Tanzanian authorities have released several leaders of the main opposition party CHADEMA and hundreds of their supporters after mass arrests related to a banned youth meeting. The arrests sparked criticism from human rights organizations, who see them as an attempt to intimidate the opposition ahead of upcoming elections. While some progress has been made in easing restrictions on media and the opposition, concerns remain regarding arbitrary detentions.
Anti-Israel protests at New York University (NYU) escalated on Monday, leading to mass arrests by the New York City Police Department (NYPD). The university released a statement explaining that it supports students’ rights to protest but prioritizes safety. The arrests began after protesters refused to leave Gould Plaza despite university requests and police orders. The protest was part of nationwide demonstrations against Israel’s ongoing war against Hamas in Gaza.
