Iranian Student Arrested after Removing Clothes at University | BBC News

Nov 3, 2024 | A female Iranian student has been detained by security guards after she stripped to her underwear in public at a university in Tehran.

A spokesman for the Islamic Azad University said she'd been found to have a "mental disorder". But many social media users in Iran have said her actions were more likely a protest against the country's strict dress code.

Under Iranian law women and girls above the age of puberty must cover their hair with a hijab and wear long, loose-fitting clothing to disguise their figures.

What has happened to the student since being detained is unknown.

‘Prison or Bullet’: New Argentina Government Promises Harsh Response to Protest

THE GUARDIAN: President Javier Milei and his allies are preparing new security guidelines in anticipation of protests against currency devaluation

Human rights activists in Argentina have expressed consternation over new security guidelines to crack down on an anticipated wave of protests after the incoming government of libertarian president Javier Milei devalued the country’s currency by more than 50%.

Protesting individuals and organizations will be identified with “video, digital or manual means” – and then billed for the cost of sending security forces to police their demonstrations, said Milei’s security minister, Patricia Bullrich, as she announced the new protocol on Thursday.

“The state is not going to pay for the use of the security forces; organizations that have legal status will have to pay or individuals will have to bear the cost,” Bullrich said. » | Uki Goñi in Buenos Aires | Sunday, December 17, 2023

Thousands Gather in London for Protests and Vigils as the Israel-Hamas War Enters Third Day

Oct 10, 2023 | Thousands of people gathered across London on Monday to participate in vigils held for Israel in Westminster and pro-Palestine solidarity protests near Israel's embassy in west London. The gatherings took place as the war in Gaza passed its third day, with a heavy toll for civilians on both sides. At least 704 Palestinians have died in Gaza and more than 900 Israelis

Double Down News: Sadists Now Control the Government

Nov 16, 2022 | THIS is How Democracy ENDS

Iranian Actress Taraneh Alidoosti Poses without Headscarf - BBC News

Nov 10, 2022 | One of Iran’s most successful actresses, Taraneh Alidoosti, has posted a picture of herself on Instagram without a headscarf, in a sign of solidarity with anti-government demonstrations. Ms Alidoosti, who has 8 million Instagram followers and is best known for her role in the Oscar-winning film The Salesman, is also holding a sign in the picture that reads "woman, life, freedom" in Kurdish. The slogan has been used by protesters demonstrating against the Iranian regime, following the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini who died after being detained by Iran’s morality police.

Revolution in Iran Gaining Momentum, Says Activist and Journalist Masih Alinejad

Nov 5, 2022 | The revolution in Iran is "gaining momentum", Iranian activist and journalist Masih Alinejad has told LBC. This video is from a LBC show presented by Shelagh Fogarty on November 4th 2022.

Intense Clashes in Iranian City of Zahedan – BBC News

Oct 29, 2022 | Intense clashes have taken place in the Iranian city of Zahedan, as anti-government unrest grips the country. Social media footage showed security forces firing into crowds, four weeks after dozens were killed in protests there over allegations a teenage girl was raped by a senior policeman.

State media said one person was killed and 14 injured in Friday's violence. Iran has also been rocked by wider protests sparked by the death of a young Kurdish woman in police custody.

Iran Protests: 'I Never Dared Dream That This Would Happen in My Lifetime'

Oct 29, 2022 | British-Iranian comedian Shaparak Khorsandi says that "this is the generation for change" in Iran, and that she never dreamed of seeing such protests within her own lifetime. Formerly known as Shappy, Khorsandi's family escaped Iran after the revolution in 1979 before claiming asylum in the United Kingdom. …

Iran's Protests and Activism Four Weeks on from Mahsa Amini's Death - BBC News

Topple the reactionary bastards! Throw the concept of a ‘mullocracy’ into the dustbin of history, where it belongs; and put the mullahs out to graze! – © Mark Alexander

Abortion Rights Protests Part 1

Jun 24, 2022
Watch the protests on YouTube here.
Americans are suckers for myths, fairy stories and conspiracy theories. It seems pretty clear to me that they are falling inexorably into darkness and ignorance. Its decline from here on in is likely to be rapid; so it won't be long now before the centre of gravity will shift to the Orient. Fundamentalists of any stripe are ignorant people. There are plenty of fundamentalists in the US. Alas, Americans have seen their better days. – © Mark Alexander

Will Macron Bow to the Demands of 'Yellow Vest' Protesters? l Inside Story

French fuel tax protesters again vent their anger against President Emmanuel Macron.

Emmanuel Macron was elected last year on presidential pledges to create more jobs and improve lives. But for many French people, his economic reforms are a disaster. Critics accuse him of being a president for the rich - while hurting the poor.

One of his reforms is causing particular outrage - fuel tax. So-called 'Yellow Vest' protesters in Paris blocked roads for a second successive Saturday to tell Macron they've had enough. And his environmentally-friendly tax on diesel aimed at cutting pollution has to go - and so does he.

So, will he change his controversial policies?

Presenter: Adrian Finighan | Guests: Anne Giudicelli - Founder of Terrorisc Consultancy; Jacques Reland - Senior Research Fellow, Global Policy Institute London; Renaud Girard - Chief Foreign Correspondent, Le Figaro daily newspaper

Trump's UK Visit Expected to Be Met with Large Protests

"He can come but I'm not interested in what he has to say" RT's Anastasia Churkina talks to Londoners as Donald J. Trump's UK visit is expected to be met with large protests.

Is Iran Unrest Anti-establishment? | Inside Story

The situation in Iran has only got worse since protests began almost a week ago. Mostly peaceful demonstrations turned violent. At least 22 people have been killed, and hundreds arrested. Protests about rising prices and financial struggles now appear to be anti-establishment. But it's unclear who is behind them. All we know is it isn't the reformists who traditionally lead demonstrations in Iran.

The international community has been quick to condemn the violence, and the US wants the United Nations to act. How will Iran deal with growing public anger?

Presenter: Hashem Ahelbarra | Guests: Mahjoob Zweiri, Associate professor at Qatar University; Seyed Mostafa Khoshcheshm, specialist on Iranian domestic affairs; Trita Parsi, President of the National Iranian American Council

France Presidential Election: Clashes Break Out between Protesters and Police

Germany: 'Turkey Must Pay' for Death of Su-24 Pilot, Say Protesters in Berlin

Protesters rallied in front of the Turkish embassy in Berlin, Friday, over the downing of Russian Su-24 warplane by NATO member Turkey, claiming that the country should be responsible for the death of the Russian pilot.

‪Turkish Police Use Pepper Spray to Disperse Protesters in Ankara‬

Minor clashes broke out with police using pepper spray to push back protesters that gathered outside the Cumhuriyet newspaper offices in Ankara, to show solidarity with two of the daily's journalists who have been jailed on terror and espionage charges for publishing reports that accuse the government of arms smuggling into Syria.

Turks Rally Against Syria Intervention

Turkish government supports American-led missile strike against Syria, but the public does not agree.

Turkey Protesters Celebrate after Police Leave Istanbul Square
Thousands of protesters celebrated early on Sunday after police withdrew from Istanbul's Taksim Square, the focal point of nationwide protests against Turkey's Islamist-rooted government.

Read the article here | AFP | Sunday, June 02, 2013

Thousands Join Egypt Rally Called by Muslim Brotherhood
BBC: Thousands of people are gathering in Cairo's Tahrir Square to protest against a decision by the ruling military council to assume new powers.

The protests have been called by the Muslim Brotherhood, as it claims its candidate Mohammed Mursi won last weekend's presidential election.

His rival, former PM Ahmed Shafiq, also says he has won.

As Egyptians voted, the generals dissolved parliament and claimed all legislative power for themselves.

Correspondents say the Supreme Council of the Armed Forces (Scaf) appears to be working on the assumption that Mr Mursi will win, and making moves designed to reduce or constrain the power of the president and entrench its own.

Activists have described the moves as a "military coup". » | Tuesday, June 19, 2012

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Occupy Protesters Clash with Police in Denver and Portland

THE GUARDIAN: Twenty people detained in Denver and 30 in Portland as snowstorms result in quieter weekends for New York demonstrators

Violent clashes between Occupy protesters and police broke out in Denver, Colorado, and Portland, Oregon, over the weekend.

Police arrested 20 people and fired pepper spray and pepper balls as they moved to tear down tents set up by Occupy Denver demonstrators on Saturday. Amid angry scenes, two protesters were held on felony charges after police said an officer was knocked off his motorcycle and other officers were kicked.

Patricia Hughes, 38, a nurse who was at the Denver demonstration described the police behaviour as "brutal and outlandish."

She said that police were putting on their riot gear before the demonstration began and that more than 100 officers charged into the crowd after one officer fell while dismantling a tent.

"It's an extraordinary decision that the police in Denver think rubber bullets are an acceptable response to a peaceful protest," she said. » | Dominic Rushe in New York | Sunday, October 30, 2011