BANGLADESH – Bangladesh protests the killing of a political activist for a second day on Friday Dec. 19, with people blocking roads and setting fire on several buildings. Protests erupted shortly after Sharif Osman Hadi, 32, died while undergoing treatment in a Singapore hospital on Thursday. Protesters in Dhaka also damaged the house of the […]
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Thousands Take to the Streets for Industrial Pollution Protest in Tunisia
TUNISIA – Thousands took to the streets on Wednesday for industrial pollution protest in Tunisia’s Gabes city, where pollution has been coming from a local chemical production facility. The march began in the Ayn Salam area and proceeded to the governor’s office, where protesters carried banners that read: “The people want the plant dismantled”, “Gabes […]
Farmers Protest in Greece Block Roads and Ports
GREECE – Livestock breeders and farmers protest in Greece escalated with nationwide mobilizations on Monday, blocking major roads, ports, airports and customs offices, for delays in the payment of subsidies among other grievances. At a meeting in Trilofos, Thessaloniki, representatives from 20 agricultural and livestock blocs spanning regions formed a coordination committee to organize nationwide […]
Philippines Protest Rally Today as Filipinos Take to the Streets
PHILIPPINES – Two major public rallies were conducted in Manila, Philippines on Sunday, in protest demanding government accountability and transparency in the wake of two deadly typhoons. A total of 16,433 police officers are to be stationed at the two main rally locations: Rizal Park in Manila, where religious group Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) is […]
1 Shot Dead During Anti-Government Protests in Peru
PERU – At least 1 protester was shot dead during overnight anti-government protests in Peru, where thousands took to the streets on the country’s capital Lima. The Ombudsman’s Office confirmed the death Thursday and reported over 100 injuries, including 78 police officers and 24 protesters, adding that several arrests were made. The disturbances began Wednesday […]
Los Angeles County Declares a State of Emergency
USA – In response to ongoing ICE raids, the Los Angeles county declared a state of emergency on Tuesday, saying that federal actions have disrupted local economies and caused widespread fear among immigrants. The measure, approved in a 4-1 vote by the county’s Board of Supervisors, allows the county to mobilize additional resources to support […]
Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina Goes in Hiding
MADAGASCAR – Madagascar’s president Andry Rajoelina said on Monday that he was sheltering in a safe place after what he called an attempt on his life. Andry Rajoelina said only the country’s constitution could resolve the impasse, which has seen weeks of anti-government protests. “I was forced to find a safe place to protect my […]
Elite Madagascar Army Unit Installs Gen. Demosthene Pikulas as New Army Chief
MADAGASCAR – The elite Madagascar army unit that sided with protesters installed Gen. Demosthene Pikulas as the new army chief on Sunday, just hours after President Andry Rajoelina announced that an attempted coup was underway. Gen. Demosthene Pikulas was installed by the Army Personnel Administration Center (CAPSAT) during a ceremony at the army headquarters in […]
After Gen-Z Protests, Moroccan Authorities Agree to Combat Corruption
MOROCCO – Moroccan authorities have agreed to combat corruption after Gen-Z protests that demanded reforms. According to a government statement, the National Authority for Probity, Prevention and the Fight against Corruption (INPPLC) signed the agreement with the General Directorate for National Security (DGSN) and the General Directorate for Territorial Surveillance (DGST). The deal aims to […]
27 Injured in Georgia Protests
GEORGIA – At least 27 people – including 21 police officers and 6 protesters – were on Saturday injured during Georgia protests in violent clashes at the country’s capital, Tbilisi. Protests in central Tbilisi escalated into clashes on Saturday as demonstrators stormed the courtyard of the Orbeliani Presidential Palace after the ruling party declared victory […]
Moroccan Gen Z Protests Latest Updates
MOROCCO – As the Moroccan Gen Z protests continue, the country’s Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch stated that his government is ready for dialogue on Thursday, as the protests claim 3 lives. “A dialogue-based approach remains the only way to address various social and economic issues facing the country,” he said during a government meeting. At […]
Madagascar Government Dissolved by President After Protests
MADAGASCAR – The Madagascar government was on Monday dissolved by the president Andry Rajoelina, after deadly youth-led protests swept the nation since Thursday. The UN said Monday that at least 22 people had been killed and more than 100 injured in demonstrations that have been inspired by the so-called “Gen-Z” protests in Kenya and Nepal. […]
Protests Against Corruption in Philippines Leave 1 Dead
PHILIPPINES – The Sunday protests against corruption in Philippines left 1 person dead, while over 90 police officers were injured. 216 others, including 89 minors were arrested according to local reports. The Department of Health said that 48 injured individuals were taken to a hospital after the clash between protesters and police on Mendiola Street, […]
Latest Updates on France Protests Today
FRANCE – At least 309 people were arrested after nationwide strike started as France faced protests on Thursday, led by trade unions. Around 1 million people took part in the protests according to authorities, surpassing the projected value of between 700,000 and 900,000. “A total of 309 people have been detained; 134 of them have […]
New Zealand and Australia Protests Today
AUSTRALIA – Aussies on Saturday took to the streets to protest, holding anti-government demonstrations, calling out racism and standing in solidarity with Palestine. New South Wales Police arrested one man for “breach of the peace,” while another person flying a drone over the demonstrations received a warning. In Melbourne, the capital of Victoria, around 150 […]