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Park Young-jae, the Chief of the Court Administration Office, has resigned in protest against the enforcement of the 'Three Judicial Laws' pushed by the ruling Democratic Party.

Activists in New South Wales are challenging new protest laws in court, claiming they infringe on constitutional rights following their enactment after a terrorist attack.

Nahuel Gallo, an Argentine gendarme detained in Venezuela, has joined over 200 political prisoners in a hunger strike to protest against the lack of amnesty laws that benefit many inmates in their prison.

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.

The Argentine Congress is advancing President Milei's proposal to overhaul labor laws, which has led to strikes from unions opposing the changes.

Protestors at Oulu University Hospital demanded equal disability services across Finland as various organizations criticized the inconsistent application of disability laws that leads to inequality by region.

The WA government plans to introduce new legislation addressing hate speech and protest regulations to enhance social cohesion amid recent incidents.

Debate ensues in Australia over new protest laws and their impact on democratic rights.

A woman staged a protest outside her in-laws' house in Jhansi, alleging her husband is having an affair and wants to remarry while being locked out by her mother-in-law.

On February 12, a coalition of farmer organizations and trade unions is calling for a nationwide shutdown in India to protest against several economic policies and labor laws enacted by the central government.

NSW Premier Chris Minns defends police actions during a protest against Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit, while facing criticism for potential anti-protest laws.

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has arrived in Sydney for an official visit to join the Jewish community mourning following a recent terror attack.

New York City Mayor Jahad Mamdani has faced controversy over a social media post regarding World Hijab Day that described the hijab as a symbol of faith, identity, and pride for Muslim women, criticized for being insensitive in light of protests against mandatory hijab laws in Iran.

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.

Taxi drivers across Italy held a strike protesting against unfair competition from Uber, demanding clearer regulations for digital platforms and the enforcement of existing laws.

Recent reports from Human Rights Watch and Justice indicate that legislative changes in England and Wales are infringing on the right to protest and call for the repeal of these laws and any new proposals.

A coalition including the Blak Caucus and others has initiated a constitutional challenge against New South Wales laws that limit protest activities for three months following terrorist attacks.

Three individuals were arrested during a protest in Sydney against US military intervention in Venezuela, where approximately 300 demonstrators defied state laws prohibiting public gatherings.

Paul Silva, the nephew of David Dungay Jr., who died in custody, is organizing a rally to advocate for the right to protest against deaths in custody in New South Wales as the anniversary of his uncle’s death approaches.