Doctors in Nigeria have begun a five day strike from September 12 to September 16. The Nigerian Association of Residential Doctors (NARD), representing approximately 40% of all in-country doctors, has called this strike primarily in response to the government’s refusal to disperse owed funds. Similar strikes have had major impacts on Nigeria’s medical system.
Nationwide protests erupted across France on September 10. Protesters have blocked roads, tram lines, and reportedly assaulted police officers with various objects, prompting officers to use tear gas. The protests were organized by the “Block Everything” movement in response to former prime minister Francois Bayrou’s budget proposal. Staged marches and barricades will continue to cause significant disruptions in urban centers over the coming hours.
Protests over the government’s social media ban in Kathmandu, Nepal turned deadly after security forces opened fire on protesters, killing 19. In the following hours, protesters responded by attacking government buildings and politician homes with hand grenades and improvised incendiary devices. The Nepalese government has responded with military force to quiet the protests, locking down the border with India and shutting down all airports.
Hoax bomb threats in Mumbai on September 5 have led to evacuations and a visible increase in security around schools, transportation hubs, hospitals, and hotels. These incidents have caused evacuations and travel delays, despite no explosives being recovered. Further threats are likely amid the Hindu Ganeshotsav festival running through October, though these events are more likely to be hoaxes rather than actual attacks.
Pensioners are continuing to protest President Javier Milei’s pension cuts and demanding improved benefits throughout 2025. Prior protests have turned violent, with authorities dispersing crowds using tear gas and batons. Labor unions and civic groups often join, with 24-48 hour strikes by judicial, educational, and healthcare workers. Demonstrations are expected to continue through and beyond the October 26 midterm elections.
30,000 protesters will rally at Victoriei Square on September 8 at 12:00 PM and march to Cotrocreni Palace in Bucharest. Demonstrations, ongoing since July over education reforms including larger class sizes and reduced overtime, have prompted a teacher boycott. Other nationwide protests are likely until Education Minister Daniel David holds an audience with union leaders. Victoriei Square and Cotrocreni Palace remain likely sites for further protests.
The Syndicat Majoritaire des Contoleurs Aeriens (SNCTA), France’s largest air traffic control union representing about 60% of all French air traffic control workers, will engage in a 24-hour strike from the morning of September 18 to the end of September 19. SNCTA is calling for increased wages as well as management reform. A similar strike by smaller unions on July 3 and 4 caused over one million passengers to be affected and thousands of flights to be canceled.
Mass protests are expected in Brazil’s major cities on September 7. Protesters will voice their support for former president Jair Bolsonaro amid his trial for alleged involvement in a 2022 coup. The protests, coinciding with Brazil’s Independence Day, have a potential of turning violent and attracting counter protests.
Ground workers associated with the Metal and Allied Industries Union (SIMA) will strike intermittently across Portugal September 3 through January 2. This protest follows extended protests by ground workers in July and August. The first strike will begin on September 3 at 12:00 AM and end on September 9 at 11:59 PM. Further strikes will take place each Friday-Monday during the following weeks until, a final, extended strike from December 19 through January 2.
Incident Details Anti-immigrant protests will continue nationwide in the United Kingdom over the coming weeks. Anti-immigrant groups have called for demonstrations outside of hotels believed to be housing asylum seekers …