Gen Z Across Globe Demand Accountability From Their Leaders | GRAVITAS

From lima to manila, to Kathmandu & Jakarta, youth-led stir shaping political landscape
As gen z takes stand from social media to streets.


Gen Z Across Globe Demand Accountability From Their Leaders 

Peru Protests: Gen Z Protesters Clash With Police in Peru's Capital Lima | WION Race To Power

Peru: On Saturday, September 20, hundreds of demonstrators rallied in the Peruvian capital to protest corruption, organized crime, and recent pension reforms. Tensions escalated as police fired tear gas to disperse the crowd, while protesters retaliated by throwing stones and sticks.


Peru Protests: Gen Z Protesters Clash With Police in Peru's Capital Lima

Turkey’s main opposition party, the CHP, re-elected its leader Özgür Özel at an extraordinary congress on Sunday, as the party faces a wave of legal challenges that critics claim are politically motivated.


Embattled Turkey Opposition Re-Elects Leader At Party Congress

Israel-Gaza War: Hundreds of thousands of demonstrators in Israel marched through the streets, calling for an end to the conflict in Gaza and the release of hostages held in the blockaded territory.

Israel-Gaza War: Protesters In Israel Demand End To Gaza War, Chant For Hostages' Safe Return|

Nepal: Gen Z Disappears From Social Media as Police Launch Massive Data Hunt

A 73-year-old Punjabi grandmother who has lived in California’s East Bay for more than three decades is at the centre of a growing outcry after US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detained her last week during what was supposed to be a routine check-in.



ICE Detains 73-Year-Old Bay Area Grandmother, Protesters Rally Outside ICE Headquarters 

Turkish riot police used pepper spray to disperse officials of the opposition CHP party inside their Istanbul headquarters, making way for a court-appointed interim chair. The raid follows a court order suspending the party’s provincial leadership over alleged irregularities, and comes amid a broader crackdown that has already seen the arrest of popular Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu.



Turkey Protests: Protestors Chant For Erdogan's Resignation Ahead of Key Court Ruling 

Nepal's Gen Z protesters are still divided over who should lead the next interim government, despite their massive demonstrations that ousted Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli's government. In a recent online vote on Discord, a majority of participants favored former Chief Justice Sushila Karki, known for her anti-corruption stance, to lead the interim government. However, another contender has emerged in the form of Kul Man Ghising, the former head of the Nepal Electricity Authority, credited with ending the country's chronic power blackouts.


Nepal Protests: Rival Factions Reject Sushila Karki's Nomination | WION

Rival Factions Reject Sushila Karki's Nomination, Call for Experienced Leaders to Join the Govt

Nepal's Gen Z protesters are still divided over who should lead the next interim government, despite their massive demonstrations that ousted Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli's government. In a recent online vote on Discord, a majority of participants favored former Chief Justice Sushila Karki, known for her anti-corruption stance, to lead the interim government. However, another contender has emerged in the form of Kul Man Ghising, the former head of the Nepal Electricity Authority, credited with ending the country's chronic power blackouts.



Rival Factions Reject Sushila Karki's Nomination, Call for Experienced Leaders to Join the Govt

Nepal is on edge as Gen Z-led protests erupt over a controversial social media ban. With 19 dead, three ministers gone, and Prime Minister KP Oli under pressure, what started as a digital crackdown has become a nationwide rebellion against corruption, censorship, and broken trust.

PM Oli's residence set on fire | Nepal protests intensify again

Protests in Nepal reached a boiling point as demonstrators vandalised and set fire to Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s private residence. The escalation follows days of unrest over a controversial social media ban and growing public anger over corruption and governance. Security forces remain on high alert as tensions continue to rise.

PM Oli's private residence vandalised, set ablaze | Nepal protests intensify

Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has officially resigned amid intensifying anti-government protests that erupted following a controversial social media ban and growing public anger over corruption. The unrest, led largely by the country’s youth, has left 19 dead and forced multiple cabinet resignations, marking a major political shake-up in Kathmandu.


Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli resigns amid violent protests

Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has officially resigned amid intensifying anti-government protests that erupted following a controversial social media ban and growing public anger over corruption. The unrest, led largely by the country’s youth, has left 19 dead and forced multiple cabinet resignations, marking a major political shake-up in Kathmandu.

 Fresh protests erupt in Nepal: Two more ministers resign | 19 dead, over 400 injured

Nepal is on edge as Gen Z-led protests erupt over a controversial social media ban. With 19 dead, three ministers gone, and Prime Minister KP Oli under pressure, what started as a digital crackdown has become a nationwide rebellion against corruption, censorship, and broken trust.


 Nepal protests reignite: Calls for Oli's resignation intensify

France has plunged into political uncertainty after Prime Minister François Bayrou lost a crucial no-confidence vote, leading to the collapse of the government.

French government collapses: PM Bayoru to resign, Macron faces calls for impeachment 

Following the deadly protests and mounting international pressure, the Nepal government has officially lifted its controversial social media ban. The move comes after nationwide unrest led by Gen Z protesters demanding digital freedom and government accountability.

Nepal Gen Z protests: Government lifts social media ban following deadly protests

Following the deadly protests and mounting international pressure, the Nepal government has officially lifted its controversial social media ban. The move comes after nationwide unrest led by Gen Z protesters demanding digital freedom and government accountability.


Nepal government lifts social media ban following deadly protests: 19 dead

Massive student protests erupt in Jakarta as thousands take to the streets demanding government action on rising costs, unemployment, and corruption. Clashes with police escalate tensions as pressure mounts on Indonesian authorities to respond. Here's what you need to know.

Indonesia tensions: Jakarta student protests escalate: Demand govt. action

Indonesian authorities seeking to quell nationwide anti-government protests on Wednesday fired a police officer involved in the death of a bystander during unrest in Jakarta last week.



Indonesia Protests: Women in Pink Take Out March, Join Ongoing Protests in Indonesia | WION

Mass protests in Indonesia turned violent as clashes between demonstrators and police left seven people dead, with rights groups reporting at least 20 missing. Watch the video to find out more on this!

Indonesia gripped in widespread anti-government protests | Mounting global pressure 

The United Nations has expressed deep concern over the escalating violence in Indonesia during widespread protests against parliamentary allowances and austerity measures. With reports of excessive force used by security forces, the UN has urged authorities to respect rights to peaceful assembly and expression. Spokesperson Ravina Shamdasani called for restraint, dialogue, and transparent investigations. The unrest has seen clashes, fires, and a heavy police crackdown across multiple regions.

Indonesia protests escalate: UN urges restraint, dialogue amid violence

Indonesia: Protests in Indonesia turned deadly, leaving six people dead as demonstrators clashed with authorities. In response, President has revoked lawmakers’ perks, signaling a crackdown on political privileges amid growing public anger.

Why Are Anti-Government Protests Taking Place In Indonesia?

Indonesia: Protests in Indonesia turned deadly, leaving six people dead as demonstrators clashed with authorities. In response, President has revoked lawmakers’ perks, signaling a crackdown on political privileges amid growing public anger.


Indonesia: Violence spreads across streets amid clashes between troops and protesters 

Indonesia: Violence continues to erupt on the streets as protesters clash with troops, with scenes of chaos and unrest spreading across cities.


Indonesia: Violence spreads across streets amid clashes between troops and protesters | WION 

French Prime Minister François Bayrou has declared that the “fate of France” is on the line in a confidence vote scheduled for September 8, 2025. He initiated the vote amid a fierce budget impasse involving €44 billion in spending cuts, elimination of public holidays, and spending freezes. Bayrou’s minority government is expected to lose, with opposition parties firmly against his austerity measures

French Prime Minister Bayrou says fate of France is at stake in confidence vote

Nationwide protests have erupted in Indonesia after lawmakers were revealed to receive a monthly housing allowance of approximately $3,075—nearly ten times Jakarta’s minimum wage. The unrest turned violent, resulting in at least six deaths, including a motorbike driver killed by a police vehicle and a student during clashes. Rioters also set fire to government buildings and parliament offices. In response, President Prabowo Subianto canceled a state visit to China, announced the revocation of the controversial allowances, and suspended overseas trips for MPs. He also warned that violent protests edging toward treason or terrorism would not be tolerated and called for peaceful dialogue with public representatives. Markets have reacted sharply, with stocks dropping and economic uncertainty rising amid the growing anger over inequality and political privilege.

Indonesia's president Prabowo Subianto pulls out on perks received by lawmakers

Australia Protests: Clashes broke out during an anti-immigration protest in Australia, leaving several injured and prompting a heavy police response.


Australia: Clashes Erupt at Anti-Immigration Protest

Indonesia: President Prabowo Subianto has scrapped perks for lawmakers in response to nationwide protests that left six people dead.


Indonesia: President Prabowo Scraps Lawmakers’ Perks Amid Deadly Protests

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces heat as Israelis rise against his 'Gaza Takeover Plan'. The protestors demand a deal for the hostages to be freed.

Israeli protestors demand deal for hostages in Gaza

Thousands rallied at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv on August 23, 2025, calling on the Israeli government to secure the immediate release of hostages still held in Gaza by Hamas.

This week’s demonstration, led by families of the abducted, was a powerful yet peaceful appeal—urging citizens to join without engaging in a strike, unlike previous protests.

'Bring them home': Emotional protest in Tel Aviv for hostages in Gaza 

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