Gen Z protests spread, young people challenge political, economic systems
From Albania and India to Argentina, youth-led demonstrations reflect growing frustration over corruption, electoral transparency,…
France protests turn violent as over 5 lakh rally over living costs, inequality
Police make around 400 arrests as demonstrations spread across major cities, with fires, looting and clashes adding pressure on Macron’s…
Iran rejects Saudi claims over Houthi attacks as Yemen conflict widens
Tehran offers to mediate despite Riyadh’s accusations, as missile strikes target strategic sites in Saudi Arabia and Yemen Iran has…
France protests bring cost-of-living anger, student unrest into streets
Demonstrations across the country turn tense as police report hundreds of arrests; renewed Yellow Vest mobilisation adds pressure on…
Sri Lanka blackout raises questions over grid readiness for solar expansion
Nationwide power failure triggers emergency restoration as authorities investigate system instability and ask rooftop solar users to…
Tanker struck off Saudi coast as attacks on Gulf shipping intensify
Crew evacuated after unidentified projectile hits vessel near Al Jubayl; a separate tanker attack was also reported in the area A tanker…
RMRN discusses wider regional impact of Houthi–Saudi conflict
The Regional Media Research Network (RMRN) has brought together regional perspectives to examine the Houthi–Saudi conflict and its wider…
Italy and Spain move to end border checks after migration dispute
Meloni and Sánchez agree to coordinate the removal of temporary controls, easing tensions over migration and the Schengen travel zone.…
Bangkok protests put IMF austerity advice under scrutiny
Campaigners urge the IMF and World Bank to prioritise climate finance, fairer taxation and social protection, while the Fund argues that…
AI investment fears deepen Wall Street sell-off, shares plunge 11%
Heavy losses in AI infrastructure stocks weigh on US markets, while a proposed MSCI reclassification triggers Indonesia’s sharpest daily…
