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US and UK Sanction Georgian Officials for Crackdown on Pro-EU Protests

The US and UK imposed sanctions on several Georgian officials, including Interior Minister Vakhtang Gomelauri, for the violent suppression of pro-EU protests in Georgia that followed the government's decision to halt EU accession talks in late November 2024.

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EU Suspends Visa-Free Travel for Georgian Diplomats Amid Crackdown on Protests

The European Commission proposed suspending visa-free travel for Georgian diplomats and officials in response to the violent crackdown on protestors, lasting 22 days, demonstrating against the government's pro-Russia stance and the unexpected halt of EU accession talks until 2028, defying the Europe...

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Raisi Vetoes Strict Iranian Headscarf Law Amidst Political and Social Tensions

Iranian President Raisi vetoed a strict new headscarf law, prompting a power struggle between hardliners and moderates amidst societal shifts and women's rights protests following widespread dress code defiance after the 2022 protests.

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Berlin Universities Protest 250 Million Euro Budget Cut

Berlin's universities, unions, and research organizations are protesting a 250 million Euro budget cut by the Senate, planned for 2025, with a demonstration today near the Berlin House of Representatives, where the supplementary budget will be decided. The demonstration, which includes approximately...

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Georgia's Presidential Crisis: Protests, Power Struggle, and Uncertain Future

Georgia faces a political crisis fueled by disputed elections and the non-popular election of a new president, leading to mass protests spearheaded by the current president who refuses to cede power, amidst concerns of potential Russian interference and three possible outcomes including a prolonged ...

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Iran Suspends Stricter Hijab Law Amidst Protest Concerns

Iran's parliament has temporarily suspended a stricter hijab law after concerns about potential protests, although the regime continues to persecute women who do not wear the hijab.

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HTS's Rise in Syria Sparks Protests over Women's Rights and Minority Concerns

Following the fall of the Syrian regime, the rise of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) has sparked protests in Damascus, with hundreds demanding democracy and secularism, expressing concern over HTS's policies toward women and minorities, despite HTS's leader denying Syria will become like Afghanistan.

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Georgia to Revise "Foreign Agent" Law Following International Sanctions

In response to international pressure and sanctions, Georgia's government will revise its controversial "foreign agent" law with the help of an international task force; the US and UK have already sanctioned Georgian officials for their role in the violent suppression of protests.

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Georgia's Suspended EU Talks Spark Violent Protests

Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Garibashvili's decision to suspend EU accession talks has sparked widespread protests in Tbilisi, escalating into violent clashes with police, revealing deep divisions within the country between pro-European and pro-Russian factions rooted in Georgia's history of confl...

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New Zealand Fast-Tracks Projects, Sparking Environmental Protests

New Zealand's controversial Fast-Track Approvals legislation, passed despite widespread opposition, streamlines consenting for 149 projects—including 11 mining projects and 44 housing developments—potentially bypassing environmental protections and raising concerns about conflicts of interest.

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Syria's Fall Shakes Iran's Regime

The collapse of the Syrian regime under Bashar al-Assad has shaken Iran's leadership, sparking concerns about a domino effect due to Iran's economic crisis, loss of regional allies, and internal dissent fueled by the regime's inability to meet basic citizen needs.

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Raisi Vetoes Strict Iranian Headscarf Law

Iranian President Raisi vetoed a parliament-passed law imposing harsh penalties for women not wearing headscarves, citing potential social consequences and referring it to the Supreme National Security Council for review, amidst ongoing power struggles between hardliners and moderates.

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