Global Reactions After Sheikh Hasina’s Resignation, Bangladesh Riots

06 Aug 2024

United States The United States has called for calm in Bangladesh after long-ruling leader Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled the country amidst violent anti-government protests. Nearly 100 people were killed on Sunday before she left. State Department spokesman Matthew Miller urged all sides to “refrain from further violence” and noted...

UK Struggles with Worst Riots in Last 13 Years as Far-Right Protesters Clash with Counter Protesters

05 Aug 2024

The UK is facing its worst rioting in 13 years, driven by disturbances linked to a recent mass stabbing that resulted in the deaths of three young girls and fueled by far-right agitators spreading misinformation. The unrest has led to violent protests and clashes with police in cities like Liverpool,...

Indian Residents in Bangladesh Urged to Avoid Travel Amid Anti-Quota Protests

18 Jul 2024

Indian citizens residing in Bangladesh have been advised to avoid traveling and limit their movements amid ongoing nationwide protests against the government’s job quota system. The Indian High Commission in Dhaka released an advisory urging the Indian community and students to stay within their living premises as much as possible....

Brazilian President Lula sacks his army chief over riots in capital city

22 Jan 2023

Brazil's newly-appointed army chief, Julio Cesar de Arruda got sacked by President Lula days after Bolsonaro’s supporters ransacked the presidential palace, Supreme Court, and Congress in Brasilia. Arruda had joined on December 30, two days before the end of Bolsonaro's mandate, and was confirmed by Lula's administration in early January....