 2024 33

World

Indian city tense days after clashes

A city in north India in the country's most populous state is on edge, days after four people were killed and dozens more injured in clashes. The opposition has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party of deliberately stoking communal tensions, and plans to raise the issue in Parliament this week.Neha Poonia has more:

November 26, 2024 24

World

Pakistan’s capital under security lockdown

Security across the capital Islamabad is on high alert as the protesters from the former Prime Minister Imran Khan's party march towards the capital demanding his release. Imran Khan has been in jail since last year over multiple corruption charges which his party alleges are politically motivated. Hira Mustafa has more.

November 26, 2024 16

Africa

Gunfire Erupts in South Sudan’s Capital

Heavy gunfire broke out in South Sudan's capital, Juba, on Thursday evening after security forces attempted to arrest the former head of the National Security Service. According to Reuters,tThe shooting, which began around 7 p.m. local time, lasted for over an hour before subsiding. A U.N. safety alert instructed staff to shelter in place as the situation unfolded.

November 22, 2024 8

Africa

Sudan’s Military Chief Warns of Risks from National Congress Party Strife

Armed forces leader Abdel Fattah al-Burhan has raised concerns over internal conflicts within Sudan's former ruling National Congress Party, following the reinstatement of an ally of ousted leader Omar al-Bashir as its head. And according to Reuters, the party's influence within the military has reportedly impacted decision-making during the ongoing 19-month conflict with the Rapid Support Forces, complicating efforts to secure a ceasefire.

November 20, 2024 6

World

Jet Blue suspends Haiti flights after bullet hits plane

Jet Blue Airlines will suspend all flights to and from Haiti for at least three weeks after one of its planes was hit by gunfire. American and Spirit Airlines have also cancelled flights to the island nation which is facing a security crisis amid worsening gang violence and political unrest. Ira Spitzer reports.

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