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Protest news — August 12, 2026

Publications tagged with Protest published on August 12, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

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  2. PoliticsExecutiveLocal GovProtestMiddle East

    Alejandro Moreno Files Complaint with U.S. Department of State Against INE Councilors

    Alejandro Moreno, national leader of the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI) and senator, filed a complaint with the U.S. Department of State against three INE councilors - Arturo Castillo Loza, Rita Bell López Vences, and Frida Denisse Gómez Puga - after the electoral body decided to impose precautionary measures against him for using expressions like 'narco-party' to refer to Morena. Moreno requested a review of their actions under the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act, which allows for economic sanctions and restrictions on entry to U.S. territory. This move comes after a dispute with the National Electoral Institute (INE) and a precautionary measure requiring the removal of nine publications that used terms such as 'narco-government', 'narco-politicians', 'narco-dictatorship', 'Morena Cartel', and 'narco-party'.
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    South Korean Football Federation Scandal: Referees Received Sexual Services

    A scandal has erupted in South Korean football after a government report revealed that the Football Federation paid for referees' visits to massage parlors using corporate credit cards. The 'rose' scandal involves at least 8 payments totaling $4,000 during the 2011/12 season, with some incidents occurring before or after important World Cup and Olympic Games qualifying matches. The KFA apologized, stating that rules have changed since 2013 to prevent such expenses.
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    Albanians Demand Rama's Resignation in Mass Protests

    Albanians have been protesting for over two months in Tirana, demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. The marches, which started on day 72, have seen a significant presence of Albanian diaspora joining in. Protesters, including those from the diaspora, have been chanting slogans like 'Albania demands revolution!', 'Rama resign!', and 'Down with communists!'. The protests have been ongoing for 85 days as of now.
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  6. PoliticsCorruptionIndictmentProtestMiddle East

    Haddad Denies Sharing Stage with Drug Trafficker's Sister

    In a heated exchange during the Governor of São Paulo debate, Tarcísio de Freitas (Republicanos) accused Fernando Haddad (PT) of sharing a stage with the sister of a drug trafficker in Favela do Moinho. Haddad denied the accusation, stating that no such event occurred and that Freitas was lying. The incident was widely reported last year, with many questioning how the president's team allowed a drug trafficking suspect to share the stage with high-ranking government officials.
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  8. WorldLocal GovProtestMiddle East

    Hamas Condemns Closure of Ibrahimi Mosque

    Hamas has condemned the closure of the Ibrahimi Mosque in Hebron by Israeli occupation forces, stating that it is a violation of freedom of worship and an attack on Islamic sanctities. The group has warned that this action is part of a policy aimed at erasing the Islamic and Arab identity of Hebron and imposing a Jewish reality on the mosque. Hamas has called on the international community and human rights institutions to intervene immediately and stop the violations, ensuring freedom of worship.
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    Gun Threat Prompts Security Alert at Montfort College

    Montfort College in Chiang Mai was put on high alert after two male students allegedly posted a gun photograph and threats to carry out a shooting at 10am. Police identified one student and were searching for another. Security was tightened at schools across Chiang Mai following the Debsirin Nonthaburi School shooting. No violence occurred at Montfort College, and students continued attending classes under close security coordination with Mae Ping police.
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    Trump Endorses Darline Graham for South Carolina Senate Seat

    President Donald Trump has endorsed Darline Graham, sister of late Sen. Lindsey Graham, in South Carolina's special Republican primary. Darline Graham is running to fill her brother's seat and has emphasized her conservative values and commitment to South Carolina families. She has faced criticism for her lack of political experience but has gained momentum with Trump's endorsement. The primary election is scheduled for Tuesday, with a runoff likely if no candidate receives a majority of the votes.
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