Clashes and riots

Georgia

Zelenskyy sanctions Georgian government's pro-Russian elements

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused the ruling Georgian Dream party of pushing the country towards dependence on Russia.

05/12/2024

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Protests over halted EU progress grow despite police crackdown

Demonstrations on the streets of Tbilisi intensified through the night into early Monday, 2 December.

02/12/2024

World News

Protests erupt in Abkhazia over pro-Moscow property measure

Demonstrators in Abkhazia stormed government buildings to oppose a proposal allowing Russians to buy property, fearing it would inflate prices and increase Moscow’s influence.

15/11/2024

World News

Italy: Clashes on 'No Meloni Day' leave 15 officers injured

At least 15 police officers were injured on Friday during violent clashes in Turin with students protesting against Italy's far-right government led by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

15/11/2024

Europe News

New riots break out in Amsterdam as tensions remain high

Police said the fire was quickly extinguished, and riot officers cleared the square, though it was not clear who started the unrest or whether it was related to last week's violence.

11/11/2024

Bangladesh

Muhammad Yunus becomes interim leader in Bangladesh

Bangladesh's former prime minister Sheikh Hasina fled the country following weeks of violent, student-led protests.

08/08/2024

United Kingdom

Petrol bombs thrown at police in second night of rioting in Belfast

Northern Ireland police warned people to stay away from certain parts of the city as they attempted to restore order.

06/08/2024

Travel News

Tourists warned of dangers of UK travel amidst rioting and violence

The unrest has hit tourist destinations like Manchester and Liverpool but London is so far unaffected.

06/08/2024

Europe News

PM Starmer: 'Standing army' to battle far-right unrest gripping UK

UK prime minister made the announcement on Monday after he convened officials for an urgent meeting aimed at tackling growing far-right violence enshrouding the nation.

05/08/2024

United Kingdom

London police boss rips microphone off reporter

The incident happened as Mark Rowley left an emergency COBRA meeting at Whitehall.

05/08/2024

Culture news

Musicians react to far-right riots in the UK: ‘It is violent racism’

In the wake of the fatal stabbing of three children at a Taylor Swift-themed event in Southport, near Liverpool, anti-immigration protests have erupted all over the UK. Several artists like Massive Attack, Kneecap, Nova Twins and Nadine Shah have reacted to the violence and anti-Muslim hate speech.

05/08/2024

United Kingdom

UK: Police clash with violent crowd after attack that killed 3 girls

Far-right protesters threw bricks at police officers, set vehicles on fire and attacked a mosque in the northwestern town of Southport after the attack which took place following a Taylor Swift-themed event.

31/07/2024

Bangladesh

Bangladesh's government extends nationwide curfew and internet ban

An internet blackout will remain in force and the nationwide curfew has been extended, meaning people will only be allowed out between 3pm and 5pm.

21/07/2024

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Protesters clash with police in Nairobi

Police opened fire on the crowds and used teargas to disperse people. Multiple deaths have been reported.

26/06/2024

Tech News

France's move to block TikTok in New Caledonia sparks backlash

Access to the social media platform in the French territory was blocked following the violent clashes this week that led to the death of five people.

17/05/2024

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WATCH: Protests around the world on May Day

Workers and activists from Argentina to Australia marked 1 May with protests on issues ranging from rising prices to the War in Gaza.

02/05/2024

Georgia

Georgian police use tear gas at protest over so-called 'Russian law'

The demonstrations in Georgia's capital, Tbilisi, resulted in clashes that led to injuries among protesters and a police officer.

17/04/2024

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Heavy gunfire near Haiti’s presidential palace alarms residents

Haitians looking to buy supplies in what used to be a busy market in Port-au-Prince fled in fear on Thursday as gangs clashed with police in front of the presidential palace.

05/04/2024

World News

Russian police arrest over 100 Navalny mourners nationwide

Floral tributes to Alexei Navalny, President Vladimir Putin's fiercest foe who died Friday in a Russian penal colony, were removed overnight by groups of unidentified people while police watched.

17/02/2024

Guatemala

Guatemala's president finally sworn in, despite legal chaos

The son of a Guatemalan president credited with implementing key social reforms in the mid-20th century, Arévalo takes office with the expectation of tackling Guatemala's entrenched corruption. But it will not be easy.

15/01/2024