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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Intensive crackdown on illegal freight truck operations from the 24th... at toll booths and rest areas nationwide

The South Korean government will commence a concentrated crackdown on illegal freight truck operations starting from the 24th, targeting major roads across the country.

Mar 23 • 02:14 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Watchdog says transparency crackdown will make Ontario more secret and less secure

A watchdog in Ontario criticizes the government's transparency reforms, arguing they will increase secrecy rather than enhance security.

Mar 21 • 16:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Fly-tippers face new punishments in £45million crackdown

The UK government is implementing a £45 million initiative to impose stricter penalties on individuals illegally dumping waste.

Mar 19 • 22:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Crossbow sales to be banned in major crackdown after harrowing triple murder

The UK government is set to ban crossbow sales and require licensing for existing owners following a series of violent incidents involving the weapon.

Mar 19 • 16:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Fuel Decree: Gasoline Bonus, Anti-Speculation Crackdown, Aid for Truckers. Salvini: 'Cut Excise Taxes'

The Italian government's fuel decree aims to provide financial assistance to families and truckers while enforcing stricter measures to prevent speculation on fuel prices.

Mar 18 • 16:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ministry of Transport says government will intensify actions against companies that violate freight table

The Brazilian Ministry of Transport is enhancing its crackdown on companies that do not comply with the freight table regulations, targeting record violations in the transportation sector.

Mar 18 • 15:47 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Iranians say the regime has intensified repression. Intelligence services anticipate a massacre in case of resistance

Iranians are reporting an intensified crackdown by the regime, with intelligence services warning of a potential massacre if dissent arises.

Mar 18 • 13:10 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: Wave of Legal Threats, Arrests, and Physical Attacks Against Journalists Signals Deepening Crackdown

The International Press Institute has raised concerns over a rise in threats and violence against journalists in Zimbabwe, calling for the protection of media freedom amid escalating government crackdowns.

Mar 18 • 07:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Crackdown on fly-tippers with environment officers set for police-style powers

The UK government plans to empower Environment Agency officers with police-like powers to combat illegal waste dumping by organized criminals.

Mar 14 • 22:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Raids at 1483 locations, 24 FIRs... Action against LPG black marketing in Lucknow

An extensive crackdown on LPG black marketing was conducted in Lucknow, leading to raids at 1483 locations and the arrest of 6 individuals, along with the filing of 24 FIRs.

Mar 14 • 08:09 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Soludo’s threat to end traditional religion wrong – Catholic priest, Unegbu

Reverend Fr. Angelo Unegbu criticizes the Anambra State Government's crackdown on traditional religions, asserting that it threatens justice and religious tolerance.

Mar 14 • 00:06 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Iran promises a 'more severe' response than last January in case of new protests

Iran's Revolutionary Guards threaten a more brutal crackdown on protests than seen in January if demonstrations against the regime occur again.

Mar 13 • 08:58 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Revolutionary Guards: Stronger repression than in January if protests break out in Iran

Iran's Revolutionary Guards warn of a stronger response to potential protests than the violent crackdown witnessed in January, where thousands were reported killed.

Mar 13 • 07:14 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Warning of new protests: Iran's Revolutionary Guard promises an even stronger response

Iran's Revolutionary Guard has warned that any new protests against the government will be met with an even stronger crackdown than seen in January, which resulted in thousands of deaths.

Mar 13 • 07:06 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Iran warns against new protests

Iran's Revolutionary Guards have issued a warning of a stronger response to any new protests, citing a deadly crackdown earlier this year.

Mar 13 • 06:59 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Warning potential demonstrators: 'Like the enemy'

Iran's police chief warns potential demonstrators that they will be treated as enemies, reflecting the regime's heightened crackdown on dissent.

Mar 11 • 05:57 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Lagos arrests 86 in clampdown on street begging

Eighty-six street beggars were arrested in a recent crackdown in Lagos State, alongside 12 suspected miscreants, as part of government efforts to tackle street begging and restore public order.

Mar 11 • 01:20 UTC
🇳🇿 RNZ World
National & Local

Crackdown on illegal diving at Manawanui wreck

The Samoan government is intensifying surveillance around the wreck of the HMNZS Manawanui due to illegal diving and safety concerns following the ship's sinking.

Mar 10 • 20:42 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Crime & Justice

Ex-Syrian colonel appears in UK court on charges of crimes against humanity

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.

Mar 10 • 14:10 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Government Intensifies Crackdown On Illegal Mining

The South African government is strengthening its efforts against illegal mining operations, particularly in Gauteng, with initiatives aimed at disrupting criminal syndicates and enhancing community safety.

Mar 6 • 13:36 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Trump fires homeland security chief and immigration-crackdown enforcer Kristi Noem

Donald Trump has fired Kristi Noem from her position as Secretary of Homeland Security following her controversial Senate hearing about the administration's immigration policy.

Mar 5 • 19:29 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Shooters warn gun crackdown could backfire at Victorian election

Victorian shooting groups caution that proposed stricter firearm laws may negatively impact the Allan government in upcoming elections.

Mar 5 • 18:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Premier League clubs warned of financial hit as gambling sponsorship crackdown nears

Premier League clubs face significant financial impacts due to a forthcoming government crackdown on gambling sponsorships.

Mar 5 • 07:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Distillers protest government's crackdown on sachet alcohol

Distilling employees in Nigeria are set to protest against the government's crackdown on sachet alcoholic beverages, claiming it will jeopardize millions of jobs.

Mar 4 • 02:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

UK to impose 'unprecedented' visa ban in asylum crackdown

The UK government plans to implement a significant visa ban for nationals from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, and Sudan amid concerns that migrants are exploiting legal routes to claim asylum.

Mar 3 • 23:42 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FG begins crackdown on sachet alcohol, bottles under 200ml

The Nigerian government has launched a campaign to enforce a ban on alcoholic beverages packaged in sachets and bottles smaller than 200ml, effective January 1, 2026, to combat underage drinking.

Mar 3 • 12:39 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ondo orders crackdown on kidnapping syndicates

The Ondo State Government in Nigeria has ordered a crackdown on kidnapping syndicates following an increase in incidents linked to local collaborators.

Mar 3 • 12:16 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: 'Public officials who falsely reported illegal valley facilities will be given a chance to report again'

President Yoon has urged officials involved in the crackdown on illegal use of river and valley facilities to take the final opportunity to report accurately or face serious repercussions.

Feb 26 • 01:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Grenfell Tower update as 'painful' police wait triggers demand from MPs

MPs are urging police to accelerate their investigation into the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire as the government announces a new crackdown on dangerous construction materials.

Feb 25 • 17:39 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Senegal: the repression of homosexuality intensifies, about twenty people arrested in a week

The Senegalese government has intensified its crackdown on homosexuality, resulting in the arrest of approximately twenty people, including notable figures from media and culture.

Feb 23 • 03:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Renewed Protests at Iranian University... "Death to Dictator Khamenei" March

Following a crackdown on anti-government protests last month, renewed demonstrations erupted at Iranian universities, with participants chanting against Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Feb 22 • 07:10 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Student protest against the authorities in Iran

Iranian students protested against the government, chanting slogans after a crackdown on mass demonstrations that resulted in many deaths last month.

Feb 22 • 05:23 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Broken Families of Donald Trump

Photographer Carol Guzy highlights the emotional toll of U.S. immigration policies through her lens, capturing the distress of families caught in the government's crackdown.

Feb 21 • 04:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

China expands anti-corruption jurisdiction and strengthens crackdown on 'naked officials'

Chinese authorities are enhancing their anti-corruption measures by increasing oversight on officials with family members residing abroad, known as 'naked officials.'

Feb 19 • 05:08 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

WA's tobacco black market hit with less than $89,000 in fines last year

Western Australia's crackdown on illegal tobacco sales has resulted in under $89,000 in fines for 2025, prompting the government to consider increased penalties and enforcement measures.

Feb 16 • 23:47 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

7 key details in social media crackdown plan - and how it could affect your kids

The UK government is planning a consultation to gather information on how to improve online safety for children, potentially leading to restrictions on social media and addictive apps.

Feb 16 • 12:39 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Action against hospitals violating rules in UP... 178 licenses revoked, FIRs against 281, 533 sealed

The Uttar Pradesh government has revoked licenses of 178 hospitals for rule violations, sealed 533 hospitals, and filed FIRs against 281 others as part of a crackdown on non-compliance in the private healthcare sector.

Feb 16 • 12:18 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Crackdown on illegal tobacco and vape trade announced by WA government

The Western Australia government is set to introduce stringent new laws to combat illegal tobacco and vaping trade, imposing severe penalties including potential jail time and large fines.

Feb 16 • 01:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Government announces sweeping 'crackdown' on social media firms

The UK government is implementing a comprehensive crackdown on social media companies to protect children from illegal content, with a focus on AI-generated material.

Feb 15 • 12:25 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

The protest in Iran was suppressed, but the regime continues to pursue protesters to ensure it does not arise again

Iranian security forces have intensified their crackdown on protesters, forcibly detaining two sisters linked to recent national demonstrations.

Feb 15 • 04:01 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Iran: Tehran Releases Leader of the 'Reform Front' Coalition

Iran has released three prominent reformist figures, including the leader of the 'Reform Front' coalition, amid a government crackdown on dissent.

Feb 13 • 19:21 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
National & Local

‘The Motherland Is Catching Up’: Russians in Kazakhstan Feel Moscow’s Reach in String of Expulsions

Russians in Kazakhstan are facing increasing threats of deportation as the Kazakh government initiates a crackdown on Kremlin critics, raising concerns about their safety if returned to Russia.

Feb 13 • 18:14 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Iran regime accused of killing 19 Christians in anti-regime protests as persecution continues: watchdog

The Iranian regime's crackdown on anti-government demonstrations has reportedly led to the deaths of at least 19 Christians, according to a religious freedom organization.

Feb 13 • 17:41 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Iran crackdown: At least 200 children killed, schools under pressure

The article discusses the Iranian government's violent crackdown that has led to the deaths of at least 200 children, putting immense pressure on schools and educational institutions.

Feb 13 • 12:10 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Iran detains reformist politicians for their criticism of protest repression

Iran has arrested several reformist politicians in response to their criticism of the government's crackdown on protests, intensifying control over moderate factions due to fears of political instability.

Feb 13 • 04:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Arrests Among Reformists as Tehran Adopts the Narrative of 'Attempted Coup'

Iran is witnessing a crackdown on reformist figures amid government claims that recent protests resemble a coup attempt.

Feb 12 • 08:47 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Iran commemorates revolution amid anger over crackdown and tensions with US

Iran observed the anniversary of its revolution amid widespread public discontent over governmental crackdowns and ongoing tensions with the United States.

Feb 11 • 13:33 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

They commit fraud all over the world. Cambodia shuts down 200 online centers during raids

Cambodia has recently closed nearly 200 fraudulent online centers as part of a crackdown on various internet fraud schemes.

Feb 11 • 08:19 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

In Tequila, there is no room for a Delcy Rodríguez

Claudia Sheinbaum's recent actions against corrupt officials in Tequila highlight a significant crackdown on criminal alliances within the local government.

Feb 11 • 07:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Rice Prices Surge 18.3% and Instant Noodles 8.2%...Government Cracks Down on Prices in the Shopping Basket

The South Korean government has launched a joint crackdown on unfair trading behaviors affecting consumer goods as prices continue to rise, particularly in essential categories.

Feb 11 • 02:52 UTC

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