Tensions between China and the Philippines escalated after the Philippine Coast Guard accused its Chinese counterpart of firing a water cannon at government vessels near Scarborough Shoal for the second day, risking collision. China claims its actions were lawful amid ongoing disputes in the South China Sea.
The China Coast Guard used water cannons and dangerous maneuvers against multiple Philippine vessels near Huangyan Island (Scarborough Shoal) on July 24, leading to a standoff between 10 Philippine and 15 Chinese ships.
Abderrahim Fakir, 42, died in Bologna, Italy, under police restraint, sparking protests and an investigation. A video shows Fakir calling for help as officers sat on him. Opposition parties and human rights groups demand answers, while government officials defend the police, drawing comparisons to George Floyd's death.
Albanian police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse protests against a planned resort linked to Jared Kushner, resulting in 18 detentions and 12 officer injuries. The "Flamingo Revolution" protests, initially focused on environmental damage to a flamingo habitat, have broadened into anti-government demonstrations.
French riot police, deployed under a UK-France deal, are authorised to use water cannon, CS gas, and batons against asylum seekers in northern France. The £660m deal aims to prevent small boat launches, but refugee charities condemn the potential use of water cannon as "sickening" and inhumane.
French riot police deployed in northern France under a £660m UK deal are authorised to use water cannon, CS gas, and batons against asylum seekers. Refugee charities have condemned the move as "sickening" and "inhumane".
Political analyst Sylwia Monika Gorska states ASEAN is unlikely to form a united front on South China Sea disputes due to its principles of consensus, sovereignty, and non-interference. She noted the Asean Maritime Leaders’ Declaration offers Manila an alternative path.
Disorder in Belfast decreased Wednesday night compared to Tuesday, when riots targeted ethnic minorities. Hilary Benn described the violence as "racist thuggery," noting that rioters on Wednesday attempted to reach a hotel housing asylum seekers. Police used water cannon and plastic bullets.
Belfast experienced a second night of violent clashes as masked rioters attacked police with stones and bricks, escalating anti-immigration tensions following a stabbing incident. Authorities deployed additional officers and water cannon to contain the unrest.
Disorder decreased in Belfast on Wednesday night compared to Tuesday, when rioters targeted ethnic minorities. Hilary Benn described the violence as "racist thuggery" and noted that many rioters on Wednesday sought to reach a hotel housing asylum seekers. Police used water cannon and baton rounds.
Protesters in Northern Ireland hurled bricks and set fires at police for a second night following a brutal stabbing. A 30-year-old Sudanese man faces attempted murder charges. The violence, fueled by anti-immigrant sentiment, has drawn condemnation from officials.
Protesters in Northern Ireland clashed with police for a second night, throwing bricks and setting fires in response to a stabbing. A 30-year-old Sudanese man, Hadi Alodid, appeared in court charged with attempted murder.
Police in Belfast used water cannon to disperse far-right protesters amid unrest triggered by a knife attack involving a Sudanese refugee. The victim's family appealed for calm, condemning anti-immigrant violence.
Water cannon deployed to disperse crowds after second night of disorder in Northern Ireland following a knife attack. Businesses closed, public transport halted, and schools shut early amid escalating tensions.
Police deployed water cannon against around 300 anti-immigration protesters in Northern Ireland who burned a truck and threw missiles. Unrest was reported in Derry, but fewer disturbances than previous nights. Ministers condemned the disorder, stating justice must take its course following a knife attack.
A student protest in Brussels over education reform turned violent, with demonstrators clashing with police, setting e-scooters on fire, and smashing shop windows. Police used water cannons and tear gas to disperse the crowd.
