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New York PostThree Protesters Detained Outside Newark Immigration Facility
At least three demonstrators were taken into custody during clashes with federal agents at Delaney Hall on May 28. Video captured some protesters using a megaphone to direct profanity at officers while others attempted to block vehicles.
Fox NewsProtesters block entrance to Newark immigrant detention center as ICE uses pepper spray
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered outside Delaney Hall on May 27, 2026, directing traffic and placing obstacles in the roadway. ICE agents deployed pepper spray after a federal vehicle attempted to enter the facility.
jpost.comUK Report Details Legal Changes Affecting Climate and Pro-Palestine Protesters
A report released Tuesday examines new laws and court practices applied to protest-related cases in Britain since 2019. Researchers documented longer sentences, pretrial detention, and limits on what defendants may say in court.
america.cgtn.comProtests Continue at Newark ICE Facility After Governor Denied Entry
Demonstrations outside Delaney Hall detention center in Newark, New Jersey, grew Monday after state officials were refused access. Federal agents in riot gear later cleared pathways and used pepper spray while protesters blocked vehicles.
Al JazeeraICE Agents Use Pepper Spray on Protesters at New Jersey Detention Center
Dozens of ICE agents clashed with demonstrators outside Delaney Hall in Newark on Monday. The confrontation occurred during the fourth day of a detainee hunger strike and involved attempts to block a transfer.
The GuardianICE Moves Detainee from Newark Center During Protest
U.S. immigration agents moved Martin Alonso Soto Hernandez from Delaney Hall to another facility after demonstrators blocked vehicles. Officials and protesters gave conflicting accounts of force used during the confrontation.
foxnews.comNew Jersey Governor Requests Access to ICE Detention Center During Hunger Strike
The governor requested access to the Delaney Hall facility after protesters alleged poor conditions. Officials said detainees receive meals, medical care, and other services.
France 24Tens of Thousands Protest in Belgrade, Clashes Erupt After Rally
Tens of thousands gathered in central Belgrade on Saturday for an anti-government rally led by university students. After the main demonstration ended peacefully, groups of young protesters clashed with riot police, throwing objects and prompting police to use pepper spray.
france24.comProtesters clash with police after Belgrade anti-government rally
Tens of thousands gathered in central Belgrade on Saturday for a rally opposing President Aleksandar Vucic. After the main event ended, groups of young demonstrators clashed with riot police.
France 24Protesters Rally Outside U.S. Embassy in Havana After Raul Castro Indictment
Thousands of demonstrators gathered in front of the U.S. embassy in Havana on Friday. The rally expressed support for former Cuban president Raul Castro following his indictment in the United States.
order-order.comSpeech to Supporters in New York Disrupted by Protesters
A speech to supporters in Rockland County, New York, was interrupted twice by protesters. Police removed individuals who displayed signs and shouted during the event.
The IndependentProtesters Urge UK Government to Regulate Tech Firms Instead of Banning Social Media for Under-16s
Demonstrators gathered outside government offices and Meta headquarters on Friday to oppose a proposed social media ban for people under 16. The group called for a four per cent tax on tech company revenue to fund mental health services and community platforms.
calgaryherald.comProtesters Rally Outside U.S. Embassy in Havana After Castro Indictment
Thousands of demonstrators gathered outside the U.S. embassy in Havana on Friday. The rally expressed support for former Cuban president Raul Castro following his indictment in the United States.
news.sky.comVenezuelan Protesters Clash with Police at Rally for Political Prisoners
Protesters in Venezuela clashed with police during a rally for political prisoners. The demonstration followed the death of Carmen Navas, mother of a political prisoner, ten days after she learned her son had died in custody.
ecns.cnKenya Deploys Security Forces After Protests Disrupt Transport in Nairobi Area
Security teams were sent to sections of Thika Road and Kiambu County on Monday following reports of vandalism and road blockades during a nationwide public service vehicle strike. The action came after protesters lit tires and damaged vehicles along the Thika Superhighway corrido…
france24.comNairobi Fuel Protest Leads to Vehicle Burning and Highway Clashes
Protesters and police clashed on Thika Road Monday morning after a nationwide transport strike began over recent fuel price increases. A private vehicle was set on fire and others were damaged during the unrest.
vanguardngr.comProtesters Block Kano-Katsina Highway After Bandit Attacks in Border Communities
Demonstrators blocked the Kano-Katsina highway and burned a local government office in Gwarzo after repeated bandit raids. One person was reportedly killed during a security response. Police said they are working with community leaders to restore order.
nbcnews.comProtesters Demonstrate Outside New York City Synagogue for Second Time in Six Days
Demonstrators gathered outside a Brooklyn synagogue on Monday to protest an Israeli real estate expo. The event marks the second such demonstration in six days at the same location.
Al JazeeraPro-Palestine Protest Held at Oldest Colonial Building in Cape Town
Protesters gathered at South Africa's oldest remaining colonial building in Cape Town to mark the Nakba and express solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza. The demonstration took place on May 17, 2026.
Al JazeeraGerman Police Use Force at Berlin Rally Marking Nakba Anniversary
German police assaulted demonstrators during a Nakba anniversary rally in Berlin on 15 May 2026. Video footage shows officers hitting and pepper-spraying protesters as thousands gathered to mark the 78th anniversary of the Palestinian Nakba.
EuronewsFootball Match Dispute in Tarhunah Leads to Clashes, Injuries and Security Deployment
Violence erupted in Tarhunah following a title play-off match between Al-Ittihad SCSC and Asswehly SC, spreading to Tripoli where a government building was set on fire. The 444th Combat Brigade said one of its members was killed by gunfire and confirmed firing live rounds at prot…
Al JazeeraExplosions Heard During Antigovernment Protest by Mining Groups in Bolivia
Demonstrators led by mining groups and rural unions clashed with police in La Paz on May 14 as small explosions occurred amid the protest. The action follows weeks of road blockades over Bolivia's economic crisis. Officials met with some protesters but rejected calls for the pres…
winnipegfreepress.comProtesters Set Fire to Asylum Center in Netherlands Town
Protesters in the Netherlands set fire to an asylum center in Loosdrecht on May 14, 2026, as anti-asylum demonstrations continued across the country. Police arrested several people on suspicion of arson and disorder after the group threw torches and fireworks at the building. The…
thecanary.coUK Judge Sentences Four Palestine Action Protesters as Terrorists After Jury Conviction
A UK judge sentenced four Palestine Action protesters as terrorists following their jury conviction for criminal damage. The group Defend Our Juries condemned the ruling as the first of its kind in British history. The case has drawn attention to the application of terrorism sent…
realitytea.comTrump Administration Adjusts Immigration Enforcement Tactics in Minnesota Following January Shootings
A reported rift has emerged between President Donald Trump and Stephen Miller, his deputy chief of staff and architect of hard-line immigration policy. Following the fatal shooting of two protesters in Minnesota in January 2026, the administration drew down forces, fired its home…
The IndependentHaiti Residents Protest Gang Violence in Cite Soleil as Hundreds Flee Homes
Residents of Cite Soleil in Port-au-Prince protested Tuesday demanding police protection after weekend gang attacks displaced hundreds and left people sleeping in the streets. Protesters reported seeing killings and hearing gunshots during the demonstration. The violence is part…
jpost.comClashes Erupt Between Iranian Regime Supporters and Protesters in Several Cities
Supporters of the Iranian regime and anti-regime demonstrators clashed in multiple cities on Sunday amid global protests against Tehran’s crackdown. In Berlin, an Iranian woman who lost an eye in 2022 protests was confronted and pursued by pro-Palestinian demonstrators. Incidents…
The IndependentCabinet Minister Booed at London Antisemitism Rally
A senior government minister faced boos and chants from the crowd while addressing a rally against antisemitism outside Downing Street on May 10. Protesters demanded stronger government action as politicians from multiple parties spoke at the event. A separate rally in New York d…
New York PostTransgender Athlete Wins Three Jumping Events at California High School Track Meet
A transgender senior from Jurupa Valley won the triple jump, long jump and tied for first in the high jump at the CIF Southern Section Division 3 preliminaries on Saturday at Yorba Linda High School. Protesters held a "Save Girls’ Sports" rally outside the venue calling for biolo…
Al JazeeraAnti-Royal Protesters Stage No Kings Demonstration at Buckingham Palace
British anti-royals gathered outside Buckingham Palace in London for a No Kings protest. The demonstration opposed the institution of monarchy. Organizers called for an end to royal rule in the United Kingdom.
New York PostErika Kirk Gives Commencement Address at Hillsdale College and Receives Honorary Degree
Charlie Kirk’s widow urged graduates to pursue truth, defend liberty and marry young in a speech at the Michigan college. Dr. Larry Arnn presented her with two honorary degrees of public service, one posthumous for her husband who was assassinated in September. Leftist protesters…
jpost.comKurdish Protesters Remove Government Billboard in Hasaka After Language Change
Local Kurdish residents in Hasaka removed a billboard at the Justice Palace on May 7 after authorities changed its languages from Kurdish and Arabic to English and Arabic. The protests occurred as Damascus works to integrate former SDF units into the national military and extend…
foxnews.comCornell University Releases Video of President and Student Protesters
Cornell University published video footage from an April 30, 2026 interaction between its president and student protesters. The university said the video shows the president was followed to his car, where students surrounded the vehicle, blocked its path and banged on its windows…
citizen.co.zaSouth African President Expects Action Against Violent Protesters
Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya said President Cyril Ramaphosa expects law enforcement to prevent violence during anti-immigrant demonstrations that have spread across several major cities. Magwenya stated that South Africans are not a xenophobic people and that the pr…
realclearworld.comPeruvian Presidential Candidate Rafael Lopez Aliaga Joins Lima March Calling for New Elections
Rafael Lopez Aliaga, a Peruvian ultra-conservative presidential candidate, marched with protesters through Lima and demanded new elections. He alleged irregularities in the 2026 vote. The protest occurred as Lopez Aliaga sought to challenge the election outcome.
japantoday.comJapanese PM Takaichi Meets Australian PM; Protesters Rally Against Constitutional Changes
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held talks with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Canberra, focusing on energy security and defense cooperation. The low-key visit followed large protests in Japan against proposed revisions to the country's pacifist constitution…
The GuardianAlabama Lawmakers End Redistricting Session After Protesters Enter State House
Alabama lawmakers ended their special session on May 5, 2026, following protests over redistricting that saw demonstrators enter the State House. The unrest came after a U.S. Supreme Court ruling weakened protections under the Voting Rights Act, prompting Republicans to push for…
riotimesonline.comProtesters in Santiago Demand Release of Political Prisoners in Venezuela
Protesters gathered in Santiago to call for the release of political prisoners in Venezuela. Some participants chained themselves together symbolically while waving flags and chanting for freedom. The demonstration highlighted ongoing concerns about human rights in Venezuela.
alternet.orgGiuliani Hospitalized in Stable Condition; Multiple Injured in Oklahoma Shooting; Brooklyn Protest Held After ICE Detention
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, 81, remains in critical but stable condition after hospital admission. Separately, a shooting at an Oklahoma campground wounded at least 10, while police clashed with protesters over an ICE detention in Brooklyn. Events unfolded over the…
The GuardianJeff Bezos Named Met Gala Honorary Chair
The 2026 Met Gala has drawn criticism and boycotts due to Jeff Bezos's involvement as honorary chair and primary funder. Protesters and a New York mayor are skipping the event, citing concerns over the billionaire's influence. The gala launches the Costume Art exhibition at the M…
dailyexcelsior.com50,000 People Protest in Tokyo Over Japan's Military Expansion and Constitutional Changes
Tens of thousands gathered in Tokyo to oppose government plans for military expansion and rewriting the post-war constitution. Protesters chanted messages rejecting war and militarization. The demonstration highlights ongoing debates over Japan's defense policies.
japantimes.co.jpChilean Military Police Disperse Student Protests Against Proposed Education Funding Cuts
Chile's military police cracked down on student protesters demonstrating against government proposals to limit free higher education. The proposals include cutting a scholarship program and increasing student loans. The events highlight tensions over education access in the count…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewHouse Republicans Hold Hearing on FACE Act Enforcement After Trump DOJ Report
House Republicans convened a hearing on April 28, 2026, to examine the Biden administration's use of the FACE Act. The session followed a Trump DOJ report detailing biased enforcement against pro-life protesters. Witnesses called for the law's repeal, citing unequal sentencing an…
france24.comHundreds Rally in Tel Aviv After US-Iran Peace Talks Cancellation
Hundreds of protesters gathered in Tel Aviv on Sunday following the cancellation of peace talks between the US and Iran. The talks, held in Islamabad, had been seen as a potential path to resolving the ongoing standoff. Demonstrators expressed concerns about the possible resumpti…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewProtesters Gather Outside Washington Hilton with Flags and Masks
Pro-Palestine protesters assembled outside the Washington Hilton in Washington, D.C., on the evening of the White House Correspondents' Dinner. They displayed Palestinian flags and wore caricature masks depicting Hegseth and Netanyahu. The gathering was reported by @MarioNawfal.
Fernando Reyes Palencia / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 2.0)Venezuelan Women Conclude 64-Day Protest at Caracas Detention Center After Amnesty Fails to Yield Prisoner Releases
Two women led a 64-day protest outside a Caracas police station demanding the release of their detained husbands following Venezuela's amnesty measure. Despite the government's actions after Nicolás Maduro's deposition, hundreds remain held on political grounds. The protesters di…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewProtesters in Tokyo Rally Against Easing of Japan's Arms Export Restrictions
Dozens of protesters gathered in Tokyo on April 24, 2026, to oppose the Japanese government's decision to ease decades-old arms export curbs. The new rules allow the sale of lethal weapons overseas, marking a shift in policy amid efforts to enhance defense capabilities and enter…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewIran Bombing Occurs Amid Protest Crackdown
Iranians are attempting to resume normal life amid damage from recent U.S. and Israeli airstrikes and internet disruptions. A deadly crackdown on protesters in January has left the economy in tatters, with fears of further government restrictions. Residents express anger over the…
hrw.orgIran Sentences Four Protesters to Death Amid Nationwide Protests
Iran’s Revolutionary Court sentenced four protesters to death for their involvement in January 2026 demonstrations. The sentences follow allegations of violent acts during protests, while the Pope has called for peace without directly addressing the Iranian government’s actions.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewProtesters in Slovakia Oppose Plan to End Mail Voting for Citizens Abroad
Thousands of protesters gathered in Slovakia's capital and other locations on Tuesday to oppose a government plan to eliminate mail voting for Slovaks living abroad. The demonstrations occurred in Bratislava, Košice, Banská Bystrica, Brussels, and Prague. Opposition groups stated…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewDOJ Working Group Releases Report on Prosecutions of Anti-Abortion Protesters
A working group within the Department of Justice has released a report examining prosecutions of anti-abortion protesters during the Biden administration. The report addresses interactions between law enforcement and abortion clinics. It presents findings from an internal review…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewProtests in Dublin Address Fuel Taxes, Immigration, and Climate Policies
Tens of thousands of farmers, truckers, and other individuals gathered in Dublin to protest fuel taxes, mass immigration, and climate change policies. Conor McGregor stated that a government misstep could lead to 250,000 people descending on the capital. Reports indicate that pol…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewProtesters Block 3rd Avenue in Manhattan Against US Involvement in Middle East
Members of Jewish Voices for Peace blocked 3rd Avenue in Manhattan to protest US involvement in the Middle East. Police responded by making mass arrests after the group shut down traffic. The demonstration highlights ongoing public actions related to foreign policy concerns.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewGlenn Greenwald Observes Absence of Regime Change in US Demands on Iran
Glenn Greenwald noted that US demands related to potential conflict with Iran do not mention regime change, freedom, or democracy for Iranians. He stated that such elements are absent from the demands. Greenwald reported that these topics are not addressed, including any easing o…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewOpinion Piece Describes Anti-ICE Protesters as Awful People
An opinion article from Hot Air characterizes anti-ICE protesters as mostly awful people. The piece frames this view as standard practice in political discourse. No specific events or individuals are named in the source material.
thecanary.coOver 500 Arrested at Trafalgar Square Protest Supporting Banned Group Palestine Action
Police arrested more than 500 protesters in London's Trafalgar Square during a demonstration supporting the banned group Palestine Action. The event occurred amid ongoing legal challenges to the group's terrorist designation. Arrests followed a police reversal on enforcement afte…
winnipegfreepress.comFuel Protests in Ireland Disrupt Supply and Transportation on Fifth Day
Protests over high fuel prices entered their fifth day in Ireland, leading to blockades at fuel depots, a refinery, and a port. Police cleared protesters from the Whitegate refinery and made arrests to restore access. More than a third of service stations reported fuel shortages,…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewIrish Police and Defense Forces Clear Blockade at Sole Oil Refinery Amid Fuel Price Protests
Police in Ireland, assisted by defense forces, removed protesters from the country's only oil refinery on Saturday to restore operations. The action came during a fifth day of demonstrations against high fuel prices, which have caused gas shortages and highway closures. Transport…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewIrish Police Disperse Protesters Blocking Oil Refinery Over Fuel Prices
Irish police intervened to end a blockade of an oil refinery by protesters opposing high fuel prices. The demonstrations have disrupted traffic on multiple roads. Sources link the price increases to the ongoing US-Israeli war against Iran.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewIrish Protesters Block Fuel Sites Over Price Surge Linked to Iran War
Protesters in Ireland have blocked fuel distribution sites and motorways for five days in response to rising fuel prices attributed to the US-Israeli war against Iran. Police have pushed back demonstrators at the Whitegate oil refinery, allowing limited access for fuel trucks. Th…