Irish PM Denounces ‘Reprehensible’ Violence in Dublin

By admin July 16, 2024 No comment

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Fifteen individuals were brought before a special court in Dublin following violent protests at a site designated for asylum seekers. Protestors ignited pallets and construction equipment at the former Crown Paints factory in Coolock, North Dublin, causing a significant fire. The site on Malahide Road was scheduled for development later in the week. Taoiseach Simon […]

New Caledonia Protests Escalate Following Activist Detentions by France

By admin June 24, 2024 No comment

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Protests erupted in New Caledonia following the detention and transfer of seven pro-independence activists to France. These activists were accused of orchestrating riots against a controversial voting reform bill. The unrest led to arson attacks on several buildings, including a town hall and police station across the territory. Christian Tein, a prominent pro-independence

Georgia parliament overturns veto on foreign agents law

By admin May 29, 2024 No comment

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Georgia’s MPs have overturned a presidential veto on the controversial “transparency on foreign influence” bill, commonly referred to as the “foreign agents law,” after several weeks of protests in Tbilisi. The law mandates that media and NGOs receiving over 20% of their funding from abroad must register as “organisations acting in the interest of a […]

Suspect charged with attempted murder of Slovak PM Fico

By admin May 17, 2024 No comment

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A 71-year-old man from Levice has been implicated in the attempted murder of Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, who was severely injured in a shooting incident. The suspect, though not officially named, has been widely identified by Slovak reports. If convicted, he could potentially face life imprisonment. The assailant acted alone, according to Interior Minister […]

Two killed in New Caledonia as riots escalate after Paris vote

By admin May 15, 2024 No comment

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New Caledonia, a Pacific territory under French governance since the 19th century, is currently gripped by violent unrest stemming from the French parliament’s decision to expand voting rights for French residents there. This move, allowing long-term French citizens in New Caledonia to participate in provincial elections, has sparked outrage among many locals who

Georgia to vote on controversial law that sparked mass protests

By admin May 14, 2024 No comment

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Georgia’s parliament is on the verge of passing a highly controversial “foreign agent” law, despite facing significant opposition from both within and outside the ruling Georgian Dream party. Critics of the proposed legislation, often referred to as the “Russia law,” argue that it poses a severe threat to civil liberties within the country.

Sweden prepares for Eurovision with heightened security

By admin May 4, 2024 No comment

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Security measures are being intensified for the Eurovision Song Contest in Malmo, Sweden’s third-largest city, as large demonstrations are expected to coincide with the event. While police and organizers assert they are well-prepared and aiming for a “joyful” occasion, concerns linger amidst heightened tensions. The annual Eurovision celebration,

Clashes Erupt in Georgia Over Proposed ‘Foreign Agent’ Bill

By admin May 1, 2024 No comment

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Riot police in Georgia deployed tear gas and water cannons to disperse demonstrators protesting against a proposed bill, which the opposition views as an attack on media freedoms. The clashes erupted outside the parliament building in Tbilisi, where protesters hurled eggs and bottles at the police. Despite the retreat of the crowds, confrontations persisted late […]

Slovakia’s populist government to replace public broadcaster

By admin April 25, 2024 No comment

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Slovakia’s government, led by Robert Fico’s populist-nationalist coalition, has approved a plan to abolish the current public broadcaster, Radio and Television of Slovakia (RTVS), and replace it with a new entity called Slovak Television and Radio (STVR). The move has raised concerns about media independence. The decision, backed by the cabinet and proposed by

Thousands protest against Canary islands’ ‘unsustainable’ tourism model

By admin April 20, 2024 No comment

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Protests are set to erupt across the Canary Islands this Saturday, with demonstrators calling for a reevaluation of the region’s tourism industry and a halt to the influx of tourists. The movement, named “Canarias tiene un límite” (The Canaries have a limit), is supported by various environmental organizations such as Greenpeace, WWF, and Friends of […]