World Protests - Page 18

France arrests hundreds as 'Block Everything' protests erupt across country

September 10, 2025

France arrests hundreds as 'Block Everything' protests erupt across country

French police arrested at least 295 protesters during nationwide "Block Everything" demonstrations against President Macron's policies and budget cuts.

Violent Gen Z protests spiral with at least 19 killed in Nepal; video shows parliament building ablaze

September 9, 2025

Violent Gen Z protests spiral with at least 19 killed in Nepal; video shows parliament building ablaze

Generation Z protesters in Nepal torch parliament and clash with security forces after a social media ban, prompting military warnings of intervention.

Anti‑corruption protests hit European nation as calls for new elections grow

August 19, 2025

Anti‑corruption protests hit European nation as calls for new elections grow

Student-led anti-corruption protests in Belgrade demand fresh elections as violent clashes intensify between demonstrators and Serbian security forces.

Thousands storm Manhattan calling for 'global intifada,' a phrase with a pending violence designation

August 16, 2025

Thousands storm Manhattan calling for 'global intifada,' a phrase with a pending violence designation

Anti-Israel demonstrators flooded midtown Manhattan calling for a "global intifada" after bipartisan lawmakers introduced legislation condemning the phrase as inciting violence.

Business owner behind mysterious 'Remember Hiroshima' protest doll at Disneyland’s 'Small World' ride revealed

August 7, 2025

Business owner behind mysterious 'Remember Hiroshima' protest doll at Disneyland’s 'Small World' ride revealed

A mysterious protest doll with a 'Remember Hiroshima' sign appeared at Disneyland over the weekend, later revealed to be part of Ben Cohen's 'Up in Arms' campaign.

Dozens dead as violence erupts over government plans to eliminate fuel subsidies, army takes to streets

July 30, 2025

Dozens dead as violence erupts over government plans to eliminate fuel subsidies, army takes to streets

Angola's fuel subsidy cuts trigger deadly protests leaving 22 dead and over 1,200 arrested as the government seeks to reduce costly diesel subsidies.

Zelenskyy forced to rethink anti-corruption law after public backlash

July 23, 2025

Zelenskyy forced to rethink anti-corruption law after public backlash

Following public backlash, Zelenskyy announces bill ensuring independence of Ukraine's anti-corruption institutions while preventing Russian influence in law enforcement.

Security guard's 'swift move' stops determined anti-Israel agitator at Tour de France finish

July 18, 2025

Security guard's 'swift move' stops determined anti-Israel agitator at Tour de France finish

A protester opposing Israel's involvement in the Tour de France was intercepted by security after attempting to disrupt Stage 11 of the prestigious cycling race in Toulouse.

Officials at popular tourist spot cave to protesters who called out Americans

July 18, 2025

Officials at popular tourist spot cave to protesters who called out Americans

Mexico City officials announce plans to address gentrification after locals protest mass tourism, with demonstrators targeting American visitors amid a 70% increase in U.S. residents.

Americans targeted in Mexico City as locals protest against tourism and soaring rents

July 8, 2025

Americans targeted in Mexico City as locals protest against tourism and soaring rents

Anti-tourism protests erupted in Mexico City as locals face gentrification challenges similar to Barcelona and Venice demanding stricter housing laws and legislation to regulate tourism levels.