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Climate activists and environmentalists are protesting against municipal plans that they believe could harm the Neris River ecosystem.

A large protest in Letná, attended by a quarter of a million people, criticized Czech Prime Minister Babiš and his coalition partners over issues related to governance and environmental protections.

Environmental groups in Daejeon protest the city's resumption of river dredging, claiming it is a waste of public funds and detrimental to the ecosystem.

The Carajás Railroad linking Pará to Maranhão was reopened after a five-day blockade by the Gavião indigenous people protesting environmental concerns related to railway expansion.

A new documentary titled 'Kampen om Lynetteholm' premiered at CPH:DOX, showcasing the protests and legal battles surrounding the Lynetteholm development.

Indigenous Gavião people have blocked the Carajás Railway in southeast Pará for five consecutive days, protesting against environmental impacts and regulatory compliance related to railway duplication.

Ene-Liis Semper's concert 'Where are you?' serves both as a protest and an attempt to shift the narrative in Estonian public discourse regarding nature.

American helicopters have landed in the protected Madonie Park, provoking protests from local mayors.

A group of indigenous people has blocked the Carajás Railway in Bom Jesus do Tocantins, Brazil, protesting against Vale over environmental concerns.

Residents of Iho in Jeju City protest against the construction of a restaurant that involves destroying part of their protective coastal sand dune.

A former Tasmanian police officer reconnects with a protester he arrested during the significant Franklin River blockade four decades ago.

Residents of the Quilombola Community Outeiro in Maranhão are protesting against untreated hospital waste being dumped in their territory, posing health and environmental risks.

Construction of a tram line in Czechia faced immediate resistance as tree felling was halted due to public outcry.

Residents of Pagiriai report seeing wood fiber particles on their windows and cars after a protest regarding pollution from the company 'Homanit Lietuva', leading to an unplanned environmental inspection.

Hundreds protested outside the Nova Scotia legislature against government budget cuts to cultural programs and resource extraction policies, voicing concerns over treaty obligations and environmental conservation.

The eviction of environmental activists protesting against the construction of a children's museum in Bologna's Mitilini-Moneta-Stefanini park has led to clashes and arrests.

Citizens and civic groups in Jeonju, South Korea, are organizing a large demonstration to protest against the city's tree management policies following the controversial logging of willow trees along the Jeonju Stream.

Extinction Rebellion activists disrupted the Sanremo music festival by infiltrating through security to protest against perceived ecocide policies and greenwashing by major sponsors.

About 300 protesters, including residents from traditional riverine communities, occupied the DNIT building in Marabá, Pará, opposing the dredging and blasting of the Pedral do Lourenção as it threatens local livelihoods.

A protest occurred in Verona, Italy, just hours before the closing ceremony of the 2026 Olympics, with demonstrators voicing concerns over the financial and environmental impact of the Games.

A surprise protest by environmental activists in Helsinki's city center has caused significant traffic disruptions.

A protest by the environmental group Elokapina has caused significant traffic disruptions in central Helsinki.

A protest in Samborondón, Ecuador, is taking place against economic projects discussed by the National Assembly, with demonstrators voicing concerns about environmental impact and local governance autonomy.

Environmental group Extinction Rebellion reported that it is under investigation by the FBI for potential terrorism activities, with some members having encountered agents from the agency's taskforce on extremism.

Protesters have formed a picket line in Sydney's Hills district to oppose the development of rugby fields, claiming environmental concerns over endangered species.

Two women were convicted for trespassing on a whaling ship in Iceland as part of an environmental protest, raising concerns over civil disobedience rights.

Anahita Babaei and Elissa May Philipps were convicted for illegally boarding whaling ships in Iceland as part of a protest and ordered to pay fines.

A bomb intended for the home of an engineer working on a nuclear waste disposal project was deactivated in France, an act claimed by opponents of the project.

The Potsdam District Court has initiated proceedings against activists from the climate group Last Generation, accused of being part of a criminal organization in Germany.

In Milan, police clashed with protesters opposing the negative environmental impact of the Olympic Games.

Protests in Milan against the Olympic Games led to tensions, clashes with police, and numerous arrests as demonstrators voiced concerns over the event's environmental and economic impact.

A protest march against the Winter Olympics in Milan led to confrontations between demonstrators and police, driven by concerns over environmental impact and urban sustainability.

Italian police used tear gas and water cannon against protesters in Milan during the Winter Olympics, who were demonstrating against housing costs and environmental concerns.

Demonstrators in Milan protested against the upcoming Winter Olympics, raising concerns about environmental sustainability and social issues in the city.

Thousands protested in Milan against the high cost of living and environmental concerns on the opening day of the Winter Olympics.

In Rajasthan, masses have taken to the streets to protest against the cutting down of Khejri trees for solar panel installations, invoking the historical sacrifice of Amrita Devi.

Activists have occupied PalaSharp in Milan as part of a protest against the upcoming Olympics, advocating for an alternative event dubbed 'Utopiadi' and raising concerns about Israel's participation and environmental impact.

An incident occurred on February 5, 2026, in Quito, where environmental activists clashed with police during a protest against a legislative initiative aimed at strengthening the mining and energy sectors.

In a protest action near the capital of Chile, about fifty people gathered to mimic the work of chatbots, highlighting the high costs and environmental impact of replacing human workers with AI.

Several environmental organizations have launched a petition protesting the weakening of nature and environmental laws in the European Union, highlighting a study that shows pesticides have contaminated more than two-thirds of Europe's soil.

The main hearing began in Reykjavik District Court for whale hunt protesters Anahita Babaei and Elissa Bijou, who chained themselves to barrels for 33 hours in 2023, expressing their readiness to stand firm in court as they seek global support for their cause.

Opponents of a 440 km² gold mining exploration project at the border of Loire-Atlantique and Maine-et-Loire are calling for a citizens' march in the commune of Candé to express their opposition.

Aleksandra Pilarczyk argues that European consumers, rather than farmers, should be the ones protesting against the Mercosur trade agreement, highlighting the importance of food safety and environmental impact in agricultural policy.

Environmental activists and farmers are set to protest in Berlin against the government's agrarian policies amidst economic burdens and controversial trade agreements.