What recent events sparked protests worldwide?

Approximately a million Poles protested against the Law and Justice Party’s threats to democracy in Warsaw on October 1, 2023, mobilizing for national elections^[2].

Following the death of Mahsa Amini and government crackdowns, large protests in Iran continued throughout 2023 under the slogan “Woman, life, freedom”^[2].

Before the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, hundreds of thousands protested against government plans to reform the judiciary^[2].

Tens of thousands protested against legislation seen as mirroring Russian laws aimed at stifling dissent, resulting in the withdrawal of the bill^[2].

New demonstrations erupted in both countries amid ongoing anti-government sentiments^[2].

Strikes and protests erupted over pension reforms that raised the retirement age from sixty-two to sixty-four^[2].

Tens of thousands of farmers opposed new agricultural laws, leading to substantial nationwide protests^[4].

Thousands gathered worldwide to condemn Israel’s military actions in Gaza, particularly marking the one-year anniversary of the conflict^[5].

Demonstrators in Berlin faced police unrest as they protested against Israel's actions in Gaza, leading to violence on the streets^[5].

Following a femicide incident, hundreds demanded action against gender-based violence, securing government commitments^[4].

Rising food inflation led to demonstrations against government policies deemed 'anti-poor'^[6].

Thousands protested in various countries demanding stronger actions on climate change amid dissatisfaction with government policies^[2].

Continuing protests were driven by labor disputes and demands for better working conditions^[2].

Ongoing demonstrations against President Kais Saied's governance have drawn significant public opposition since his self-coup^[2].

Protests arose against attempts by the incumbent government to block the transfer of power to President-elect Bernardo Arévalo^[2].

Allegations of election fraud have driven demonstrations against the ruling party^[2].

Public dissatisfaction over energy shortages led to over a hundred demonstrations throughout the year^[2].

Protests against military actions have led to casualties and repression of dissenting voices^[3].