Keywords: Protests


Thousands rally in Erfurt as Germany’s AfD opens annual conference

Thousands of demonstrators gathered in the German city of Erfurt on Saturday to protest against the far-right political party Alternative for Germany (AfD) as it launched its annual two-day conference amid growing political momentum ahead of crucial regional elections. The demonstrations brought together......

South Africa deploys 3,000 troops as weekly anti-migrant protests escalate

South Africa has deployed more than 3,000 soldiers across the country to reinforce security and assist police as authorities prepare for a series of planned anti-migrant protests expected to continue throughout July. The deployment follows demonstrations held earlier this week, some of which turned......

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......

Moroccan Lawyers warn of “Unprecedented Escalation” over draft law reforming legal profession

The Association of Moroccan Bar Associations has intensified its opposition to a draft law governing the legal profession, warning of “unprecedented escalation measures” if the legislation continues on its current path through Parliament. The warning comes ahead of a key second-reading review......

Thousands of Kurds rally in Turkey calling for Abdullah Öcalan’s release

Thousands of people gathered in southeastern Turkey on Sunday to call for the release of Abdullah Öcalan, the imprisoned founder of the Kurdistan Workers' Party, as supporters argued that his freedom is essential to achieving a lasting peace between the Turkish state and the Kurdish movement. The......

Serbia’s political crisis deepens as protests continue after president Vucic’s resignation announcement

Mass protests are continuing across Serbia following President Aleksandar Vucic’s announcement that he intends to step down, a move that could trigger early presidential and parliamentary elections and reshape the country’s political landscape. Large crowds were expected to gather on Sunday......

Protests erupt in Peru amid fears of a return to Fujimorismo

Hundreds of supporters of left-wing presidential candidate Roberto Sanchez took to the streets of Lima on Saturday to protest what they describe as the possible return of “Fujimorismo,” as Peru remains locked in a closely contested presidential election. More than a week after the runoff......

Albania suspends Kushner resort after EU environmental warning

The European Union has warned Albania that a luxury resort project linked to Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump could violate EU environmental law and jeopardize the country’s accession process. In response, Brussels urged Albanian authorities to ensure full compliance with environmental standards......

Clashes erupt in Bolivia as protests over economic crisis continue

Tensions escalated in Bolivia as clashes broke out between protesters and security forces during an operation aimed at reopening a major roadway in the eastern part of the country. The confrontation reflects the growing social unrest that has affected several regions amid an ongoing economic crisis. For......