All articles tagged with #civil unrest
Gabon’s media regulator suspended social media until further notice, citing spread of false information, cyberbullying and personal-data leaks; platforms were not named, though WhatsApp, Facebook and TikTok are widely used. The move comes amid post-coup unrest and civil-service strikes, with officials saying the ban aims to prevent social conflict and protect national security, while reaffirming freedom of expression as a right.
An unnamed regional Iranian official told Reuters that at least 5,000 people have been killed in protests across Iran, including about 500 security personnel, with some of the heaviest clashes in the Kurdish northwest. The official cautioned the final toll is not expected to rise sharply and accused Israel and armed groups abroad of backing protesters. HRANA says 3,308 dead with more than 24,000 arrests, while Hengaw notes Kurdish-majority areas bore the brunt of the fighting.
California Governor Newsom warns Americans to 'wake up' ahead of critical elections, criticizing Trump's efforts to deploy National Guard troops for crowd control and immigration enforcement, and expressing distrust in the Department of Justice to handle legal cases.
Tanzania is experiencing violent protests and a crackdown following a disputed election in which main opposition candidates were barred, with reports of over 100 deaths and widespread repression against demonstrators and critics.
The Pentagon is preparing thousands of National Guard personnel for civil unrest missions, signaling a potential increase in military involvement in domestic affairs under the Trump administration, with new rapid reaction forces being trained and equipped for deployment to manage urban disturbances.
The Pentagon is preparing thousands of National Guard personnel for civil unrest response, indicating a potential increase in domestic military deployments under the Trump administration, with new rapid reaction forces being trained and equipped for quick deployment across the U.S., raising concerns about the expansion of military roles in domestic affairs.
The Pentagon is developing a National Guard 'Quick Reaction Force' to respond rapidly to civil unrest across the U.S., with training to be completed by January 2026, amid ongoing tensions over federal intervention in cities and the use of military forces for law enforcement.
Protests in Peru against President Jose Jeri's government have resulted in at least one death and numerous injuries, with clashes between protesters and police over issues like corruption and crime, amid political instability following the recent ousting of former President Boluarte.
In Portland, protesters are using humorous inflatable costumes to oppose federal actions and dispel the narrative of the city as a 'war zone,' while facing ongoing tensions with federal agents and court challenges.
The article discusses how President Trump's increased deployment of the National Guard in Democratic-led cities for tasks like patrolling streets and supporting ICE operations diverges from their traditional roles, raising concerns among military experts about misuse, impact on recruitment, and public trust, despite the Guard's historical roots in emergency and disaster response.
The article reviews 18 instances from 1877 to 2021 when the Illinois National Guard was activated in Chicago, highlighting notable events such as strikes, riots, protests, and responses to violence, including the unprecedented potential federalization of troops by President Trump. It details historical moments like the 1877 railway strike, 1919 race riots, 1960s civil unrest, and recent pandemic and protest responses, illustrating the Guard's evolving role in maintaining order in Chicago.
President Trump has indicated he would consider invoking the Insurrection Act to deploy military force within the U.S. amid civil unrest, particularly criticizing Democratic-led states and cities, which could lead to significant legal and political conflicts.
The article discusses the role of the National Guard, a state-based military force, and how recent actions by President Trump to deploy Guard troops in Democratic-led cities mark a departure from its traditional humanitarian role, instead being used for crime crackdown and immigration enforcement.
Over a dozen FBI agents, including some photographed kneeling during the 2020 George Floyd protests, were fired amid controversy over their actions and the FBI's response to civil unrest, with some claiming the firings violated due process and were politically motivated.
Nepal's youth-led protests against government corruption and internet bans turned violent, resulting in 19 deaths and prompting the resignation of key officials, with protesters demanding the dissolution of parliament and new elections.