Tag #Civil Disobedience

Showing 1 to 12 of 82 results

nrc.nl
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
News related image

Failure of Europe's Climate Movement and the Prosecution of Activists

The European climate movement is facing setbacks, with several prominent activist groups disbanding amidst increased legal pressure and public backlash against disruptive tactics; a former activist highlights the need for a more constructive and inclusive approach.

Progress

44% Bias Score

Climate Action
lefigaro.fr
🌐 75% Global Worthiness
News related image

France: "Bloquons Tout" Protests Result in Minor Damage Despite Widespread Participation

Approximately 200,000 people participated in the nationwide "Bloquons Tout" protests in France on Wednesday, resulting in minor damage despite concerns about widespread disruption.

Progress

36% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
smh.com.au
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
News related image

Melbourne and Sydney Protests Risk Emergency Service Disruptions

Pro-Palestine protests planned for Melbourne's King Street Bridge and Sydney Harbour Bridge on Sunday risk disrupting emergency services, prompting police warnings and potential legal action in Sydney.

Progress

48% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
theguardian.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
News related image

US Protests Demand Bolder Democratic Opposition to Trump

Protests across the US, inspired by John Lewis's legacy, demanded stronger Democratic opposition to the Trump administration, citing concerns over agency budget cuts, insufficient resistance to Trump's policies, and calls for more aggressive tactics.

Progress

44% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
dw.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
News related image

Civil Disobedience Paralyzes Serbian Cities Amidst Growing Political Unrest

Student-led protests in Serbia against corruption have escalated into mass civil disobedience, with road blockades and arrests, following a large demonstration demanding early elections. The tactic of briefly disrupting traffic is proving particularly challenging to authorities.

Progress

48% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
dw.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
News related image

Belgrade Protests: Clashes Erupt as Anti-Vucic Demonstrations Intensify

In Belgrade, Serbia, police clashed with anti-government protesters demanding early elections and the resignation of President Aleksandar Vucic on Saturday, resulting in dozens of arrests and injuries; the protests, ongoing for months following a deadly rail collapse, highlight deep political divisi...

Progress

52% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
cbsnews.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
News related image

NYC Officials Arrested During ICE Protest

On Thursday, 71 people, including New York City and state officials, were arrested at a protest outside an ICE holding facility in Manhattan following a bomb threat; officials say they were conducting oversight.

Progress

44% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
zeit.de
🌐 75% Global Worthiness
News related image

Climate Activists Protest Gas Drilling in Reichling, Bavaria

On September 4th, approximately ten climate activists from the group "Ende Gelände" scaled a gas drilling tower in Reichling, Bavaria, protesting new gas exploration and criticizing Bavarian Minister of Economic Affairs Hubert Aiwanger.

Progress

36% Bias Score

Climate Action
bbc.com
🌐 75% Global Worthiness
News related image

Forth Road Bridge Closed After Greenpeace Protest

Greenpeace activists closed the Forth Road Bridge on Friday with a protest against an Ineos gas tanker, accusing the company of obstructing a UN plastics treaty; police are engaging with protesters.

Progress

40% Bias Score

Climate Action
nrc.nl
🌐 75% Global Worthiness
News related image

Student Fined for In-Flight Protest Against Deportation

A 24-year-old student, Fenna, was fined €480 (half suspended) for protesting the deportation of two Kurdish asylum seekers on a Croatia Airlines flight from Amsterdam to Zagreb in August 2024, causing the plane to return to the gate due to her refusal to follow crew instructions.

Progress

44% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
dw.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
News related image

Serbia Protests: Civil Disobedience Challenges Government

Student-led protests in Serbia against corruption have escalated into widespread civil disobedience, involving road blockades and mass arrests, following a June 28th clash with police; over 100,000 people demonstrated on June 24th demanding early elections.

Progress

44% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
theguardian.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
News related image

Record Turnout at Budapest Pride Defies Government Ban

Tens of thousands defied a Hungarian government ban to participate in Budapest Pride's 30th anniversary, with an estimated 180,000-200,000 attendees protesting the government's crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights and broader democratic freedoms.

Progress

56% Bias Score

Gender Equality

Showing 1 to 12 of 82 results