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Protests erupted in Damascus in response to a government decree significantly restricting alcohol sales in restaurants and bars.

Daria Bojarskaja, former interpreter for Putin, now heads the OSCE election mission in Hungary, stirring protests from civil society groups.

An investigation revealed that ICE agents collected DNA samples from individuals arrested while recording immigration operations in multiple states under the Trump administration.

Civil organizations criticize the government's request to cancel rallies in downtown Seoul ahead of a BTS performance, claiming it infringes on citizens' rights to assemble.

The Pará State Legislative Assembly approved a 6% salary adjustment for state public servants, leading to protests from some groups demanding higher increases.

The Liberal government of Canada is appealing to the Supreme Court to validate its use of the Emergencies Act during the 2022 Freedom Convoy protests after lower court rulings deemed the invocation unreasonable and unjustified.

The podcast discusses the Australian police's increasing use of 'less lethal' weapons such as stinger grenades and OC spray during protests, highlighting their controversial nature and associated risks.

Senegal has successfully made a $471 million debt payment, averting default, but faces significant challenges including civil unrest and budget cuts.

A former Syrian colonel is facing charges of crimes against humanity in a UK court related to his role in the Syrian government's crackdown on pro-democracy protests in 2011.

Thirty-six human rights and civic organizations have called for the resignation of Ahn Chang-ho, the chairperson of the Human Rights Commission, citing his support for insurrection and failure to apologize after a guilty verdict was issued against a former president.

Hundreds of Cubans protested in Havana against prolonged power outages, echoing their demands for freedom and better living conditions.

The Civil Service Agency in Liberia has audited the credentials of employees at the Ministry of Transport, revealing that the majority met requirements, but some allege the audit targets those involved in protests against outsourcing government services.

Nearly all suspects connected to the storming of Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota, have been arrested, prompting civil rights advocate Alveda King to criticize the tactics used in the incident.

Students and ministers are striking against conscription laws in Germany, raising questions about civil disobedience and the legal ramifications of school absences.

Reza Pahlavi, the son of deposed Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, has been endorsed by Donald Trump as a potential leader for a democratic transition in Iran amid ongoing civil protests against the theocratic regime.

Police in Estonia asserted that they do not keep data collected from protesters despite recent incidents of officers asking for identification during demonstrations.

The article discusses the uncertain future of Iran amidst US and Israeli military actions, internal civil unrest, and calls for regime change by former US President Donald Trump.

A recent Israeli attack on Iran has raised alarms, particularly following civil protests in Tehran just weeks before.

Protesters clashed with police in Siliguri, India, during a demonstration.

The Trump administration has filed a lawsuit against the University of California, alleging that it fostered an antisemitic environment during pro-Palestinian protests in 2024.

The article discusses the importance of civil rights and the unacceptable nature of violence during protests in a democratic society.

Georgia has transformed from a nation with a European future into an authoritarian state suppressing civil liberties, marked by mass protests and allegations of the use of chemical weapons by the government.

Recent cases brought by the Department of Justice against protesters in the US are failing as misleading testimony from law enforcement is revealed in court.

In Senegal, civil society has formed a collective to critique police brutality following the death of a 21-year-old student, Abdoulaye Ba, during a law enforcement operation.

Civil society groups in Kenya protest against the Council of Governors' decision to boycott Senate oversight committees, citing threats to constitutional accountability.

A demonstration in Munich against the Iranian regime reportedly drew a crowd of 250,000, but police may have overestimated this figure.

A protest organized by activist groups took place in Brescia against the police chief's restrictions on demonstrations, supported by local council members.

Iran's judiciary spokesman disclosed the estimated financial damages from the nationwide protests in late December, amounting to significant losses across various sectors.

In the face of government oppression in Georgia, demonstrators continue to protest against the ruling party's alignment with Russia and the cooling of relations with the EU, as highlighted by an activist who previously worked in public administration.

Iranian human rights lawyer Shirin Ebadi warns that the continuation of the current Iranian government poses a severe threat to the nation's stability.

Don Lemon has pleaded not guilty to federal civil rights charges related to a protest at a Minnesota church.

The Argentine government has identified protesters involved in clashes over recently approved labor reforms and vowed to imprison them.

Turin's recent violent protests have sparked a heated political debate on accountability and the response of law enforcement.

A pro-Palestine Labor group in New South Wales criticized police violence during protests against Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit, calling for an independent investigation into the matter.

The article discusses the violence that erupted during protests in Sydney against Israeli President Isaac Herzog, where police have been accused of brutality.

There is significant backlash against police handling of recent protests in Sydney, with calls for more protection of protest rights in New South Wales.

The article discusses the ongoing civil war in Myanmar, the lack of effective Western intervention, and the growing influence of Russia and China in the region.

The Palestine Action Group is set to legally challenge the extra police powers enacted for protests against Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit to Sydney.

Nationwide protests are planned in Australia against the visit of Israeli president Isaac Herzog, focusing on the legal rights to protest in the country.

Italian police will be granted the temporary ability to detain suspects prior to street gatherings to prevent civil disorder, following a recent gathering of the extreme left in Turin that resulted in injuries to police and arrests of protestors.

Armed members of the 'New Black Panther Party' are protesting against the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in US cities, raising old questions about nonviolent resistance.

A federal judge has issued a temporary order limiting the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents during protests, citing intimidation effects on fundamental liberties.

The Trump administration has announced the immediate withdrawal of 700 federal immigration agents from Minnesota following protests and civil unrest that resulted in two deaths at the hands of federal officers.

Writer and screenwriter Natálie Kocábová discusses the escalating tensions in the U.S., particularly relating to ongoing protests against immigration procedures that have been developing for months.

The death toll from the repression of protests in Iran has reached 2,571, as reported by the U.S.-based human rights group HRANA.

The article discusses the recent protests in Iran that have resulted in over 648 deaths and 10,600 arrests, fueled by economic hardship and political repression, marking a significant challenge to the Islamic Republic.

The Iranian government is violently suppressing a surge in civilian protests amid rising prices and diminishing freedoms.

As Iranian streets continue to swell with protests against a repressive regime, a curious and alarming silence from Italy's left—typically champions of civil rights—has been noted amidst the dangers faced by young Iranian women fighting for freedom.

More than 40 civil society organizations have united against proposed legislation that would enhance police authority to restrict protests in England and Wales, viewing it as a severe infringement on civil liberties.

Amid ongoing civil protests in Iran resulting in numerous casualties and arrests, Iranian leaders including Khamenei threaten retaliation against US military action, while President Trump hints at potential negotiations.