Hundreds of demonstrators have reportedly been detained as Russians nationwide took to the streets on January 31 for a second-straight weekend of protests demanding the release of jailed Kremlin critic Aleksei Navalny amid a sweeping crackdown on his supporters.
MoreThe human rights situation in Belarus continues to deteriorate, particularly with respect to peaceful assembly, the UN rights chief said on Friday, urging the government to put an end to ongoing violations and “take steps towards a genuine, respectful and inclusive national dialogue”.
MorePeople across the United States have voted in one of the most polarising presidential elections in the country’s history – and the race is also playing out on social media.
MoreMore than 30 officers were injured after protests and looting broke out in Philadelphia following the fatal shooting of a Black man by police in the city.
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