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Far-right agitator Jake Lang disrupts 9/11 memorial in NYC with hate march
politics1 month ago

Far-right agitator Jake Lang disrupts 9/11 memorial in NYC with hate march

On September 11, 2026, pardoned January 6 insurrectionist Jake Lang led a far-right protest in Lower Manhattan aimed at disrupting the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. The demonstration, which featured anti-Muslim rhetoric and white nationalist imagery, resulted in clashes with counterprotesters and arrests. Police blocked Lang from reaching the memorial site, and he eventually fled by bus as locals pursued him.

Massive Protests Erupt in Spain as Sánchez Supports Catalan Amnesty
politics3 years ago

Massive Protests Erupt in Spain as Sánchez Supports Catalan Amnesty

Thousands of far-right protesters, mainly from the Vox party, demonstrated in Madrid against Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's support for amnesty for Catalan separatists. Sánchez argued that amnesty was necessary for a "total reunion" in Catalonia and to gain support from Catalan parties. Protesters feared the amnesty would benefit Carles Puigdemont, the leader of JxCat, whom they consider an "enemy of the state." The amnesty is part of Sánchez's efforts to secure support in parliament after failing to gain a majority in July's leadership contest.

Jerusalem Pride Parade Overcomes Threats and Security Concerns
society3 years ago

Jerusalem Pride Parade Overcomes Threats and Security Concerns

Around 30,000 people attended the Jerusalem Pride Parade, calling for tolerance towards the LGBTQ community and expressing anti-government sentiment. The event passed smoothly under heavy security and the presence of 2,000 police and riot police officers. Far-right protests were held across the road, but a "beast march" was canceled. The parade was the largest since 2016, a year after a 16-year-old was murdered during the event. Anti-government sentiment was prevalent among participants, with signs and merchandise expressing hostility towards the current coalition and its political goals.