Australian activists who joined a humanitarian flotilla to Gaza allege sexual assault by Israeli defence personnel. Foreign Minister Penny Wong met with the activists, assuring them the Australian Federal Police (AFP) will investigate their claims. The Israeli embassy has denied the allegations.
Thousands of protesters gathered in Geneva on Sunday, organized by the "No-G7" coalition, to demonstrate against the upcoming G7 summit in France. They expressed fears about G7 policies, particularly those of President Trump, citing concerns about war, climate change, inequality, and poverty.
Jamaican campaigners are taking the government to court to prevent the privatization of beaches, arguing it benefits tourists and hotel chains over locals who rely on the sea for livelihoods and leisure. The legal battles aim to challenge the 1956 Beach Control Act and a new Narra Act, which activists fear will further restrict public access and concentrate power.
Jamaican activists are fighting against "plantation tourism," where luxury all-inclusive resorts lock locals out of beaches like Mammee Bay. They argue this model, rooted in colonial land ownership, benefits elites while denying communities access to vital social, economic, and spiritual spaces.
As Donald Trump turns 80, a collection of public figures offer a mix of sarcastic thanks, sharp criticism, and reflections on his resilience and impact on global politics, finance, and American society.
Rival anti-immigration and anti-racism groups clashed with police in Glasgow, Scotland. Tensions were high following a stabbing attack allegedly by a Sudanese asylum seeker, leading to arrests and investigations into hate crimes.
Palestinian activists are organizing a public protest on June 26 against Hamas's rule in Gaza, demanding better living conditions and a better future. The movement, dubbed 'June 26 Revolution,' is led by journalists and activists, many of whom are currently outside the Gaza Strip. Hamas media and affiliated activists have accused the organizers of implementing foreign agendas and exploiting the Israeli escalation.
Four Palestine Action activists received lengthy prison sentences for a 2024 raid on an Elbit Systems UK factory near Bristol, causing over £1.2 million in damage. The court deemed the offences to have a 'terrorism connection,' a first for criminal damage convictions in Britain, leading to harsher punishments. One activist also received a longer sentence for injuring a police officer.
Military leaders in Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso have intensified repression since 2020, using defamation and antiterrorism laws to detain journalists and activists, and shutting down independent media. Critics, including Ulf Laessing and Binta Sidibe-Gascon, highlight the severe curtailment of freedoms and the rise of authoritarianism, with little hope for immediate peace or democratic restoration.
Four Palestine Action activists were sentenced to lengthy prison terms for a 2024 attack on Elbit Systems' UK facility, causing approximately £1.2 million in damages. The judge ruled the crimes had a "terrorism connection," citing the aim to influence the UK government and advance a political or ideological purpose. Supporters protested outside the court, leading to over 100 arrests.
Four Palestine Action activists have been jailed for causing £1.2m of damage at an Elbit Systems factory near Bristol. Samuel Corner received the longest sentence for criminal damage and assaulting a police sergeant. The case is believed to be the first where criminal damage convictions are linked to terrorism.
Four Palestine Action activists have been sentenced to lengthy custodial terms for damaging drones and equipment at an Elbit Systems UK factory. A judge ruled there was a "terrorist connection" to the offences, citing the planned nature of the attack and its aim to intimidate the government and public for political causes. The damage caused was estimated at £1.2m.
Opposition coalition C64 organised a rally in Kinshasa against a proposed law that could allow President Felix Tshisekedi to extend his term. The demonstration turned violent with clashes between opposition and pro-government activists, and police used tear gas. Opposition leader Martin Fayulu was among those injured.
Four Palestine Action activists were sentenced as terrorists for damaging an Israeli arms plant, setting a new precedent in UK law. Supporters protested outside the courthouse, leading to over 100 arrests.
Four Palestine Action activists have been sentenced to prison terms of five to eight years after being convicted of a "terrorist act" for raiding an Israeli arms company's site in Bristol. The group claimed their actions aimed to "dismantle drones and weaponry" used in Gaza. Palestine Action was formally proscribed as a "terrorist" organisation in the UK last July.
Rioting in Northern Ireland has led to 19 arrests, including a 16-year-old, following a knife attack and calls for demonstrations by far-right activists. Police used plastic bullets and water cannon amid concerns over online misinformation.
Pro-Palestine activists anticipate a significant shift in the Labour party's stance on the Israel-Palestine crisis, potentially leading to a tougher UK government policy. Factors include Green party electoral gains, upcoming leadership changes, and member polling favouring an arms embargo.
A protest in Times Square featuring an inflatable Elon Musk effigy highlights concerns over SpaceX's IPO, linking to Grok AI's involvement in generating nonconsensual sexual imagery, posing liability risks to investors.
Labour's political focus has shifted to Wigan for Andy Burnham's by-election campaign, with MPs flocking to support him. Polls suggest Burnham could beat Reform UK, challenging Keir Starmer's leadership. The campaign emphasizes Burnham's return to Westminster to reform Labour.
Andy Burnham's Labour campaign in the Makerfield byelection sees significant momentum with numerous MPs and volunteers canvassing, targeting 16% undecided voters, amidst challenges from Reform UK and Restore Britain.
A volunteer group, The Accountability Project Northern Ireland, repeatedly warned the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) between November 2025 and June 2026 about anti-immigration activists circulating addresses of properties targeted in recent Belfast riots.
A volunteer group repeatedly warned the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) about anti-immigration activists circulating addresses of properties targeted in recent Belfast riots. The Accountability Project Northern Ireland sent dozens of reports between November 2025 and June 2026, highlighting a growing focus on houses of multiple occupation (HMOs) by far-right actors.
Four Palestine Action activists convicted of criminal damage in the UK face potential sentencing as "terrorists" on Friday, a move criticized by legal experts who argue it blurs the line between protest and terrorism.
Former political prisoners in Myanmar recount systematic torture, sexual abuse, and neglect in prisons, including invasive strip-searches and threats of rape. Despite recent amnesties and political changes, activists like Thazin and Ma Khaing state abuses continue, with many still detained.
