December 2014
Guardian Council Spokesman: Presumption of Innocence Does Not Apply in Candidate Qualification
The spokesman for Iran's Guardian Council stated that the presumption of innocence does not apply when assessing candidates for elections, emphasizing the council's role as…
Police Shooting of Armed Black Man in Missouri Sparks Protests
A police shooting of an armed Black man in Missouri has sparked protests reminiscent of previous unrest following the killing of Michael Brown. The incident…
Hong Kong Dismantles Last Camps of Pro-Democracy Protesters
The Hong Kong government has dismantled the last remaining camps of pro-democracy protesters, arresting several activists in the process. This action reflects ongoing tensions between…
Protest Gathering of Nurses in Front of the Iranian Presidential Building
Approximately 700 nurses protested in front of the Iranian Presidential Office against income disparities with doctors and the government's delay in implementing nursing service pricing.…
Protests and Demonstrations in Various Cities Across the U.S.
Tens of thousands protested across the U.S. against police violence towards unarmed Black citizens, particularly in response to recent grand jury decisions exonerating police officers…
Palestinian Minister Dies Following Clash with Israeli Police
Ziad Abu Ein, a Palestinian minister, died during a clash with Israeli border police while protesting against Israeli settlements in the West Bank. His death…
Protests Against Acquittal of a Police Officer in New York
Protests erupted in multiple U.S. cities against a grand jury's decision to acquit a police officer involved in the death of Eric Garner, a Black…
Surrendering Does Not Mean Defeat
Three university professors in Hong Kong, who initiated the Occupy movement, have decided to surrender to the police while aiming to strengthen their networks. Lee…