Riots continue for a fourth day in wake of stabbing across the UK
Clashes between anti-immigration and anti-racism groups continued for a fourth night with violence across the UK. Several people have been arrested and the government has warned of strong penalties.
President Tinubu calls for end to deadly protests
Nigerian President Tinubu said he has “heard” those protesting against high costs of living, urging them to create room for dialogue. Amnesty International said 13 had been killed since demonstrations flared up.
Protests against Maduro’s contested reelection
Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado made a surprise appearance at a rally after spending much of the week in hiding. She said her life and freedom are at risk.
Baerbock calls US missiles in Germany a ‘credible deterrent’
Germany’s foreign minister emphasized the need to deploy long-range US weapons systems on German soil. Weapons like the SM-6, Tomahawk and developmental hypersonic weapons would deter Russia, she said.
24 killed, more injured in student protests in Bangladesh
Students clashed with police and ruling party activists in Dhaka and other cities. A controversial quota system for public sector jobs has been scrapped but the protests turned into an anti-government movement.