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Early Saturday, multiple gunshots and explosions were reported across Niger's capital Niamey, per a Reuters witness. Authorities have not yet released details, and the situation remains unclear.
Iranian Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref accused enemy forces of using economic measures to destabilize the country, urging national unity to overcome the challenges. He emphasized resilience against sanctions and called for boosting domestic production.
The third and final round of the Legislative Assembly election in Pakistan-administered Kashmir proceeded on Monday, but only four of 11 planned constituencies voted amid unrest and boycott calls. Violence linked to protests has killed more than 50 people, while authorities have postponed voting in seven other districts over security fears.
UK PM Keir Starmer has resigned unexpectedly, stunning the political scene. The decision creates a period of instability as parties gear up for potential elections or leadership changes.
Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has dismissed Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and dissolved the government, escalating political tensions. The move threatens to delay negotiations with the IMF over a $1.8 billion bailout as the country faces economic strain. Sonko, a former ally and popular figure, may now return to opposition, complicating governance.
Thousands of protesters in La Paz, Bolivia, are demanding President Rodrigo Paz's resignation amid the country's worst economic crisis in 40 years. Road blockades have caused shortages of food, fuel, and medicine, as inflation hit 14% in April. Clashes with police resulted in injuries and detentions.
Hundreds of Venezuelan protesters clashed with police in Caracas during a march demanding the release of political prisoners. Security forces used tear gas and water cannons to disperse the crowd, with injuries reported but no official toll. The protest highlights ongoing political tensions in the crisis-stricken country.
Hundreds of Tunisians demonstrated in Tunis against the severe economic crisis and a wave of political arrests. Protesters criticized the government amid rising unemployment and inflation, denouncing the crackdown on opposition figures. The unrest highlights growing international concern over democracy in the North African country.
The Philippine House of Representatives is set to vote on a second impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte on May 12, alleging corruption, abuse of power, and a plot to assassinate President Marcos. The move is the latest in a political feud between the Duterte family and President Marcos Jr., deepening instability amid an economic crisis. If the House votes to impeach, the Senate will need a two-thirds majority to convict and remove her.
