Tag: Protest
Yle rejects the demand to change the story about the Elokapina protests
The prosecutor claims that the woman who paid the climate protesters' fines should be punished for inciting criminal acts.
Monday papers: New strike wave, traffic safety, outlook on the weather
The Monday morning papers extensively report on the new wave of strikes, which began to protest against the government's labor market policy.
Now the way is open for Trump
Former US President Donald Trump won big on Super Tuesday, extending his already large lead over challenger Nikki Haley. The next day, Haley announced her resignation. Formally, he picks up the nomination at the party's convention this summer, but given Haley's interruption, we can already state that the election in 2024 will be between Donald…
Protest in parliament
Birgir Ármannsson, the speaker of the Icelandic Parliament, had to adjourn the parliament due to protests from a man who apparently threatened to jump from the gallery at the same time as Justice Minister Guðrún Hafsteinsdóttir was presenting a new law on asylum seekers. Ásmundur Friðriksson, an MP from the Independence Party, shared a recording…
Today, Alexei Navalny is buried
Today, opposition politician Alexei Navalny is buried in Moscow, Russia. It has been two weeks since he died in a penal colony in Siberia where he was imprisoned and there is now speculation as to whether there will be protests critical of the regime in connection with the funeral. Hear SR's Russia correspondent Maria Persson…
Experts question the arguments of Finnish ministers to curb political strikes
“When we use Sweden as an example, which we follow in many respects, political strikes have practically been limited to two or three hours,” he comment For YLE in February. Minister of Economy Will Rydman (PS), on the other hand, is one of several members of the government who have argued that the industrial peace…
Wednesday papers: Strikes high, Russia's most wanted, most dangerous roads
Strikes protesting the government's labor policies and welfare cuts are in full swing, hitting key sectors of the economy and affecting everyday life.
Doodles, poems, protests – election officials reject 20,000 votes in second round
In central Finland, the number of rejected votes in the second round of the presidential election almost tripled compared to the first round.
Halla-aho of the fundamental Finns retains the role of speaker of the parliament despite the protest votes
Jussi Halla-aho received the support of only 91 MPs when he received 134 votes after being appointed to the post last summer.
Increased violence by Israeli forces against Palestinians in the West Bank, reports Amnesty
This increase in violence includes deadly attacks and disproportionate force, increasing tensions in the region. A notable reported tactic was a raid by Israeli forces disguised as medical personnel. In 2023, at least 507 Palestinians, including at least 81 children, were killed in the West Bank, marking a significant increase in fatalities since October 7…
The Russian military risks a fuel stoppage after an attack on an oil depot
Hear about how the Russian military may be affected by the bombing of several Russian oil facilities by Ukraine, such as the important Russian export port on the Baltic Sea, Ust-Luga near Saint Petersburg. Gas tanks exploded and firefighters covered large cisterns in extinguishing foam. At the same time, there are reports that Russia is…
Paper workers join the strike
Trade unions are preparing for a wave of protests against the government's plans.
The Finnish Aviation Federation confirms its participation in the strikes on 1–2. February
Organized as a protest against the labor market reforms and social security cuts planned by the Prime Minister's government Petteri Orpo (NCP), the shutdowns will primarily take place on February 1 and 2 between 2 and 6 p.m. Finnair, the majority-owned airline of the Finnish state, has reported that industrial action announced by several unions…
Helsinki gathers for the cause of Palestine and South Africa's charge of genocide against Israel
The march from Rautatientori to the Parliament is expected to attract a diverse audience, including Finnish politicians, artists and activists, who will each lend their voice to the cause. The demonstration highlights the broader narrative of Finland's foreign policy – unwavering support for justice in international conflicts, which reflects its stance on Ukraine. The focus…
Finnish and Icelandic artists call for Israel to be excluded from Eurovision due to Gaza war crimes allegations
The announcement comes amid international criticism of the Eurovision Song Contest's organizer, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), for allowing Israel to participate. Critics cite Israel's actions in Gaza as a primary concern, leading to a boycott. The situation repeats a similar scenario in 2022, when Russia was quickly banned after occupying Ukraine. Russia's ban from…
Strikes will stop work in two key industrial areas in Finland in February
The strike indirectly affects around 7,000 employees. The professional association Pro announced later yesterday that it would organize two-day work stoppages at 14 workplaces, which are mainly located in these two areas. The strikes are held as a protest against the labor market reforms and social security cuts implemented by the Prime Minister's government. Petteri…
The Industrial Union is calling more strikes in protest against the government's program
In addition to the Porvoo oil refinery, the union announced that it will close the heavy industrial area in Kokkola and Kilpilahti.
This is how the military junta loses its grip on Myanmar
When the military took power in Myanmar in a coup d'état in 2021, the population went out of their houses to protest. The military responded by shooting down the protesters. Hear Axel Kronholm, Southeast Asia correspondent, tell about how ordinary Burmese are fighting the dictatorship. Former office workers and teachers who fled into the country's…
Russians, dual citizens, protest against the closing of the Finnish border
Most of the participants were Russian speakers living in Finland, who demanded the reopening of the border in order to visit their relatives in Russia.
The demonstration at the headquarters of Helsingin Sanomat calls for balanced reporting on the conflict in the Middle East
Protesters who had previously sought a meeting with Helsingin Sanomat journalists expressed their concern over the mounting evidence that points to Israel's deliberate violence against journalists. They emphasized that Helsingin Sanomat's reporting on Palestinian-Israeli events contradicts its stated commitment to promoting journalistic freedom and freedom of speech. During the demonstration, the participants distributed pastiches of…
Protesters disturb the parliament, throw fake money at MPs
A group calling itself “Pro-Cut Millionaires” (roughly translated) said it was behind the protest.
HS: Buses can stop in Finland's largest cities on Thursday
Johannes LaitilaThe communications manager of Helsinki Region Transport (HSL) stated to Helsingin Sanomat on Sunday that the strikes, if they occur simultaneously, can cause “fairly large disruptions” to public transport in the capital region. Sanomalehti added that in Helsinki the strikes would practically shut down all public transport. He revealed that the municipal association will…
EU countries ban Koran burning
Denmark will punish desecration of a holy book with up to two years in prison under a new law Denmark's parliament passed a law banning desecration of holy texts such as the Koran, Torah and Bible on Thursday after a controversial debate. Violators face up to two years in prison or a fine. The legislation…
Denmark approves bill to stop Koran burning
Copenhagen – Denmark's parliament on Thursday passed a bill making it illegal to burn copies of the Koran in public places, after protests in Muslim nations over the desecration of Islam's holy book raised Danish security concerns. Denmark and Sweden experienced a series of public protests this year in which anti-Islam activists burned or otherwise…
APN Podcast: Protests, gratitude and a Eurovision superstar celebrate Independence Day
Independence Day is a time of reflection, gratitude and sometimes protest.
Protesters criticize the police for excessive use of force during the Helsinki demonstration
One member of the “Helsinki without Nazis” protest said the police actions were “aggressive and deliberate”.
The police arrested the Independence Day demonstrators in Helsinki
At least four protest groups from different political spectrums marched in Helsinki on Wednesday.
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There is strong support for the new defense agreement between Sweden and the USA, in the lunch echo we hear, among others, the Center Party's party leader Muharrem Demirok. The protest movement “Women, Life, Freedom”, which broke out after Mahsa Jina Amini's death last year, has now fallen silent. A method used by the regime…
A protest against Starbucks in Helsinki highlights concerns about the company’s involvement in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
The background of the protest The protesters accused Starbucks of targeting its union’s support for Palestine. This accusation stems from heightened tensions in the region and increased scrutiny of corporate involvement. Global coffee chain Starbucks has come under fire because of its largest shareholder Howard Schultz, who has reportedly invested 1.7 billion euros in Israeli…
Another Russian neighbor threatens to close the border
Norway is considering the move as Finland accuses Moscow of exacerbating the migrant crisis Norway may close its only border crossing with Russia, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store has warned, according to the country’s TV2 channel. The threat comes amid deteriorating relations between the Scandinavian states and Russia. Finland will close all border crossings except…
Another Russian neighbor may close the border
Norway is considering the move as Finland accuses Russia of exacerbating the migrant crisis Norway can close its border crossing with Russia, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store has said, according to TV2. This comes amid deteriorating relations between the Scandinavian states and Russia, with Finland set to close all but one border crossing with its…