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Protests around the world

Protests around the world
Protests in Hong Kong in 2019 and 2020 made headlines around the world. Here’s the latest news and updates from street protests happening elsewhere.
last updated:
9 September, 2024
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol and his wife Kim Keon-hee arrive for a celebration to mark the 76th anniversary of Korea Armed Forces Day, in Seongnam, South Korea on October 1. Photo: Reuters
South Korea

South Korea’s first lady Kim Keon-hee sparks memes amid martial law controversy

Public suspicion about Kim Keon-hee’s influence on Yoon has grown, with many seeing the martial law decree as a desperate effort to shield her from scrutiny.

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South Korea

South Korea’s Yoon defends martial law decree, vows to ‘fight to the end’

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South Korea

South Korea’s K-pop stars face pressure to speak up on Yoon’s martial law saga

South Korea

South Korea’s top police officials detained over martial law bid

General Cho Ji-ho and Kim Bong-sik are being investigated for their roles in deploying police forces to the National Assembly on December 3.

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South Korean Interior and Safety Minister Lee Sang-min, (right) talks with National Police Agency Commissioner General Cho Ji-ho and Kim Bong-sik (left) head of the metropolitan police agency of Seoul, at the National Assembly in Seoul last week. Photo: Yonhap via AP
South Korea

‘Ridiculous’: Squid Game creator, cast join calls for South Korea’s Yoon to go

The stars and auteur behind the Netflix hit joined a growing chorus calling for President Yoon Suk-yeol to answer for his martial law decree.

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South Korea

Opinion | Yoon’s dangerous political gamble was no aberration

Yoon Suk-yeol’s declaration of martial law, albeit brief, is a reminder that South Korea must reckon with its authoritarian tendencies.

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Bangladesh

Bangladesh Nationalist Party supporters march in protest of attacks in India

Thousands marched towards the Indian High Commission in Dhaka to denounce attacks on a diplomatic mission.

Supporters of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) attend a march against India as they submit a memorandum at the Indian High Commission in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on Sunday. Photo: EPA-EFE
India

‘Worrying’: India-Bangladesh ties tested by mounting communal violence

Amid unrest surrounding the arrest of a Hindu priest, analysts fear violence and growing religious divides are ‘taking the region backwards’.

Nepal

Nepal’s ‘barbaric’ animal sacrifice ritual persists despite outcry

Activists estimate as many as 500,000 animals will be sacrificed at Nepal’s Gadhimai Temple this week to honour the Hindu goddess of power.

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South Korea

‘No more chaos’: South Korea ruling party says Yoon ‘effectively suspended’

Earlier, while thousands rallied, hoping the president would be impeached, a boycott by some of his PPP party meant an impeachment motion failed.

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Protesters take part in a rally calling for the impeachment of South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol in Seoul on Saturday. Photo: Reuters
France

France’s Macron vows to stay in office after government collapse

French president blames far-right for political chaos and promises a new prime minister soon.

French President Emmanuel Macron during a televised broadcast on Thursday. Photo: AFP
South Korea

US sharply criticises South Korea’s Yoon over ‘illegitimate’ martial law bid

Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell’s remarks also cast doubt on Yoon’s claims of threats from North Korea and anti-state forces.

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Georgia

Georgia opposition figures arrested as pro-EU protests continue

Protests continued for the seventh evening in a row after Georgian police arrest main opposition leader.

South Korea

South Korea’s Yoon investigated for ‘insurrection’ ahead of impeachment vote

The decision came as Yoon replaced his defence chief, who was banned from leaving the country.

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South Koreans attend a candlelight vigil condemning President Yoon Suk-yeol’s declaration of martial law in Seoul. Photo: Reuters
Georgia

Georgia police accused of torturing pro-EU protesters

Ombudsman blasts police over treatment of demonstrators who are angry over decision to suspend talks with EU.

Law enforcement officers hold a person during protests in Tbilisi, Georgia on Tuesday. Photo: Reuters
South Korea

South Korea lifts president’s martial law decree after lawmakers vote against it

Opposition members want Yoon Suk-yeol impeached for a shock move that led troops to surround parliament in a night of political drama.

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Georgia

Georgia president demands fresh parliamentary elections as protests continue

Protests in Georgia spread and tensions rise after the government suspended talks on joining the European Union.

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European Union

Third night of protests after Georgia suspends EU talks

Demonstrations – with some police using water cannons and tear gas – began following the suspension of talks to join the European bloc.

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Protesters clash with police during a demonstration against the government’s decision to delay European Union membership talks amid a post-election crisis, outside the Georgia Parliament in Tbilisi. Photo: AFP
Pakistan

Pakistan reporter freed following arrest for investigating protest deaths

Matiullah Jan was arrested under anti-terror laws for investigating alleged deaths in protests supporting jailed ex-prime minister Imran Khan.

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka’s new government faces backlash over IMF debt repayment plan

President Dissanayake has chosen to continue with the current IMF programme, raising concerns about its impact on economic growth and relief for the population.

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Bangladesh

My Take | ‘Worse than before’: Bangladesh’s turmoil grows as Yunus tries to restore order

Muhammad Yunus faces challenges in restoring order and reviving Bangladesh’s economy amid ethnic tensions and urgent calls for new elections.

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Muhammad Yunus, head of Bangladesh’s interim government, speaks to members of the media at the COP29 UN Climate Summit on November 13. Photo: AP
United States

Opinion | North American ports must automate or risk losing out to Asia and Europe

While automated hubs in Asia and Europe attract more trade, ports in the US and Canada are mired in inefficiency and recurring labour disputes.

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South America has its first smart and green port with the inauguration of Chancay Port in Peru on November 14. The first phase of the project, when completed, will reduce the Peru-China shipping time to 23 days. Photo: Xinhua
Climate change

Cop29: developing nations seek trillions, get billions in cash deal

Several countries were disappointed at the deal which pledges US$250 billion annually by 2035 – far short of the recommended $1 trillion.

Middle East

Iran says no charges against student who stripped to her underwear

Activists say the woman was arrested after protesting over hijab rules; officials say she is ‘ill’ and has been handed over to family.

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New Zealand

Tens of thousands of Maori, supporters march on New Zealand’s parliament

Protesters oppose a bill drafted by a minor coalition party that aims to redefine a founding treaty of the country dating back to 1840.

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Members of the Maori community and their supporters take part in a protest march in Wellington on Tuesday. More than 35,000 demonstrators poured into the harbourside, police said. Photo: AFP
Bangladesh

Bangladesh’s Yunus urges ‘patience’ for election after 100 days in power

The Nobel laureate was appointed to lead the government as ‘chief adviser’ on August 9 following a student-led uprising.

Bangladesh interim government Chief Adviser Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus addresses the Bay of Bengal Conversation (BOBC) in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on Saturday. Photo: EPA-EFE
Africa

Senegal heads to polls as new leaders eye parliamentary mandate

President Bassirou Diomaye Faye is seeking a majority to see through the promise of ambitious reform that elected him eight months ago.

Americas and the Caribbean

Venezuela frees more than 200 prisoners detained after election

The releases come after President Maduro said authorities would review the cases of those who might have been mistakenly arrested.

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