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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.

March of a Million Hearts

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

Iran Protests

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

Anti-Judiciary Reform Protests in Israel

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

Protests against Foreign Agents Bill in Georgia

New demonstrations erupted in both countries amid ongoing anti-government sentiments.

Protests in Iraq and North Macedonia

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

Economic Protests in France

Tens of thousands of farmers opposed new agricultural laws, leading to substantial nationwide protests.

Farmers’ Protests in India

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

Global Protests for Gaza

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

Pro-Palestinian Protests in Germany

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

Protests for Women’s Rights in Namibia

Rising food inflation led to demonstrations against government policies deemed 'anti-poor'.

Protests in Nigeria

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

Demonstrations for Climate Action

Continuing protests were driven by labor disputes and demands for better working conditions.

Teachers’ Protests in Hungary

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

Anti-Government Protests in Tunisia

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

Opposition Protests in Guatemala

Allegations of election fraud have driven demonstrations against the ruling party.

Protests in Mozambique

Public dissatisfaction over energy shortages led to over a hundred demonstrations throughout the year.

Protests about Energy Supply in South Africa

Protests against military actions have led to casualties and repression of dissenting voices.

Violent Police Response in Myanmar

- March of a Million Hearts: 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].
- Iran Protests: Following the death of Mahsa Amini and government crackdowns, large protests in Iran continued throughout 2023 under the slogan “Woman, life, freedom” [2].
- Anti-Judiciary Reform Protests in Israel: Before the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, hundreds of thousands protested against government plans to reform the judiciary [2].
- Protests against Foreign Agents Bill in Georgia: Tens of thousands protested against legislation seen as mirroring Russian laws aimed at stifling dissent, resulting in the withdrawal of the bill [2].
- Protests in Iraq and North Macedonia: New demonstrations erupted in both countries amid ongoing anti-government sentiments [2].
- Economic Protests in France: Strikes and protests erupted over pension reforms that raised the retirement age from sixty-two to sixty-four [2].
- Farmers' Protests in India: Tens of thousands of farmers opposed new agricultural laws, leading to substantial nationwide protests [4].
- Global Protests for Gaza: Thousands gathered worldwide to condemn Israel’s military actions in Gaza, particularly marking the one-year anniversary of the conflict [5].
- Pro-Palestinian Protests in Germany: Demonstrators in Berlin faced police unrest as they protested against Israel's actions in Gaza, leading to violence on the streets [5].
- Protests for Women's Rights in Namibia: Following a femicide incident, hundreds demanded action against gender-based violence, securing government commitments [4]. 
- Protests in Nigeria: Rising food inflation led to demonstrations against government policies deemed 'anti-poor' [6].
- Demonstrations for Climate Action: Thousands protested in various countries demanding stronger actions on climate change amid dissatisfaction with government policies [2]. 
- Teachers' Protests in Hungary: Continuing protests were driven by labor disputes and demands for better working conditions [2].
- Anti-Government Protests in Tunisia: Ongoing demonstrations against President Kais Saied's governance have drawn significant public opposition since his self-coup [2]. 
- Opposition Protests in Guatemala: Protests arose against attempts by the incumbent government to block the transfer of power to President-elect Bernardo Arévalo [2]. 
- Protests in Mozambique: Allegations of election fraud have driven demonstrations against the ruling party [2]. 
- Protests about Energy Supply in South Africa: Public dissatisfaction over energy shortages led to over a hundred demonstrations throughout the year [2]. 
- Violent Police Response in Myanmar: Protests against military actions have led to casualties and repression of dissenting voices [3].

What recent events sparked protests worldwide?

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