Trump Threats and Mexico's Crackdown Hit Mexican CartelIntensified government crackdowns are forcing Sinaloa Cartel leaders to reduce fentanyl production as they fear for their safety against potential military actions.
Hundreds of books seized from stores in Kashmir as Indian police crack down on dissentPolice in Kashmir seized over 650 books linked to a banned Islamic organization during raids targeting dissent.
Somewhere between Orwell and Kafka': Hungary closes in on its mediaOrban intensifies clampdown on independent voices in Hungary amidst contentious foreign policy actions.
Hundreds of books seized from stores in Kashmir as Indian police crack down on dissentPolice in Kashmir seized over 650 books linked to a banned Islamic organization during raids targeting dissent.
Somewhere between Orwell and Kafka': Hungary closes in on its mediaOrban intensifies clampdown on independent voices in Hungary amidst contentious foreign policy actions.
Georgian anti-government protests enter twelfth nightProtests in Tbilisi are driven by the suspension of EU accession talks, reflecting public demand for democracy and alignment with Western Europe.
Police raid Georgia opposition parties' offices as protests continueThe opposition party in Georgia is facing repression, including the detention of its leader and police raids in response to ongoing protests.
Georgian anti-government protests enter twelfth nightProtests in Tbilisi are driven by the suspension of EU accession talks, reflecting public demand for democracy and alignment with Western Europe.
Police raid Georgia opposition parties' offices as protests continueThe opposition party in Georgia is facing repression, including the detention of its leader and police raids in response to ongoing protests.
Pakistan: Thousands defy lockdown to demand Khan's release DW 11/25/2024Protests in Islamabad demand the release of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan amid widespread arrests and government crackdowns.
Pakistan's Imran Khan warns of civil disobedience amid legal woes, protestsImran Khan threatens a nationwide civil disobedience movement if his demands are unmet by December 14, following a crackdown on protests.
Pakistan: Islamabad on lockdown as Khan supporters rally DW 11/24/2024Supporters of Imran Khan are protesting in Islamabad for his release and against the current government amid tight security and internet restrictions.
Pakistan police crackdown clears Imran Khan protesters from IslamabadPakistan's authorities faced backlash after security forces cracked down on protests demanding the release of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan.
Pakistan: Thousands defy lockdown to demand Khan's release DW 11/25/2024Protests in Islamabad demand the release of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan amid widespread arrests and government crackdowns.
Pakistan's Imran Khan warns of civil disobedience amid legal woes, protestsImran Khan threatens a nationwide civil disobedience movement if his demands are unmet by December 14, following a crackdown on protests.
Pakistan: Islamabad on lockdown as Khan supporters rally DW 11/24/2024Supporters of Imran Khan are protesting in Islamabad for his release and against the current government amid tight security and internet restrictions.
Pakistan police crackdown clears Imran Khan protesters from IslamabadPakistan's authorities faced backlash after security forces cracked down on protests demanding the release of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan.
Opinion | Europe's Crackdown on Environmental Dissent Is Silencing Voices the World Needs to HearThe UK is imposing harsh sentences on climate activists, impacting freedom of speech and assembly.Government crackdowns on protests are rising in response to disruptive climate activism.Public sentiment appears to support strict penalties for climate protest actions.
Behind Bangladesh Protests, Rage Over InequalityThe video symbolizes student protesters' helplessness and defiance in demanding reform, amidst violence and government crackdown in Bangladesh.
Pakistan bans prominent Pashtun rights group citing security concernsPakistan has banned the Pashtun Tahaffuz Movement, stating its activities threaten national peace and security.
Opinion | Europe's Crackdown on Environmental Dissent Is Silencing Voices the World Needs to HearThe UK is imposing harsh sentences on climate activists, impacting freedom of speech and assembly.Government crackdowns on protests are rising in response to disruptive climate activism.Public sentiment appears to support strict penalties for climate protest actions.
Behind Bangladesh Protests, Rage Over InequalityThe video symbolizes student protesters' helplessness and defiance in demanding reform, amidst violence and government crackdown in Bangladesh.
Pakistan bans prominent Pashtun rights group citing security concernsPakistan has banned the Pashtun Tahaffuz Movement, stating its activities threaten national peace and security.
Struggling to Stem Extremism, Tajikistan Hunts Beards and Head ScarvesTajikistan is witnessing extreme government measures against religious expressions, exacerbating existing grievances among its predominantly Muslim population.
Protests Again Rock Bangladesh, Weeks After a Deadly CrackdownProtests reignited in Bangladesh after a deadly crackdown, demanding accountability for over 200 deaths and challenging Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's leadership.
Renewed anti-government protests have left nearly 100 dead in BangladeshRenewed anti-government protests in Bangladesh led to at least 95 deaths, with demands for the Prime Minister's resignation and accusations of sabotage and crackdown.
SADC should speak out': Zimbabwe activists face crackdown ahead of summitThe Zimbabwean government has intensified its crackdown on dissent ahead of the SADC summit, creating a climate of fear among activists.
Kenya: Police reportedly fire live rounds amid tax protests DW 06/25/2024Kenyan police fired live rounds on protesters demonstrating against proposed tax hikes, leading to confrontations and the parliament building being set ablaze.
Scores arrested in Uganda at banned rally inspired by Kenya protestsDemonstrators in Uganda arrested for banned rally inspired by Kenya's protests against corruption and government.Police detained protesters in Kampala shouting anti-corruption slogans, cracking down on calls for demonstration risking peace and security.
Bangladesh: Can student uprising bring new, young leaders? DW 07/29/2024Bangladesh faces unrest over job quotas, resulting in casualties and government crackdown.Protests reflect discontent with ruling party's policies and actions.Opposition party notes public distrust towards the government.
Protests Again Rock Bangladesh, Weeks After a Deadly CrackdownProtests reignited in Bangladesh after a deadly crackdown, demanding accountability for over 200 deaths and challenging Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's leadership.
Renewed anti-government protests have left nearly 100 dead in BangladeshRenewed anti-government protests in Bangladesh led to at least 95 deaths, with demands for the Prime Minister's resignation and accusations of sabotage and crackdown.
SADC should speak out': Zimbabwe activists face crackdown ahead of summitThe Zimbabwean government has intensified its crackdown on dissent ahead of the SADC summit, creating a climate of fear among activists.
Kenya: Police reportedly fire live rounds amid tax protests DW 06/25/2024Kenyan police fired live rounds on protesters demonstrating against proposed tax hikes, leading to confrontations and the parliament building being set ablaze.
Scores arrested in Uganda at banned rally inspired by Kenya protestsDemonstrators in Uganda arrested for banned rally inspired by Kenya's protests against corruption and government.Police detained protesters in Kampala shouting anti-corruption slogans, cracking down on calls for demonstration risking peace and security.
Bangladesh: Can student uprising bring new, young leaders? DW 07/29/2024Bangladesh faces unrest over job quotas, resulting in casualties and government crackdown.Protests reflect discontent with ruling party's policies and actions.Opposition party notes public distrust towards the government.
Operation Knock-Knock': Venezuela Sweeps Up Dissenters After Disputed VoteThe Venezuelan government is repressing dissent following the disputed presidential election.
Samourai Wallet Co-Founder Keonne Rodriguez Pleads Not Guilty, Released on $1M BondThe co-founder of Samourai Wallet pleaded not guilty to charges related to the privacy-focused Bitcoin app and services, facing up to 20 years in prison.
Two Russian journalists arrested over alleged work for Alexei Navalny foundationRussian journalists arrested on extremism charges for allegedly working with Navalny's group amid government crackdown.
This is why NY's storefronts won't stop going to potProliferation of unlicensed pot shops despite government crackdownPandemic-induced economic trends and licensing hurdles enabled the rise of illegal marijuana dealers.
It's war now': As Bangladesh quota protests escalate, what's next?The websites for PM Hasina's office and Bangladesh's central bank were hacked during a telecommunications blackout amid violent clashes over the job quota system.