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Violent Protests in Pakistan-occupied Jammu Kashmir Leave Four Dead and Dozens Injured

Muzaffarabad, Pakistan-occupied Jammu Kashmir (PoJK) recently experienced violent clashes that resulted in the tragic deaths of four individuals and left over 100 others injured. The unrest stemmed from widespread dissatisfaction over soaring prices, prompting the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) to mobilize protests seeking government intervention in addressing economic grievances. Among the demands made by protesters were calls for subsidised flour and electricity, with particular emphasis placed on the need for affordable electricity …

Protests Erupt at UCLA as Police Arrest Dozens in Campus Parking Garage Dispute

Los Angeles, California – Tension at the University of California, Los Angeles, escalated over the weekend and into Monday as protests continued following the arrest of multiple people who gathered at a campus parking garage. The unrest stemmed from a previous attack on a pro-Palestine encampment on campus, leading to ongoing investigations. Despite the arrests and dismantling of the encampment by police in riot gear on Thursday, pro-Palestine protests persisted on Monday at UCLA. Local …

Student Protests Turn Violent as Pro-Palestinian Demonstrators Face Attacks and Arrests on Campus

Los Angeles, California – The recent clashes between pro-Palestinian student protesters and counterprotesters on college campuses have sparked debate and criticism from various individuals and groups. Bill Maher, on his HBO talk show, described the protests as a merging of activism and narcissism, while columnist David Frum referred to protesters as “banana-allergy revolutionaries.” The protests erupted in response to Israel’s ongoing military actions in Gaza following an attack by Hamas. Critics have labeled the student …

Protests Escalate at UCLA Over Gaza Conflict: Police Response Questioned

Los Angeles, California – A pro-Palestine encampment at the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) faced a violent attack by pro-Israel counter-protesters, resulting in injuries and escalating tensions on campus. The encampment, erected to protest Israel’s war in Gaza, saw clashes during the night with metal pipes, mace, pepper spray, and fireworks used by the attackers. Despite the violence, the encampment maintained its peaceful and organized demeanor, as attendees were instructed not to engage …

White House Speaks Out Against Student Protests, Accusing Them of Fueling Anti-Semitism

Washington, DC – The White House has voiced strong condemnation against student-led demonstrations targeting Israel, denouncing such actions as anti-Semitic and dangerous on multiple occasions. White House spokesperson Andrew Bates emphasized that while peaceful protests are a right held by every American, calls for violence and intimidation against Jewish students and communities cross a line. Bates made these remarks in response to the protests at Columbia University on April 21st, where tensions ran high. President …

Australians Demand End to Violence Against Women in Nationwide Protests

Sydney, Australia – Australians took to the streets of major cities like Sydney and Adelaide to demand an end to violence against women. This comes after a recent tragic stabbing attack at Bondi Junction mall in Sydney left six people dead, including five women. Additionally, Australian actor Orpheus Pledger was arrested after evading authorities for three days on charges of assaulting a woman. Protesters in various Australian cities displayed signs with messages like “Respect” and …

Protests Erupt in Italy Over US-Backed Israeli Violence: Police Brutality Sparks Outrage and Demands for Accountability

Pisa, Italy – Students in Pisa, Italy found themselves at the receiving end of violent police repression last Friday as they protested against the US-backed Israeli actions in Gaza. The demonstration, which called for a ceasefire in Palestine, quickly turned into chaos as riot police aggressively attacked the young protestors with truncheons, leading to widespread public condemnation of the authorities’ actions. Among the students targeted by the police were many from Russoli high school, located …

Congress Leader Rahul Gandhi Heads to Wayanad After Violent Protests Over Man-Animal Conflicts

Wayanad, Kerala – Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has departed for his constituency in Wayanad, Kerala, following a violent district-wide strike called by opposition parties regarding the ongoing man-animal conflicts in the region. The strike turned violent over the weekend, prompting Gandhi to return to his Lok Sabha constituency to address the urgent situation. Gandhi’s visit comes in the wake of yet another tragic death caused by an encounter with a wild elephant near Kuruva island …

25th Anniversary of Amadou Diallo Killing by NYPD Sparks Outrage and Protests

NEW YORK – It has been 25 years since the killing of Amadou Diallo, an unarmed Black man, by the New York Police Department sparked public outrage and protests in the city. The tragic incident took place in the Bronx, and the memory of Diallo’s death still resonates as activists continue to call for police reform and accountability. The killing of Amadou Diallo was a pivotal moment in the fight against police brutality and systemic …

Iran Executes Man Amid Controversy Over Fair Trial Amid Nationwide Protests

TEHRAN, Iran – Iran has garnered criticism for executing Mohammad Ghobadlou, who was convicted for running over and killing a policeman and injuring five others during mass protests in 2022. The judiciary’s Mizan news agency reported that Ghobadlou was found guilty of the killing and was executed on Tuesday, despite human rights advocates arguing that he did not receive a fair trial. The protests erupted following the death of Mahsa Amini, a Kurdish-Iranian woman who …