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Iran Goes Dark as Protests Surge, Rights Groups Warn of Crackdown Behind Internet Shutdown

Connectivity in Iran plunged Jan. 8 amid nationwide protests. Rights groups say a deliberate blackout is obscuring killings, arrests and a widening crackdown.

#iran, #protests, #internetshutdown, #humanrights, #irgc

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Bulgaria’s GERB refuses mandate to form government, raising prospect of another snap election

Bulgaria’s biggest party returned its mandate without a cabinet, pushing the new eurozone member toward yet another snap election amid protests.

#bulgaria, #eurozone, #snap-election, #coalition, #protests

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Cooper Union settles antisemitism lawsuit, agrees to new Title VI office and protest mask ban

Cooper Union will revamp bias policies, recognize Zionism as protected identity and restrict masks at protests under a settlement with 10 Jewish students.

#campus, #civilrights, #antisemitism, #titlevi, #protests

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Death of Young Hairdresser and Trump Warning Raise Stakes in Iran’s Price Protests

Saghar Etemadi’s killing amid Iran’s economic protests and Trump’s “locked and loaded” warning intensify tensions between Tehran and Washington.

#iran, #protests, #trump, #humanrights, #economy

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Bulgarian Prime Minister Resigns Amid Protests Against Austerity and Corruption

Bulgarian PM Rosen Zhelyazkov steps down amid protests against austerity and corruption before Bulgaria's eurozone entry on Jan 1, 2026.

#bulgaria, #protests, #austerity, #corruption

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Assassination of Uruapan Mayor Sparks Nationwide Protests in Mexico

Mayor Carlos Manzo's assassination ignites protests in Mexico, highlighting frustrations with violence and government inaction.

#mexico, #violence, #organizedcrime, #protests, #politics

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Italy Paralyzed by General Strike in Support of Gaza Amid Israeli Flotilla Interception

A nationwide strike in Italy disrupts services as citizens protest in solidarity with Gaza, following an Israeli naval interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla.

#italy, #palestine, #strike, #protests, #israel

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Controversial Elections in Tanzania Amid International Scrutiny

Tanzania's 2025 elections see President Hassan re-elected amid protests and opposition exclusions, raising global democratic concerns.

#tanzania, #election, #democracy, #protests

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Tanzania's 2025 Elections Spark Nationwide Protests Amid Allegations of Misconduct

Tanzania faces unrest over election misconduct claims, disqualification of opposition. International condemnation grows.

#tanzania, #elections, #protests, #democracy, #humanrights

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Controversy Mars Tanzania's Presidential Elections Amid Allegations of Electoral Fraud

Tanzania's elections face turmoil due to opposition disqualification and alleged electoral fraud, sparking protests and international concern.

#tanzania, #elections, #opposition, #protests, #democracy

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Widespread Protests Erupt in Italy Over Interception of Gaza Flotilla

Italy sees massive protests after Israeli interception of humanitarian flotilla to Gaza. Strikes disrupt public services nationwide.

#italy, #protests, #gazaflotilla, #israel, #laborunions

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Tanzania's 2025 Elections: A Nation at a Crossroads Amid Unrest and International Scrutiny

Tanzania's 2025 elections marred by unrest and international criticism over exclusion of opposition and violent crackdowns.

#tanzania, #elections, #opposition, #protests, #democracy

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Tanzanian Elections Marred by Disqualification of Opposition Parties and Protests

Tanzanians vote amid opposition disqualifications and protests, raising concerns about democracy.

#tanzania, #election, #protests, #democracy, #africa

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Millions Gather Nationwide in "No Kings" Protests Against Perceived Authoritarianism

Seven million Americans protest nationwide against President Trump's perceived authoritarianism in "No Kings" demonstrations.

#nokings, #protests, #donaldtrump, #authoritarianism, #democracy

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Millions Join 'No Kings' Protests Nationwide Against Trump's Authoritarian Tactics

Over 7 million Americans protest perceived authoritarian moves by Trump in nationwide 'No Kings' demonstrations.

#nokings, #protests, #trump, #authoritarianism