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Over 300 Visas Canceled Amidst US Campus Protest Response

In a significant move aimed at addressing support for Palestine on U.S. college campuses, over 300 visas have been revoked by U.S. authorities. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has emphasized the importance of maintaining order, noting, "We cannot allow those who engage in vandalizing universities, harassing students, and taking over buildings to reside freely in our country." The cancellation of visas includes that of a Turkish student detained in Boston. However, specifics regarding her involvement in any alleged activities…

Gabon Judges Protest Poor Working Conditions with Strike Action

For nearly a month now, the judicial system has come to a standstill, with magistrates resolute in their decision to abstain from their duties. This protest stems from persistent grievances regarding subpar working conditions and insufficient salaries. As a result, countless court cases have languished in limbo, leaving many seeking justice in a precarious state of uncertainty. The National Trade Union of Magistrates, known as SYNAMAG, has voiced strong disapproval toward the government’s apparent neglect of the judiciary.…

Somali Airlines Suspend Nationwide Flights in Protest Over Rising Fees

Mogadishu (AX) — In a dramatic showdown that has taken the nation by storm, a gaggle of irate airlines has hit the brakes on both local and international flights on a day that will linger in the annals of aviation history — Wednesday, January 22, 2025. The core reason? An itchy battle over swelling fees slapped on carriers by Somalia’s federal administrators, an action akin to a sudden 'turkey dump' right before dessert. What’s the buzz all about? Let’s go for a nosedive into this unfolding aerial saga. The usually stoic…

Numerous Individuals Detained for Violating Amsterdam’s Protest Restrictions

In a decisive move, Dutch law enforcement rounded up numerous pro-Palestinian demonstrators in Amsterdam for violating a protest ban. This restriction was enacted following violent confrontations between Israeli football fans and local youths. The Amsterdam District Court upheld the mayor's order to prohibit demonstrations in the city. This decision came just days after disturbances erupted involving fans of Maccabi Tel Aviv and others on scooters throughout various neighborhoods. Despite the ban, hundreds of individuals…

Somalis protest in opposition to Al-Shabaab as military steps up offensive

Somalis protest in opposition to Al-Shabaab as military steps up offensive GALKAYO, Somalia - Sections of Galkayo residents have gathered within the streets to protest in opposition to Al-Shabaab militants who've made forays into the world in central Somalia, a spot dominated by the Al-linked group. -Qaida. Al-Shabaab militants have stepped up their actions within the area, primarily…

authorities crack down on the protest and

On Thursday, July 1, South Africa and the United Kingdom criticized the violent repression of demonstrations against the monarchy in Eswatini, the government of this small country in southern Africa that accuses "foreign elements" and "terrorists" of sowing seeds. Africa's last absolute monarchy, formerly known as Swaziland, has…

Angry Chadian women protest in Ndjamena

One hundred women were in front of the courthouse in Ndjamena this morning to protest against violence against women and the impunity that the perpetrators of these crimes enjoy. The protesters were furious after a new rape case. The message was sung by some thirty protesters dressed in black and a sign in their hand, describes…

two figures of the protest who were arrested before

The arrests took place on Thursday evening, two days before the early elections. A vote in which Algerian voters are called to elect 407 deputies for the future National Assembly. It is rejected by Hirak and by part of the opposition. One of the challenges will also be turnout, low during the 2019 presidential election and the referendum on the revision of the constitution at the end of last year.…

academics on strike to protest

In Algeria, the schooling sector is on strike for 3 days after the 14 largest unions within the sector. Elementary faculty academics, highschool and highschool academics, central and technical administration employees have been laid off since Sunday, Might 9, in line with the president of the Nationwide Autonomous Union of Secondary and Technical Academics, who speaks of a "well-followed strike"…

look again on a day of protest and

No less than 5 individuals have been killed on Tuesday throughout protests in Ndjamena and southern Chad towards the junta that took energy after the dying of President Idriss Déby Itno per week in the past. Common Mahamat Idriss Déby, the regime's new strongman, has promised to prepare "an inclusive nationwide dialogue" whereas a brand new demand demonstrations begins on Wednesday in April.…

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