Amid repression and setbacks, people’s movements in north Africa continue struggles
North Africa in 2020 was both a site of armed conflict and repression, and yet, also an example of the determined resistance of the people to the forces of repression
Serbian progressive groups condemn vandalizing of Tomb of National Heroes
The Tomb of National Heroes in Kalemegdan, which honors the sacrifices of World War II martyrs, was vandalized, reportedly by vigilantes of the far-right Leviathan Movement on December 21
Bangladesh government relocates hundreds of Rohingya refugees to remote Island
So far over 3,400 refugees have been sent to the island of Bhasan Char, located in the Meghna river’s estuary, 40 miles away from the mainland. Critics say the island is prone to flooding
Loujain al-Hathloul convicted and sentenced to nearly 6 years in prison; may be released in March
A Saudi court dealing with terrorism cases sentenced Loujain al-Hathloul to five years and 8 months in prison. The court suspended a part of the term and also backdated the term due to which she may be released in March
Ugandan presidential candidate Bobi Wine’s security guard killed, 2 journalists hurt in attack on rally
This is the third such attack against Bobi Wine, strong challenger to the country’s long-time president Yoweri Museveni, since he filed his nomination in November. Presidential elections are to be held on January 14, 2021
Two injured in Israeli airstrikes in Gaza
The airstrikes on Saturday also caused damage to a hospital, a mosque and a several residential buildings. Electricity and water supply of the citizens of Gaza was also affected
Greek metal workers protest against privatization of LARCO
Workers of the state-owned General Mining and Metallurgical Company SA held a protest against the uncertainty in their employment conditions and seeking a Christmas allowance
Trillions for Wall Street, pittance for the people
Compared to the scale of the crisis, the stimulus package will be far from enough to give people the kind of relief they need.