Anti-ice protesters accused of using fireworks, motorcycles against police

Anti-ice protesters accused of using fireworks, motorcycles against police

The top prosecutor in Los Angeles filed charges of eight alleged assaults on police officers, destroying buildings and robbing stores. At a press conference Wednesday afternoon. Atti. Nathan Hochman vowed to “strongly protect people’s right to gather peacefully” but also warned that those involved in violence, theft or property damage would face serious consequences. “If…

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Pakistan's Afghans face “strengthening abuse strategies”, report says deportation deadline is imminent

Pakistan's Afghans face “strengthening abuse strategies”, report says deportation deadline is imminent

Afghan refugees face “strengthening abuse tactics” in Pakistan, while ongoing pressure to expel illegal foreigners and Afghan citizen card holders, a new report says. The U.S.-based Human Rights Watch (HRW) issued an alert in a report released Wednesday. The NGO called on the international community to prevent the deportation of people back to Afghanistan, where…

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