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Politics · Middle EastAnti-Israel activists call for single state encompassing Israel
Millions of anti-Israel activists marched in cities worldwide, with some leaders now openly stating a goal of a single state encompassing Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza. This vision would see Israel cease to exist as a separate Jewish nation-state.
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Politics · United StatesICE Agent Shoots Man in Car with Child in New York City
A 28-year-old Dominican man, Oscar Belgal, was shot by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in New York City while his five-year-old son was in the car. The incident has led to protests and a legal order preventing Belgal's removal from the country.
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Politics · IndiaIndia detains thousands over voter list protest
Indian authorities detained thousands of protesters from the 'Cockroach' movement in New Delhi. The demonstrations were against a contentious revision of voter lists, which the movement denounces as illegal. Mobile internet was suspended in parts of the city.
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PoliticsFrance: 400-500 Schools to Close Due to Student Unrest
Between 400 and 500 schools in France are expected to close fully or partially on Monday, October 5, due to ongoing student protests. Education Minister Edouard Geffray stated that security conditions have not been met for these closures.
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Politics · AfricaSouth Africa: Hundreds protest illegal immigration in Durban
Hundreds protested illegal immigration in Durban, South Africa, demanding undocumented immigrants leave by a deadline not recognised by the government. Protesters also voiced concerns about femicide and gender-based violence.
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Politics · United KingdomPolice in Gosport amid migrant arrival fears; six arrested
Hampshire police were present in Gosport as protesters gathered near Fort Blockhouse and Haslar Marina. Six demonstrators were arrested after becoming hostile towards officers. The Home Office had stated migrant arrivals were increasingly likely in the area.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastSyria raises diesel 40% and petrol up to 28% as protests spread across five provinces
On 13 September Syria increased diesel by 40% and petrol by up to 28%. The Energy Minister blamed exceptional and complex circumstances and higher import costs. Protests with road blockages erupted in Aleppo, Idlib, Deir Ezzor, Hasakah and Raqqa, prompting a later offer of cheaper diesel for certain sectors.
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Politics · United KingdomNigel Farage calls for ban on full face coverings
Nigel Farage has called for a ban on all full face coverings in public spaces, including religious ones. The Reform UK leader described such coverings as a 'menace' following recent anti-migrant demonstrations.
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Politics · Middle EastCeuta Neighbors Block Aid Trucks, Burn Migrant Camp
Dozens of Ceuta residents blocked Red Cross trucks delivering food to migrants, with some protesters damaging and burning part of a migrant camp. Police deployed riot control units and fired warning shots.
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