The statue was targeted by recent protests against racism and Belgium’s colonial history. The authorities said the statue would remain in a museum.
Tag: George Floyd Protests (2020)
‘Get Rid of Them’: A Statue Falls as Britain Confronts Its Racist History
When demonstrators dumped the monument to a slave trader into Bristol Harbor, they galvanized a debate that echoes conversations happening in the American South about statues of Confederate generals.
Huge Crowds Around the Globe March in Solidarity Against Police Brutality
Tens of thousands turned out in Australia, Britain, France, Germany and other nations in support of U.S. protests against the death of George Floyd, while denouncing racism in their own countries.
Looking Across the Border at American Turmoil
Canada’s neighbor is again in upheaval over systemic racism and police brutality. Canada has unresolved racial issues too.
Discussing Race and America’s Protests From Abroad
What can be learned as the outrage over the killing of George Floyd by the police in Minneapolis goes global?
Russia Jumps on George Floyd Killing as Proof of U.S. Hypocrisy
The turmoil in America has served two Kremlin goals: deflecting criticism of its own record and underscoring its message that protests cause chaos.
Global Leaders Urge U.S. to Protect Reporters Amid Floyd Protests
Citing police actions against journalists, Germany, Australia and Turkey call for respect for press freedom.
Trump, On George Floyd Protests, Tests a Role He’s Long Admired: A Strongman
The president’s unapologetic calls for force, and his efforts to bring the military into his political line, follow a strongman’s playbook. It’s a risky move for him, and for democracy.
North Korea Lashes Out at U.S., Saying China Is Eclipsing It
The North compared the United States to a setting sun, taking notice of the unrest over George Floyd’s killing. It also threatened to scrap deals with South Korea.
Trudeau’s 21-Second Pause Becomes the Story in Canada
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau struggled to find the words to answer a question about President Trump’s response to the protests roiling the United States.