As east Germans vote, a region in decline is searching for answers on the political extremes.
Tag: Demonstrations, Protests and Riots
Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir Draws Anger for Comments on Disputed Holy Site
In the latest in a series of provocations, Itamar Ben-Gvir agreed that a new synagogue should be built at the site, which Jews call the Temple Mount and Muslims know as the Aqsa Mosque complex.
Solingen, Germany, Becomes Reluctant Symbol of Migration Battles
After the fatal stabbing, which prosecutors say was committed by a Syrian who was rejected for asylum, the city of Solingen finds itself at the center of a longstanding debate over migrants.
Prosecutor to Politician: Can Kamala Harris Follow Keir Starmer’s Path to Power?
Like Kamala Harris, Prime Minister Keir Starmer was a prosecutor before embracing politics. The two share a few other traits.
Russia Quashes Deadly Prison Mutiny by Islamist Inmates
The revolt is the latest in a series of terrorist attacks in Russia claimed by Islamic militants.
A History Museum Shows How China Wants to Remake Hong Kong
A new exhibit calls for the city’s residents to be patriotic, loyal to the Chinese Communist Party and ever vigilant to supposed threats to the state.
After Kolkata Rape Case, India Asks Why It Can’t Protect Women
The rape and murder of a trainee doctor at her own hospital has brought up, once again, uncomfortable truths about a country that wants to be a global leader.
Pakistan Arrests Man Over Disinformation That Helped Spur U.K. Riots
Local police sources indicated that the arrest was made at the request of the British authorities, although there was no official confirmation.
They Spouted Hate Online. Then They Were Arrested.
As hundreds of people appear in court for their role in recent anti-immigrant riots in Britain, several are accused of fueling disorder through online posts, raising questions about the limits of free speech.
‘Keyboard Warriors’ Who Stoked UK Riots Test the Limits of Free Speech
As hundreds of people appear in court for their role in recent anti-immigrant riots in Britain, several are accused of fueling disorder through online posts, raising questions about the limits of free speech.