Protests and Police Action
7 articles from 3 countries
Protests have erupted in Tanzania after a boda-boda driver's death, with police using tear gas. Meanwhile, in Indonesia, students protesting in Jakarta have urged police against repressive tactics, though authorities have blocked their march.
Jakarta police block students from protesting at HI Roundabout
- Police prevented students from protesting at the HI Roundabout in Jakarta, directing them to alternative locations. - Officials cited regulations and the area's importance as a business and traffic hub as reasons for the prohibition. - Student groups claim they were not officially notified, while authorities state they received informal communication but no formal written notice.
Seoul Police Warn Protesters of Severe Consequences for Illegal Actions
- The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency warned against illegal actions at a protest in Jamsil, stating participants could face severe consequences. - The protest, related to ballot paper shortages duri…
Police arrest 14 as rival protests target Israeli property event in London
- Police arrested 14 people during rival protests in London concerning an event promoting Israeli property sales. - Protesters against the event claimed it involved illegally occupied land and an expa…
Indonesian police explain student protest restrictions in Jakarta
- Indonesian police explained their actions in restricting student protests at Tugu Tani and Patung Kuda in Central Jakarta. - Police stated that protests are now directed to South Merdeka Square Road…
Prolonged Protest Blocking Vote Counting Center: "Police Officers' Human Rights Violations Must Not Be Repeated"
- A police internal affairs group is protesting the mistreatment of officers during a prolonged protest at a vote counting center following the June 3 local elections. - The group stated that officers…
Students Protest in Makassar Against President Subianto's Policies; Police on Alert
- Students are protesting in Makassar, South Sulawesi, against policies by President Prabowo Subianto they deem unfavorable to the public. - Approximately 1,500 police personnel are deployed to secure…
Police Say BEM UI Demo Last Friday Lacked Official Notification, Received Only PDF Via WhatsApp
- Indonesian police stated that a protest by the University of Indonesia's Student Executive Board (BEM UI) on June 12, 2026, lacked official notification. - Police received initial information about …