World Protests - Page 24

King Charles lauds ‘resilience’ over ‘aggression’ in riots after criticism he didn't condemn UK unrest sooner

August 10, 2024

King Charles lauds ‘resilience’ over ‘aggression’ in riots after criticism he didn't condemn UK unrest sooner

King Charles III spoke out against rioting that enveloped the nation for more than a week on Saturday after he faced criticism for not condemning the violence sooner.

Putin under pressure as Ukraine incursion continues, may give Kyiv bargaining chips in peace talks: experts

August 10, 2024

Putin under pressure as Ukraine incursion continues, may give Kyiv bargaining chips in peace talks: experts

The incursions into Russian territory might allow Ukraine to retake some territory as Moscow shifts its forces, but one expert argued the attack could strengthen Putin, too.

UK government warns 'think before you post' amid threats to arrest citizens for offensive rhetoric on socials

August 9, 2024

UK government warns 'think before you post' amid threats to arrest citizens for offensive rhetoric on socials

The United Kingdom government warned citizens to "think before your post," threatening jail time for individuals posting offensive messages amid anti-immigration riots across the nation.

Britain remains on alert for further unrest, even after anti-racism campaigners face down far right

August 8, 2024

Britain remains on alert for further unrest, even after anti-racism campaigners face down far right

After a week of anti-immigrant violence across the U.K., British authorities said they are preparing for possible further unrest and applauded the efforts of police and anti-racism campaigners.

Bangladesh protests threaten safety of religious minorities as temples burned, homes ransacked

August 7, 2024

Bangladesh protests threaten safety of religious minorities as temples burned, homes ransacked

Student protests against economic turmoil in Bangladesh led to the resignation of the prime minister, who then fled to India for safety as riots spread throughout the country.

Nobel laureate tapped to lead Bangladesh after embattled prime minister's ouster

August 6, 2024

Nobel laureate tapped to lead Bangladesh after embattled prime minister's ouster

Grameen Bank founder and Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus has been selected to serve as the caretaker prime minister of Bangladesh following Sheikh Hasina's resignation.

State Department warns Americans to avoid travel to Bangladesh amid violent unrest

August 6, 2024

State Department warns Americans to avoid travel to Bangladesh amid violent unrest

The U.S. State Department on Monday ordered Americans to leave Bangladesh following Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation, which was prompted by violent protests.

Bangladesh student protesters to meet with military chief after ousting country's PM

August 6, 2024

Bangladesh student protesters to meet with military chief after ousting country's PM

Nahid Islam, a 26-year-old sociology student, led a movement against job quotas that grew into a campaign to remove Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina after 15 years in power.

Top Venezuelan prosecutor launches criminal investigation into Maduro opposition

August 5, 2024

Top Venezuelan prosecutor launches criminal investigation into Maduro opposition

Venezuelan presidential candidate Edmundo González and opposition leader Maria Corina Machado are being investigated on criminal charges by the country's top prosecutor.

UK news outlet cuts live feed after reporter is surrounded by masked men shouting 'Free Palestine'

August 5, 2024

UK news outlet cuts live feed after reporter is surrounded by masked men shouting 'Free Palestine'

UK-based Sky News cut away from its live report after masked migrants surrounded its reporter to shout "Free Palestine" and obscenities at the camera.