Protests
Latest news and information on protests and protest movements.
Pro-Palestinian rallies held across Europe as Gaza truce holds
Pro-Palestinian protesters marched in several cities in Europe on Saturday, voicing cautious hope with a dose of scepticism as a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza entered its second day.
'Never again': Thousands protest as Austria braces for far right-led government
Thousands protested in Vienna on Tuesday against negotiations for Austria's first far-right-led government, with efforts to form a ruling coalition dragging on towards a record period of time.
How close is Austria to getting its first far-right led government?
Austria’s record-long government talks have reached a decisive phase. As the far-right FPÖ and the centre-right ÖVP try to finalise a deal, alternative coalitions and early elections remain possibilities.
Austria’s far-right Herbert Kickl inches closer to chancellorship
Herbert Kickl, the controversial leader of Austria’s far-right FPÖ, is within reach of becoming the country’s first far-right chancellor. As the FPÖ negotiates a coalition with the conservatives, Kickl faces protests and criticism over his rhetoric and ties to extremist ideologies.
Tens of thousands protest across Austria against far-right FPÖ's return to power
Tens of thousands took to the streets of Vienna and other Austrian cities to protest the far-right FPÖ’s potential return to government. Demonstrators voiced concerns over human rights, democracy, and Austria’s political future as the FPÖ leads coalition talks for the first time.
Austria faces major public sector protest with schools set to close
Public sector workers in Austria are preparing for a major demonstration on November 26th, with teachers, healthcare workers, and others demanding salary increases amid tense negotiations. Parents may face school closures.
Google Maps deletes AI photos of Austrian landmarks after climate change
Google on Saturday deleted from its maps service dozens of images of Austrian landmarks that were altered by environmental activists to highlight the potential impact of climate change.
Climate protesters under fire in France, Germany, France and UK: UN expert
Environmental activists are increasingly facing hostility across Europe, a UN expert said, warning that the very right to protest was "at risk" in countries usually considered beacons of democracy.
Tens of thousands protest Austria compulsory Covid jabs
Tens of thousands gathered in Austria's capital Vienna on Saturday to protest mandatory Covid vaccines and home confinement orders for those who have not yet received the jabs.
Tens of thousands protest Austria compulsory vaccination
Tens of thousands of Austrians rallied this weekend to protest against the government's introduction of compulsory vaccination -- the first EU country to do so -- as the chancellor insisted on Sunday that the move would represent "a minor interference" compared to the alternatives.