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Right-wing politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

India: How polarizing politics drives West Bengal violence DW 04/22/2025

Violence in West Bengal escalates over amendments affecting Muslim-owned properties, highlighting deep communal tensions.
Communal clashes were fueled by misinformation and political maneuvering amid a controversial amendment of Waqf laws.
#south-korea
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Impeached South Korean president released from prison ahead of insurrection trial

Yoon Suk Yeol was released from prison, sparking clashes in public sentiment regarding his impeachment and political accountability.
Miscellaneous
fromeuronews
4 months ago

South Korean police sent to raid president's office over martial law

President Yoon's attempt to impose martial law was swiftly overruled, igniting deeper political unrest and opposition leverage.
Investigation into Yoon's martial law declaration leads to multiple raids and detentions, showcasing South Korea's political turmoil.
Miscellaneous
fromCIO
4 months ago

South Korea's political unrest threatens the stability of global tech supply chains

South Korea's political instability raises concerns about its critical technology exports and global supply chains.
fromWashington Post
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

South Korean police launch huge predawn operation to detain impeached president

South Korean police attempted to arrest impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol amid protests and political turmoil.
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

South Korea's largest labor union launches an indefinite strike and calls for the president's resignation

South Korea's largest labor union has commenced an indefinite strike demanding the president's resignation following his martial law declaration.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Impeached South Korean president released from prison ahead of insurrection trial

Yoon Suk Yeol was released from prison, sparking clashes in public sentiment regarding his impeachment and political accountability.
Miscellaneous
fromeuronews
4 months ago

South Korean police sent to raid president's office over martial law

President Yoon's attempt to impose martial law was swiftly overruled, igniting deeper political unrest and opposition leverage.
Investigation into Yoon's martial law declaration leads to multiple raids and detentions, showcasing South Korea's political turmoil.
Miscellaneous
fromCIO
4 months ago

South Korea's political unrest threatens the stability of global tech supply chains

South Korea's political instability raises concerns about its critical technology exports and global supply chains.
fromWashington Post
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

South Korean police launch huge predawn operation to detain impeached president

South Korean police attempted to arrest impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol amid protests and political turmoil.
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

South Korea's largest labor union launches an indefinite strike and calls for the president's resignation

South Korea's largest labor union has commenced an indefinite strike demanding the president's resignation following his martial law declaration.
more#south-korea
#protests
Europe news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Protest Against Serbian Leader Draws 100,000 in Biggest Crowd Yet

Serbia's largest protest in decades drew over 100,000 people, showcasing significant public discontent against President Vucic's administration.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Why a Bangladesh mob burned down home of independence icon Mujibur Rahman

The political unrest in Bangladesh continues to intensify, with significant attacks on historical sites linked to former leaders amidst ongoing protests.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Protesters rally in Turkiye as Imamoglu jailed

The jailing of opposition leader Ekrem Imamoglu has ignited massive protests and unrest in Turkiye, met with a heavy police crackdown.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Europe politics

On this day of protest, Belgrade is a powder keg, but just as important is how the president reacts now and tomorrow | Brent Sadler

Growing frustration among citizens leads to anti-government protests in Serbia.
Government's extreme measures to suppress dissent spark significant backlash.
Students show determination to participate despite suppression efforts.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
Europe news

Turkey: Hundreds of thousands protest over Imamoglu arrest DW 03/29/2025

Protests in Istanbul against the jailing of opposition mayor Ekrem Imamoglu highlight significant political unrest in Turkey.
Europe news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Protest Against Serbian Leader Draws 100,000 in Biggest Crowd Yet

Serbia's largest protest in decades drew over 100,000 people, showcasing significant public discontent against President Vucic's administration.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Why a Bangladesh mob burned down home of independence icon Mujibur Rahman

The political unrest in Bangladesh continues to intensify, with significant attacks on historical sites linked to former leaders amidst ongoing protests.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Protesters rally in Turkiye as Imamoglu jailed

The jailing of opposition leader Ekrem Imamoglu has ignited massive protests and unrest in Turkiye, met with a heavy police crackdown.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Europe politics

On this day of protest, Belgrade is a powder keg, but just as important is how the president reacts now and tomorrow | Brent Sadler

Growing frustration among citizens leads to anti-government protests in Serbia.
Government's extreme measures to suppress dissent spark significant backlash.
Students show determination to participate despite suppression efforts.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
Europe news

Turkey: Hundreds of thousands protest over Imamoglu arrest DW 03/29/2025

Protests in Istanbul against the jailing of opposition mayor Ekrem Imamoglu highlight significant political unrest in Turkey.
more#protests
#elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Beyond the US election: Seven stories that shaped the Americas in 2024

The Americas faced significant turmoil in 2024 amid political unrest, climate crises, and violence, overshadowing the American presidential election's global implications.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Venezuela announces $100,000 reward for capture of opposition candidate

Venezuelan police are seeking Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia for claiming he won the July election against Maduro amidst political turmoil.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

At least 6,000 inmates escape Mozambique jail amid post-election riots

A massive jailbreak of over 6,000 inmates in Mozambique occurred amid violent protests following controversial election results.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Uncertainty ahead for Mozambique DW 01/14/2025

Mozambique faces unrest and political strife following disputed elections, with calls for protests from opposition leader Venancio Mondlane.
fromTruthout
1 month ago
US Elections

Mass Protests in Turkey After Trump Ally Erdogan Imprisons Political Rival

Erdoğan's political rival, Istanbul Mayor İmamoğlu, faces imprisonment on charges seen as politically motivated, prompting widespread protests in Turkey.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Is Cameroon ready for another Biya term? DW 01/16/2025

President Paul Biya is likely to run for an eighth term despite concerns over health and ability to lead.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Beyond the US election: Seven stories that shaped the Americas in 2024

The Americas faced significant turmoil in 2024 amid political unrest, climate crises, and violence, overshadowing the American presidential election's global implications.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Venezuela announces $100,000 reward for capture of opposition candidate

Venezuelan police are seeking Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia for claiming he won the July election against Maduro amidst political turmoil.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

At least 6,000 inmates escape Mozambique jail amid post-election riots

A massive jailbreak of over 6,000 inmates in Mozambique occurred amid violent protests following controversial election results.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Uncertainty ahead for Mozambique DW 01/14/2025

Mozambique faces unrest and political strife following disputed elections, with calls for protests from opposition leader Venancio Mondlane.
fromTruthout
1 month ago
US Elections

Mass Protests in Turkey After Trump Ally Erdogan Imprisons Political Rival

Erdoğan's political rival, Istanbul Mayor İmamoğlu, faces imprisonment on charges seen as politically motivated, prompting widespread protests in Turkey.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Is Cameroon ready for another Biya term? DW 01/16/2025

President Paul Biya is likely to run for an eighth term despite concerns over health and ability to lead.
more#elections
#trump-administration
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Federal staff shell-shocked' by upheaval from Trump's return to White House

Trump's return is inflicting severe retaliation against former officials and civil servants, shocking those within the federal bureaucracy.
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Today's Angry Democrats Are Not Tomorrow's Tea Party of the Left

Democratic grassroots anger towards leadership could signal a brewing revolt similar to the tea party movement.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Federal staff shell-shocked' by upheaval from Trump's return to White House

Trump's return is inflicting severe retaliation against former officials and civil servants, shocking those within the federal bureaucracy.
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Today's Angry Democrats Are Not Tomorrow's Tea Party of the Left

Democratic grassroots anger towards leadership could signal a brewing revolt similar to the tea party movement.
more#trump-administration
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Ethiopia: Escalation in Tigray threatens regional stability DW 03/18/2025

Ethiopia faces new tensions post-peace accord, as fears of renewed conflict grow among the populace.
#syria
SF politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Deadly Clashes Pose Test for Syria's New Leaders

The recent attack in Latakia Province highlights severe destabilization challenges in post-Assad Syria, with rising tensions threatening sectarian violence.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
France news

Syria deploys troops after reports of Alawite massacres DW 03/08/2025

Syrian security forces have been deployed to restore order in the Alawite region after recent violence against civilians.
SF politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Deadly Clashes Pose Test for Syria's New Leaders

The recent attack in Latakia Province highlights severe destabilization challenges in post-Assad Syria, with rising tensions threatening sectarian violence.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
France news

Syria deploys troops after reports of Alawite massacres DW 03/08/2025

Syrian security forces have been deployed to restore order in the Alawite region after recent violence against civilians.
more#syria
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

At least 22 people killed as gang violence erupts in Ecuador

Rival gangs in Guayaquil have engaged in deadly violence, resulting in 22 deaths, highlighting severe law and order issues in Ecuador.
Miscellaneous
fromeuronews
3 months ago

Philippines vice president impeached amid growing political feud

Duterte's impeachment symbolizes rising tensions between powerful political families in the Philippines.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
France news

Algeria blasts European Parliament for condemning a French-Algerian author's arrest

Algerian lawmakers criticized the European Parliament's resolution regarding Boualem Sansal's arrest, viewing it as politically motivated.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

After the bloodshed: Can Bangladesh's Awami League resurrect itself?

After Sheikh Hasina's removal, the Awami League faces divisions, with grassroots activists demanding accountability amid ongoing unrest in Bangladesh.
#venezuela
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado arrested at march against Maduro regime

Maria Corina Machado's arrest underscores the escalating tensions in Venezuela amid opposition protests against Maduro's regime.
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Chavismo on high alert to protect Nicolas Maduro's inauguration

Maduro's government remains vigilant and prepared for potential disruptions ahead of his inauguration amid accusations of electoral fraud.
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado arrested at march against Maduro regime

Maria Corina Machado's arrest underscores the escalating tensions in Venezuela amid opposition protests against Maduro's regime.
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Chavismo on high alert to protect Nicolas Maduro's inauguration

Maduro's government remains vigilant and prepared for potential disruptions ahead of his inauguration amid accusations of electoral fraud.
more#venezuela
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Kenya rights body alarmed by abductions of Ruto critics DW 12/27/2024

The abduction of government critics in Kenya is rising alarmingly, with calls for urgent action amid ongoing investigations.
#mozambique
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

London-listed miner pauses Mozambique operation amid political unrest

Gemfields suspended mining in Mozambique due to violent unrest and attacks on its facilities, prioritizing employee safety amidst the chaos.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Why have protests continued for weeks in Mozambique?

The unrest in Mozambique stems from allegations of a rigged presidential election, resulting in violence and demands for dialogue.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Mozambique: Over 1,500 inmates escape Maputo jail after riot DW 12/25/2024

Mozambique is experiencing violent protests and civil unrest following disputed election results, leading to a deadly prison riot and mass inmate escape.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

London-listed miner pauses Mozambique operation amid political unrest

Gemfields suspended mining in Mozambique due to violent unrest and attacks on its facilities, prioritizing employee safety amidst the chaos.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Why have protests continued for weeks in Mozambique?

The unrest in Mozambique stems from allegations of a rigged presidential election, resulting in violence and demands for dialogue.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Mozambique: Over 1,500 inmates escape Maputo jail after riot DW 12/25/2024

Mozambique is experiencing violent protests and civil unrest following disputed election results, leading to a deadly prison riot and mass inmate escape.
more#mozambique
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

US bans visas for Georgians accused of undermining democracy DW 12/13/2024

The US is imposing visa bans on individuals undermining democracy in Georgia, signaling a strong stance against political oppression.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Pakistan's military charges former spy chief over political activities'

Lieutenant-General Faiz Hamid is the first ex-spy chief arrested for political activity, accused of colluding with Imran Khan to destabilize Pakistan.
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