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Protests are expected around the stadium throughout the day, including demonstrations by the teachers’ union and groups representing the families of missing persons.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Protests against the Taliban, especially by women, have been rare in Afghanistan since they retook power in August 2021.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Protests over a fiercely contested Ebola quarantine centre for US nationals in Kenya have killed one man, a rights group said Tuesday, as President William Ruto defended the planned centre.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Protests have also spread to other factory hubs in northern India.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Protests were held throughout the country and the slogan began to appear scrawled on the sides of buildings.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela