Nigerian law enforcement has begun training the newly established SWAT unit. On the streets, protests against police brutality continue — … More
Tag: Anti-Government
Thailand protests: Why are people taking to the streets?
Massive student-led anti-government protests have rocked Bangkok over the past few days. DW spoke to several demonstrators about why they … More
Thai police probe 4 broadcasters, restrict Telegram messaging app
The order blocks access to the online sites of outlets deemed to be sympathetic towards Thailand’s pro-democracy protesters. The PM … More
Thai protesters inspired by Hong Kong tactics in fight against the government
HONG KONG — This past weekend, Lalisa could not look away from her smartphone. Clicking between Twitter, Instagram and secure … More
Thailand’s King Wears Out his Welcome
Vajiralongkorn’s unpopularity presents a dilemma for the army The tens of thousands of pro-democracy protesters taking to the streets in … More
Thai protesters gather in Bangkok for 5th day in defiance of ban
The movement, which is calling for the prime minister’s resignation, a more democratic constitution and a reformed monarchy, began in … More
Hundreds march in Lebanon to mark year of anti-gov’t protests
Protesters mark the first anniversary of a non-sectarian protest movement that has rocked the political elite. Hundreds marched in Lebanon’s … More
Thai protesters rally for 4th day in Bangkok despite ban on large gatherings
BANGKOK: Thousands of protesters gathered at several locations in Bangkok on Saturday (Oct 17) to call for an end to … More
Thai prime minister rejects calls to resign, braces for renewed protest
Thai police used water cannon and pushed forward with riot shields and batons on Friday (Oct 16) to try to … More
Demonstrators gather again in Bangkok, defying crackdown
Protesters have taken to the streets again in the Thai capital Bangkok, defying a ban on gatherings and sweep of … More
Anti-government protesters regroup in downtown Bangkok after police dispersal operation
BANGKOK: Anti-government protesters regrouped in Bangkok’s business district of Ratchaprasong on Thursday afternoon (Oct 15), after their previous demonstration outside … More
Thai protesters demanding reforms take to Bangkok streets, march to Government House
BANGKOK: Anti-government protesters held a major demonstration at the Democracy Monument in Bangkok on Wednesday (Oct 14) to call for … More
Egyptian security forces target rare anti-government protests
Amnesty International says two killed in unrest over law demanding residents pay fines to legalise homes Rights groups say two … More
Thai protesters’ plaque removed from near palace: police
BANGKOK (Reuters) – A plaque placed by Thai pro-democracy protesters near the Grand Palace in Bangkok that declared that Thailand … More
Thai protesters defy monarchy
Openly challenging the monarchy of Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn, thousands of protesters marched in Bangkok on Sunday to present demands … More
Majority agree with students’ 3-finger salutes, white ribbons: Poll
A majority of people agree with students throughout the country giving three-finger salutes and wearing white ribbons, saying that they … More
What’s behind Thailand’s protests and what comes next?
A pro-democracy movement led by student groups is gathering steam across Thailand, with some activists even calling for reform of … More
Anti-government protesters flock to Democracy Monument
At least 5,000 protesters rallied at the Democracy Monument in Bangkok on Sunday in what appeared to be the largest … More
Senator: Thammasat rally hurt feelings of millions of people
Anti-government demonstrators gather at the Rangsit campus of Thammasat University in Pathum Thani province on Monday. (Photo: Apichit Jinakul) Comments … More
