Progressives in Cyprus condemn racist attack on migrants in Chloraka
Over a period of time, Chloraka has seen rising tensions between migrants, many of them from Syria, and far-right xenophobic sections within the local community. Progressive sections claim that the situation created in Chloraka is the result of a lack of a comprehensive migration policy
Hungarian media workers protest bid to weaken press freedom
Protests took place in Budapest after the editor-in-chief of the news portal Index.hu was fired. Many journalists resigned in the aftermath. A businessman close to PM Viktor Orban had earlier gained a stake in the portal
Hundreds take part in ‘Don’t Extradite Assange’ rally in London
The rally featured several celebrities and progressive activists advocating for Assange’s release, along with his father John Shipton, who also addressed the crowds
In Hungarian local polls, Orban’s Fidesz party loses grip over key cities
The opposition managed to gain mayorships in 10 major cities, while Fidesz won 13 mayorships and continued its dominance in county councils
- Panamanian workers mobilize against Social Security privatization
- Student protests grow in Serbia
- NATO countries control over 80% of global arms exports amid rising conflicts
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- Columbia expels and sanctions pro-Palestine students amid increased pressure from Trump administration
