Keywords: Political Unrest


France: Emmanuel Macron condemns violence aimed at 'toppling the Republic'

Following the violence and looting that occurred during the protests against the high cost of living, Emmanuel Macron accuses organized far-left groups of seeking to destabilize French institutions. The president also convened intelligence services, which have been criticized for their anticipation of......

Pakistan Protests: More Than 10 Injured in Clashes Between Police and Imran Khan Supporters

More than 10 people were injured during clashes between police and supporters of imprisoned former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan in the northwestern city of Bara, as demonstrations demanding his release continue to put pressure on authorities in the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The confrontation......

Two Russian nationals sentenced in Angola over espionage and terrorism convictions

An Angolan court has sentenced two Russian citizens to lengthy prison terms after finding them guilty of espionage, terrorism and activities deemed a threat to the country's national security, concluding a high-profile case rooted in the deadly unrest that shook Angola in 2025. The verdict, delivered......

Albanian police use tear gas as anti-corruption protests intensify in Tirana

Police in Albania used tear gas and water cannons to disperse demonstrators gathered outside parliament in Tirana on Thursday, as weeks of anti-government protests over alleged corruption escalated into confrontations with security forces. The clashes occurred after protesters threw eggs and flour at......

Deadly protests bring Pakistan-administered Kashmir to a Standstill

The Pakistan-administered region of Kashmir has been brought to a near standstill following a wave of violent protests that have resulted in more than 20 deaths, marking one of the most serious episodes of unrest in the territory in recent years. Businesses, schools, and public services have been disrupted......

Bangladesh: Hasina sentenced to death over 2024 protest crackdown

Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was sentenced to death on Monday after a special tribunal found her guilty of crimes against humanity linked to the violent suppression of anti-government demonstrations in 2024. According to court officials, the verdict follows months of hearings in which......

France erupts as 'Block Everything' protests challenge new prime minister

Protesters across France clashed with police and blocked highways on Wednesday as the “Block Everything” movement staged widespread demonstrations against President Emmanuel Macron’s policies. The protests coincided with the first day in office for the country’s new prime minister,......

Indonesia protests leave 20 missing amid clashes and government crackdown

At least 20 people remain missing following a week of violent protests across Indonesian cities, according to the Commission for the Disappeared and Victims of Violence (KontraS). The unrest, which began on 25 August, erupted over public anger at lawmakers’ generous perks, including a controversial......

Woman indicted in Israel for alleged plot to assassinate Prime Minister Netanyahu

The Israeli prosecution announced on Thursday the indictment of a woman accused of plotting a terrorist act with the intent to assassinate Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. According to the Ministry of Justice, the woman, a resident of Tel Aviv, is charged with "attempted conspiracy to commit an......