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This week, significant political developments in Lithuania include proposed amendments allowing 16-year-olds to vote for mayors and council members, alongside notable international conflicts and protests.

The article discusses the current situation in Iran with a focus on unfolding events.

The Leipzig Book Fair 2026 showcases a vibrant atmosphere with a long queue of young attendees, book prizes for stories of escape, and protests against government authority.

Madagascar's military president has mandated that all new ministers must undergo lie detector tests to identify and eliminate corruption within his administration.

A summary of key news items from Munich including social trends among youth, political issues in the mayoral race, and protests against a deportation terminal at the airport.

Young German students are protesting against the prospect of reintroducing military conscription to the Bundeswehr, emphasizing their desire for peace instead of becoming soldiers.

Danish singer eee gee captivated the audience at DR Concert Hall, while political protests occurred outside with youth politicians voicing their opinions.

Balendra Shah, a former rapper and newly elected mayor of Kathmandu, is poised to become a significant political leader in Nepal following protests led by Generation Z against governmental corruption.

Balendra Shah, a rapper and mayor in Kathmandu, is poised to become Nepal's youngest leader, having recently supported youth protests against the government.

Former rapper Balendra Shah's party, the RSP, secures a majority in Nepal's parliamentary elections.

Madagascar's youth expresses cautious optimism following the junta leader's dissolution of the cabinet amid ongoing demands for change.

The Gen Z movement in Madagascar has gained momentum as young activists mobilize through social media, leading to a dramatic shift in the political landscape after protests against the regime resulted in significant loss of life and the president fleeing the country.

People are protesting against lower pay for overtime and holiday work in Latvia.

Youth across Germany are protesting against the country's conscription model which has shifted to a voluntary basis since 2011, amid concerns over military staffing.

Balendra Shah, a former rapper, is poised to become Nepal's next prime minister following a significant electoral victory by his Rastriya Swatantra Party.

Former rapper Balendra "Balen" Shah is poised to become Nepal's new Prime Minister after his party leads the vote count in the recent parliamentary elections.

Balendra Shah's Rastriya Swatantra Party appears poised for a significant victory in Nepal's parliamentary elections following a backdrop of anti-corruption protests.

Balendra Shah's Rastriya Swatantra Party is poised for a significant victory in Nepal's parliamentary elections following protests against corruption and economic struggles.

Many young Iranians are creatively communicating amid nationwide internet outages, relying on personal networks to share information.

Hundreds of students gathered in Munich to protest a potential conscription law in Germany, highlighting their opposition through placards and by participating in a nationwide school strike.

Thousands of predominantly young individuals protested across Germany against a new military service law that allows for mandatory conscription under certain conditions.

Thousands of students protested in various German cities against the new military service law, demonstrating under the slogan 'School Strike Against Conscription.'

The youth organization 'Protests' is staging a demonstration at the Saeima to demand the Latvian government ensure accessible, state-funded healthcare.

Nepal is holding a general election amidst significant youth-led protests that have challenged the established political order, with nearly 19 million voters heading to the polls.

A former rapper, Balendra Shah, is emerging as a political contender in Nepal, sparking significant change amidst a backdrop of corruption protests.

Demonstrators clashed with police in Nørrebro, Copenhagen, as protests marked the anniversary of the removal of a youth house.

Matteo Salvini expresses support for Iranian youth challenging the regime amid reports of severe repression by the Ayatollahs.

Protests erupted in Gangoh's Sangatherda village after a young woman went missing with a man from another community, leading to police deployment after tensions rose following a viral video.

Police and additional security have been deployed outside the Youth Congress office amidst ongoing protests and sit-ins.

Devendra Yadav emphasized that peaceful protests are a fundamental right in democracy but expressed concern over the detention of Indian Youth Congress's national president and children for four days by the police.

Senior leaders of the Delhi Congress have met with the Lieutenant Governor to discuss police actions taken against Youth Congress activists and presidents.

Congress leader Pawan Khera criticized the BJP for arresting leaders from the Youth Congress during peaceful protests, calling it shameful and a sign of dictatorship.

Shah Nawaz Hussain commented on the recent protests held by the Youth Congress in India.

Uday Bhanu, the president of the Youth Congress, has been arrested following protests by Congress workers during the AI summit at Bharat Mandapam.

Uday Bhanu, the President of the Youth Congress, has been arrested by Delhi police following protests related to the AI Summit.

Delhi Police have arrested Uday Bhanu Chib, the National President of the Indian Youth Congress, calling him the mastermind behind a 'shirtless' protest during the India AI Impact Summit.

Prime Minister Modi criticized the Youth Congress's recent protests during a public address, highlighting issues he sees with their approach.

Delhi police intensified their actions in relation to the Youth Congress protest during the AI summit, conducting raids in Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh.

A youth organization in Latvia is organizing a protest demanding immediate action from the government to ensure accessible, state-funded healthcare.

Four Youth Congress workers were arrested during the AI Impact Summit in Delhi for allegedly protesting and causing a security breach.

During the India AI Impact Summit, Youth Congress activists breached security and protested against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, escalating political tensions in India.

Nepal's interim Prime Minister Susheela Karki warns of potential unrest if the government fails to address the grievances of youth before upcoming elections.

Ousted former Prime Minister of Nepal, Khadga Prasad Sharma Oli, is aiming for a political comeback in the upcoming March elections following his removal amid youth protests in 2025.

Protests by students and parents erupted in Israel against a school principal following a controversial proposal regarding a discussion on settler violence.

Students across Venezuela protested on Youth Day, marking a significant movement against the government with hundreds participating in various cities.

The Lithuanian Police Department concluded that officers did not violate any rules when they removed youths with placards from a meeting with MP Remigijus Žemaitaitis.

Students marched in the streets of Venezuela on Youth Day, demanding respect for their rights and the representation of their desires amidst ongoing political unrest.

Serbian youth have been protesting for a year against state corruption without support from the EU.

Students at Cheikh Anta Diop University in Dakar are protesting against delayed scholarship payments following the death of a fellow student during clashes with police.

A young man from Iran made a heartbreaking video appealing to Donald Trump to avoid any negotiations with the Islamic government, stating that many lives have already been lost, and further agreements would lead to betrayal.