Protests
Army deployed to quell mass unrest in Nepal as protests rages on
Kathmandu, Nepal– The streets of Kathmandu have been witness to unprecedented violence and unrest as thousands of protesters took to the streets, demanding the government’s resignation and accountability for alleged corruption and nepotism. The protests, triggered by a social media ban, have escalated into some of the most violent demonstrations in decades, resulting in the […]
Hundreds arrested as ‘block everything’ protests grip France
Paris, France – France is experiencing widespread protests fueled by public anger towards President Emmanuel Macron’s government. Demonstrators clashed with police, blocked roads, and set fires in Paris and other cities, intensifying public anger against the government and its austerity measures. Authorities confirmed that more than 200 people were arrested during the first hours of […]
Trump threatens war on Chicago, sparks outrage, protests in states
United States – In a move that has sparked widespread outrage, United States President Donald Trump has threatened to unleash his newly rebranded “Department of War” on Chicago, amidst thousands of protesters marching in the city and Washington, DC. The protests were a response to Trump’s plan to deploy National Guard troops and immigration agents […]
Indonesian school meal program hit by mass illness mmid protests
A mass illness has affected approximately 400 children in Indonesia‘s western Bengkulu province after they consumed free school meals, sparking an investigation into the cause of the outbreak. The incident has raised concerns about the safety and quality of the meals provided under President Prabowo Subianto’s flagship food program, which aims to help pregnant women […]
Indonesian protests: Women’s groups demand end to state violence
About 300 members of the Indonesian Women’s Alliance (API) gathered outside parliament in Jakarta, demanding an end to state violence and the withdrawal of the military from civilian security duties. This rally comes after a week of unrest that has resulted in at least 10 deaths, sparked by the killing of a motorcycle taxi driver […]
Widespread protests sweep across Indonesia
The Indonesian government is facing intense scrutiny as widespread protests sweep across the nation. The demonstrations, sparked by lawmakers’ pay, have escalated into a broader outcry against police brutality and economic inequality. Eight people have lost their lives in the protests, which began a week ago and have spread nationwide. In response to the escalating […]
Anti-Immigration rallies in Australia turn violent
Thousands of people rallied across major cities in Australia, including Sydney, Perth, Canberra, and Brisbane, to demand an end to what they called “mass immigration.” The protests, organized under the banner of “March for Australia,” turned violent in Melbourne, with clashes between protesters and counter-protesters prompting police to deploy pepper spray and baton rounds. The […]
Fire kills three people after demonstrators storm council buildings in Indonesia
At least three people were killed by a fire started by protesters at a council building in the Indonesian city of Makassar, after demonstrations broke out across the country over the death of a motorcycle taxi driver hit by a police vehicle. Major cities in Indonesia, including the capital Jakarta on Friday, have been rocked […]
Protests in Jakarta intensify after police kill ride-share driver
Tens of thousands of Indonesians, including students and workers, have taken to the streets in Jakarta and other cities to demand better wages, lower taxes, and the removal of allowances for politicians. The protests turned deadly on Thursday when an armored police vehicle hit and killed Affan Kurniawan, a 21-year-old motorcycle taxi driver working for […]
US envoy apologizes for “animalistic” remark, sparks outrage in Lebanon
The recent comments made by US Envoy Tom Barrack, referring to Lebanese journalists as “animalistic,” have ignited widespread anger and criticism across the Middle East. Barrack, who serves as ambassador to Turkey and special envoy for Syria and Lebanon, expressed regret for his choice of words but maintained that his intention was to call for […]