‘No Kings’ protests across the US, Europe amid anger over Trump policies
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Washington: Massive protests under the banner of ‘No Kings’ were held across the United States and parts of Europe, with organisers claiming millions participated to oppose policies of US President Donald Trump.
The protesters were driven by anger over issues including the war in Iran, immigration enforcement, social rights, and economic inequality. One of the largest gatherings occurred in St. Paul, Minnesota, which became a key focal point of the protests.
Singer Bruce Springsteen joined the St. Paul protest, performing in solidarity and saying, “Your fight has shown that this is still America.”
Across all 50 states, more than 3,100 protests were held, with an estimated 9 million participants, from major cities like New York to smaller towns in Idaho.
Protesters used creative and satirical messaging, including slogans like “Cats Against Trump,” seen at rallies in cities such as Topeka, Kansas. Chants of “No kings” echoed near the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The protests also come amid tensions over federal immigration enforcement actions, including controversial incidents that have sparked unrest in cities such as Minneapolis.
The White House dismissed the protesters as “left-wing-inspired,” while Republican leaders criticised the protests. Outside the US, similar protests were held in London, Paris, and Rome, where participants raised anti-war slogans.
In San Diego, around 40,000 people participated, while civil rights organizations in New York expressed opposition to federal policies.
“The voices of millions of people cannot be ignored,” said Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers.
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Three militants arrested in Manipur
Imphal (PTI): Three militants have been arrested in Imphal East and West districts of Manipur, while 16 IEDs have been seized in a separate operation near the India-Myanmar border, a police statement said on Sunday.
Three cadres of the banned Kangleipak Communist Party (PWG) outfit have been apprehended from different locations in the twin Imphal districts on Saturday.
An insurgent, identified as Thangjam Yaiphaba Meitei (32), was arrested from his residence at Yumnam Patlou Mamang Leikai in Imphal East district, while Laitonjam Ramakanta (35) was apprehended from Khurai Arambam in the same district, the statement said.
The third militant, Thongam Herojit (39), was arrested from his residence at Tendongyang Mayai Leikai in Imphal West district.
Meanwhile, security forces seized a cache of arms and explosives near Yangoubung village in Moreh police station area in Tengnoupal district on Friday.
An AK-47 rifle with a magazine, two 9mm pistols with magazines, 16 IEDs, four detonators, a safety fuse, and eight batteries, along with Myanmar currency of 16,800 Kyats, were seized during the operation, it said, adding the IEDs were defused on the spot.
