World Protests - Page 43

July 2, 2023

Enough! French police unions condemn 'savage hordes,' forcing Macron into action

Defying all odds against overwhelming numbers of rioters, French police officers are curtailing the violence and have compelled the French political establishment to stand behind them.

July 2, 2023

France protests show first signs of subsiding after tens of thousands of police confront 5th night of violence

Violent protests continued in France, as thousands of police officials worked to contain demonstrations that finally began to subside after nearly a week.

July 1, 2023

French riots: What to know as hundreds of police hurt, thousands of protesters arrested after deadly shooting

President Macron has blamed social media among other things for stoking the violence that has spread across France for four days after the shooting death of a teenager.

July 1, 2023

Over 1,300 arrested across France during fourth night of riots sparked by police killing of teen

Over 1,300 people were arrested across France Friday night and into Saturday morning following chaotic riots in response to the police killing of 17-year-old Nahel M.

June 30, 2023

Thousands of protesters rally across Iraq for a 2nd day to condemn the burning of a Quran in Sweden

Protests continued for a second day in Iraq over the burning of a Quran in Sweden. Some called on Iraqi authorities to expel the Swedish ambassador.

June 30, 2023

France riots: What vacationers need to know as violent protests continue

France has seen a series of massive protests this year over issues ranging from pension disputes, climate change, police brutality and working conditions, affecting travel safety and efficiency.

June 30, 2023

At least 200 French officers injured, 600 arrested in third night of riots since deadly police shooting

Nearly 40,000 police officers were deployed across France on Thursday as the country experienced its third day of riots since a police officer used deadly force on a teenager.

June 29, 2023

France will deploy 40,000 officers to crack down on riots after deadly police shooting

France will deploy 40,000 police officers to crack down on anti-cop riots in Paris and surrounding areas after a 17-year-old delivery driver was killed in a police-involved shooting.

June 29, 2023

Event coordinators increase Wimbledon security plan in effort to combat climate activists

Event coordinators for Wimbledon, the third Grand Slam tournament this year, are planning on increasing security in an attempt to combat environmental protestors.

June 28, 2023

French officer kills 17-year-old delivery driver near Paris, violent protests erupt among angry residents

An officer opened fire after a truck drove away during a traffic check near Paris, France. The death of the 17-year-old delivery driver prompted protests to erupt among angry residents.