World Cup kicks off in Mexico with Shakira, dancing, and protests
There was a star-studded opening ceremony, and some sporadic clashes between police and protesters around the Azteca stadium.
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Africa: AU Backs Record 10 Teams At 2026 World Cup As Somalia Protests Referee Visa Denial
The African Union on Thursday threw its support behind the 10 African nations competing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while Somalia protested a US decision to deny entry to one of the continent’s most prominent football referees. In a statement marking the start of the competition, AU Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf said the…
Violent anti-immigration protests erupt in Belfast after brutal stabbing attack
Violent anti-immigration protests erupted in parts of Belfast on Tuesday evening with some masked demonstrators setting fire to a bus, cars, trash cans and homes. Far-right figures had called on social media for mass protests after a brutal stabbing attack the previous night in Northern Ireland’s capital. A graphic video of the incident, showing a…
Brutal stabbing attack in Belfast sparks calls for anti-immigration protests in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland police said Tuesday they had detained a man over what British Prime Minister Keir Starmer branded a “sickening” stabbing attack in Belfast. Graphic video of the incident was shared online by figures on the far right of British politics, who have called for mass anti-immigration protests. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI)…
Africa: Govt Protests Ill-Treatment of Nigerians in South Africa
The Federal Government on Monday registered its displeasure over the ill- treatment of Nigerians living in South Africa, insisting Nigerian citizens residing in the country have been unfairly targeted, harassed and subjected to unjust treatment. Answering questions from newsmen at the State House, Abuja, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, stressed that: “Nigeria is…
Bolivia’s legislature passes law allowing use of troops against protesters | Protests News
New law grants president power to use military to clear roadblocks set up amid weeks of anti-government demonstrations. Published On 7 Jun 20267 Jun 2026 Bolivia’s legislature has passed a law granting President Rodrigo Paz the authority to use the military to clear roadblocks set up by antigovernment protesters. The legislation passed in Bolivia’s Chamber…
Jared Kushner-backed luxury resort stokes days of protests in Albania
TIRANA, Albania — Demonstrators rallied against a billion-dollar resort development in Albania linked to Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump for a seventh consecutive day on Saturday. Activists have dubbed it the “Flamingo Revolution,” adopting the pink flamingo as a symbol of the wildlife they say will be destroyed if the project goes ahead. President Trump’s son-in-law…
Explosions heard as mining groups stage antigovernment protest in Bolivia | Protests News
Protesters have demanded the resignation of President Rodrigo Paz, who was elected on a platform of economic reform. Demonstrators, led by mining groups and rural unions, have clashed with law enforcement in Bolivia as tensions simmer over the country’s economic crisis, the worst in decades. On Thursday, small explosions were heard in the midst of…
Africa: Escalating Xenophobia in SA Sparks Diplomatic Protests By African Nations
As the number of xenophobic attacks rises, Mozambique is expected to become the latest African country to complain to Pretoria about the alleged mistreatment of its citizens. Already, Nigeria and Ghana have raised the issue with the South African government. The rising tide of xenophobia is embarrassing South Africa as African countries are formally complaining…
Irish cabinet meeting to be held to discuss ongoing fuel protests
Hundreds of petrol stations in the Republic of Ireland have run out of fuel as the protests and blockades continued for a fifth day.