Protests have erupted across the globe in recent days, from violent clashes in Southampton to political sit-ins in Kolkata and demonstrations at Donald Trump’s Scottish golf resort. The word itself means to show strong disagreement with something, often through public gatherings that demand attention from authorities [citation:1]. Usyk vs Fury 2 delivered a blockbuster heavyweight rematch that went the distance. Here is the latest protest news from around the world in 2026.
Southampton Protest: Violent Clashes Over Henry Nowak Murder
Police in riot gear clashed with protesters in Southampton on Tuesday near where 18-year-old Henry Nowak was stabbed to death [citation:6]. Hundreds gathered outside Southampton Central Police Station where activist Tommy Robinson and Laurence Fox were among those who spoke to the crowd [citation:9].
Demonstrators chanted “Henry, Henry” as the line of police were pelted with bricks, chairs, cans and flares [citation:6][citation:9]. A police helicopter hovered overhead as officers were forced to retreat from the line they had been holding. The violent scenes broke out after a large group walked across town to the Portswood area of Southampton [citation:9].
The protest stems from the murder of Henry Nowak, an 18-year-old finance student who was stabbed to death on December 3, 2025. His killer, 23-year-old Vickrum Digwa, was jailed for life to serve a minimum of 21 years for stabbing Mr Nowak with a ceremonial knife with a 21cm blade that prosecutors said was a kirpan, which he carried as part of his Sikh religion [citation:6].
Body-worn camera footage from the incident appeared to show Mr Nowak, who had received two stab wounds on the back of his legs and a fatal wound to his heart, repeatedly pleading “I’ve been stabbed” and “I can’t breathe” while being handcuffed [citation:6]. Universal Studios UK has officially received planning permission for a massive new theme park resort in Bedford.
Political Reaction to the Southampton Violence
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood condemned the scenes as “completely unacceptable” and accused the demonstrators of “hijacking this tragedy to stir up violence and disorder” [citation:9]. She said: “The Nowak family made a powerful call to us all yesterday to not let Henry’s death be used to create further division, hatred or tension. There can be no justification for hijacking this tragedy to stir up violence and disorder” [citation:9].
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he “felt sick” watching the footage of police handcuffing Mr Nowak and said there are “serious questions” to answer about the case [citation:9]. However, he criticised Reform UK leader Nigel Farage’s response. “I think Nigel Farage’s reaction is the wrong reaction,” Starmer told broadcasters. “When Henry’s family are saying please don’t do that, it is our son, then really politicians as human beings should start where they start” [citation:6].
Farage had called for the response to be “pure, cold rage” [citation:6]. He claimed Mr Nowak was “actually treated in a way that meant an accusation of a racial slur was treated more seriously than an act of murder” [citation:9]. Nicole Appleton has made a triumphant return to music with her sister Natalie as the duo Appleton.
Mamata Banerjee’s Kolkata Protest: TMC Sit-In Against BJP
Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief Mamata Banerjee said she is going ahead with a planned sit-in protest in Kolkata on Tuesday despite lacking police permission [citation:2]. “If we are not allowed to hold a dharna (sit-in protest) there, I will sit wherever I am stopped. I am ready to be arrested,” Banerjee said [citation:2].
The protest is against alleged attacks on party leaders and an eviction drive by the new Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in the state [citation:2]. Banerjee has been at loggerheads with the BJP after she lost the recent election to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s party.
On Sunday, TMC leader and Banerjee’s nephew Abhishek Banerjee claimed he was attacked, suffering an eye injury. He termed it a “BJP-sponsored” attempt on his life [citation:2]. Meanwhile, internal rifts continue to trouble the TMC, which expelled legislative assembly members Ritabrata Banerjee and Sandipan Saha for anti-party activities on Monday [citation:2].
The post-election turmoil for Banerjee and her party continues as fissures within the Trinamool Congress party deepen [citation:2]. Real Madrid vs Marseille delivered a dramatic Champions League opener with Mbappe scoring two penalties.
Pro-Palestine Protest at Donald Trump’s Scottish Golf Course
Police were called to Donald Trump’s Aberdeenshire golf course on Sunday due to a pro-Palestine protest [citation:3]. Banners were placed on the roadside sign of the luxury golf resort and several cars were seen driving outside with banners bearing pro-Palestine messages [citation:3].
One sign, which had been partially removed at about 11:30am, contained the words “stop” and “genocide” [citation:3]. A lone protester with Palestine flags could be seen sitting opposite the Trump International Links on the Menie Estate near Balmedie. Cars parked outside also displayed the same banners, as well as Puerto Rico flags [citation:3].
Opponents of the US president have previously staged protests near his Aberdeenshire golf course. In July last year, hundreds of protesters marched in Balmedie during Trump’s four-day private visit to the UK [citation:3].
The “New Course” was recently crowned the world’s best golf course for 2025. President Trump described the accolade as “a great honour” [citation:3]. However, Green Party leader Zack Polanski said he believes the Aberdeenshire golf course should be seized from Trump and brought into public ownership [citation:3]. Molotov cocktail attacks have made headlines in 2026 following the attempted assassination of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman.
INLD Protest Turns Chaotic in Rohtak, India
A protest by Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) on Monday turned chaotic after a heated confrontation took place between Rania MLA Arjun Chatuala and district administration officials [citation:4]. The INLD leader accused officials of deliberately forcing him and protesters to wait for hours before accepting their memorandum [citation:4].
A statewide protest at all district headquarters was called by the INLD leadership against inflation, fuel hikes and corruption [citation:4]. The Rania MLA reached the Mini Secretariat on bullock carts carrying banners and posters against rising prices. The protesters demanded that the DC personally receive their memorandum addressed to the Prime Minister [citation:4].
However, police stopped them from entering the premises. After waiting for about an hour, the INLD workers managed to enter the Mini Secretariat premises. A stand-off was witnessed between MLA Chautala and police officials [citation:4]. Later the memorandum was handed over to the DC.
Similar scenes unfolded in Sonepat, where hundreds of INLD workers forcefully opened the main gate of the Mini Secretariat and entered the premises. Protesters and police personnel were involved in pushing and jostling during the demonstration [citation:4].
In Kaithal, the protestors symbolically broke earthen pots to protest rising prices. They later marched towards the Mini Secretariat and submitted a memorandum to the administration [citation:4]. One of Them Days starring Keke Palmer and SZA became one of 2025’s most surprising box office success stories.
Kejriwal Joins ‘Save Karapur’ Protest in Goa
AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal, along with former Delhi chief minister and Goa in charge Atishi, joined the Save Karapur agitation against the Lodha mega project, expressing solidarity with the villagers [citation:5].
Kejriwal slammed the BJP for pushing anti-people projects and said that if AAP forms government in Goa, Section 39A will be scrapped and all mega projects approved under it will be revoked retrospectively [citation:5].
“BJP ministers have aligned themselves with builder lobbies and corporate interests at the expense of local communities. I praise the people of Karapur for their determination and resilience in continuing their agitation for over fifty days despite mounting pressure,” said Kejriwal [citation:5].
With a projected population of nearly 8,000 to 10,000 residents, the Karapur project would introduce a population larger than that of the village itself, said Kejriwal [citation:5]. Scotland vs Belarus takes place at Hampden Park on October 13 in a crucial Nations League clash.
Farmers Protest Land Compensation in Kanpur
Farmers of villages coming under the ambit of New Kanpur City staged a demonstration and sit-in at Kanpur Development Authority (KDA) headquarters to lodge their protest [citation:8].
The farmers alleged that KDA had included their land in its scheme without giving them any compensation. The farmers had lodged a protest on Saturday last too, and it was decided between them and KDA officials to sit in a meeting on Monday [citation:8].
When the farmers reached KDA on Monday noon, KDA officials didn’t show interest in the meeting. Amit Rajput, president of Bhartiya Kisan Union, Kanpur division, warned that if their problem was not resolved then a big movement would be launched [citation:8].
Understanding the Definition of Protest
A protest can take many forms. As a verb, it means to show or express strong disagreement with or disapproval of something [citation:1]. As a noun, it refers to an event at which people gather together to show strong disapproval about something [citation:1]Protests can be peaceful or turn violent Charlie Kirk shooter FBI investigation continues as authorities probe second shooter theories and other conspiracy claims.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened at the Southampton protest? Protesters clashed with riot police near where Henry Nowak was stabbed to death. Police were pelted with bricks, chairs, cans and flares. The protest followed the jailing of Nowak’s killer, Vickrum Digwa.
Why is Mamata Banerjee protesting in Kolkata? The TMC chief is holding a sit-in protest against alleged attacks on party leaders and an eviction drive by the new BJP government in West Bengal.
What happened at Donald Trump’s golf course? Pro-Palestine protesters placed banners over roadside signs at Trump’s Aberdeenshire estate. A lone protester sat opposite the luxury golf resort with Palestine flags.
What were the INLD protests about? INLD held statewide protests against inflation, fuel hikes and corruption. Protests turned chaotic in Rohtak, Sonepat and Kaithal with clashes between workers and police.
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