Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi forcefully rebutted First Amendment criticisms following the arrests of ex-CNN anchor Don Lemon and several activists at a St. Paul church, framing the incident as a dangerous disruption that terrorized worshippers and vowing full prosecution.
Thousands demonstrated in Milan against the planned deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents for the 2026 Winter Games, citing human rights concerns and viewing their presence as a symbol of democratic erosion in the United States.
Usama Ghanem, an Egyptian student at King's College London, faces imminent deportation after disciplinary action linked to his pro-Palestinian activism. He claims the university's response mirrors the political persecution he fled in Egypt, raising urgent questions about academic freedom and the treatment of international dissent.
The U.S. Department of Justice has initiated a civil rights investigation into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal immigration officers in Minneapolis, a senior official confirmed Friday. The probe could lead to criminal charges, though legal hurdles remain high.
The Department of Homeland Security has significantly softened its initial characterization of the events leading to the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by border agents, now describing the scene as involving 'several civilians' rather than a riot, raising questions about the justification for the use of deadly force.
As Thailand heads to the polls, the country reflects on a turbulent 20-year cycle defined by military interventions, mass protests, and judicial rulings that have repeatedly reshaped its leadership and deepened societal divides.
A Friday walkout by Providence students protesting federal immigration enforcement has sparked debate after revelations that the event was promoted by a donor-funded adult-led nonprofit, which paid over $76,000 to its leaders.
Weekend protests in Turin descended into severe violence, with anarchist and far-left groups clashing with police, resulting in over 100 officer injuries. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni condemned the "attempted murder" and promised a firm state response.
The Hong Kong Federation of Students, a pivotal force in the city's social movements for decades, has voted to dissolve, citing an untenable operating environment and severe pressures on its members.
Fueled by a wave of anti-corruption protests, a new generation of candidates is challenging Nepal's political establishment. Young contenders like 25-year-old Kishori Karki are campaigning on promises of change, transparency, and a break from the past as the nation heads to the polls.
A 19-year-old faces serious charges for alleged online threats as Israel's President Isaac Herzog prepares for a divisive five-day visit to Australia, sparking nationwide protests and legal complaints over Gaza war allegations.
The Trump administration's rapid expansion of immigration detention capacity is facing unexpected opposition from local communities, including in areas that voted overwhelmingly for the president. Plans to convert industrial sites into holding facilities have stalled amid protests and political backlash.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has called for the arrest of students involved in violent protests and warned of funding cuts for schools permitting disruptive walkouts, following a large-scale anti-ICE demonstration in Kyle that led to two arrests.
Imprisoned Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi has begun a hunger strike to protest her detention conditions and the treatment of political prisoners in Iran, her family's foundation has exclusively told CNN.
The Trump administration is pulling 700 federal immigration officers out of Minnesota following weeks of contentious enforcement actions and the fatal shootings of two protesters. Officials cite improved coordination with local jails, but a significant federal contingent remains.
Following a brutal suppression of nationwide protests, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei faces escalating tensions with the United States. As a U.S. naval presence looms, Tehran signals a shift by entering nuclear talks, even as its domestic grip tightens.
A British jury has cleared six activists of aggravated burglary charges stemming from a 2024 raid on an Israeli defense contractor's facility. The verdict, following a high-profile trial, leaves several other charges unresolved and spotlights the legal and political tensions surrounding protests against arms sales to Israel.
Diplomats from Washington and Tehran are set to meet in Muscat this week for their first direct dialogue since Iran's protest crackdown, with the shadow of potential U.S. military action looming over the negotiations.
Iranian media reports confirm high-stakes talks between the U.S. and Iran are scheduled for Friday in Oman, a familiar neutral ground, as regional hostilities escalate and international scrutiny intensifies over Tehran's harsh response to recent protests.
As internet restrictions ease, harrowing testimonies emerge from Iran detailing a coordinated, lethal state response to recent protests, with survivors describing indiscriminate live fire, overwhelmed hospitals, and a grim toll on civilians.
