At least 27 people have been killed and more than 100 others were wounded in clashes at a prison in Sri Lanka, according to a medical official.

Violence broke out at the prison in Negombo, about 35 kilometres (22 miles) north of the capital, Colombo, on Sunday and continued on Monday, according to local media reports and police.

Sri Lanka Negombo prison clashes: Death toll continues to rise, over 50 injured in clashes

At least 25 people have been killed and more than 100 others were wounded in clashes at a prison in Sri Lanka, according to a medical official.

Violence broke out at the prison in Negombo, about 35 kilometres (22 miles) north of the capital, Colombo, on Sunday and continued on Monday, according to local media reports and police.

Sri Lanka Negombo prison clashes: At least 25 killed, cause unknown 

A wave of violent unrest has broken out in Belfast following a brutal stabbing incident, with reports of masked groups setting fire to homes and vehicles. The UK government has strongly condemned the violence, calling it “racist thuggery” as tensions rise over anti-immigration sentiments. Authorities are working to restore order while investigations continue into both the initial attack and the subsequent escalation of street violence.


Belfast Violence: Anti-Immigration Riots Escalate, Police Deploy Water Cannons 

Belfast has witnessed scenes of unrest after a knife attack triggered anti-immigrant protests that escalated into riots. Demonstrators clashed with police as tensions spread across parts of the city, with reports of property damage, fires and public disorder. Authorities have increased security measures while urging calm. 


Belfast Erupts In Riots After Brutal Knife Attack Sparks Tensions

Turkish riot police ​fired tear gas and forced their way into the main opposition party's headquarters to evict its ousted leadership on ‌Sunday, fuelling a crisis at the heart of Turkey's democracy.
Clouds of tear gas billowed within the Republican People's Party (CHP) building while those inside shouted and threw objects at the entrance as police broke through a makeshift barricade. There were no reports of injuries during the intervention.

Turkey Protests Erupt Over Opposition Leadership

Guatemala plunged into chaos after gang-related prison riots left at least seven police officers dead and 10 injured. The violence erupted following the transfer of a Barrio 18 gang leader, with inmates taking 46 hostages across three men’s prisons before security forces regained control.


Guatemala gang violence: Riots after Guatemalan gang leader transferred to another prison 

Iran will offer no leniency to “rioters”, though the public has a right to demonstrate, the head of the country’s judiciary said on Monday (January 5, 2026), following more than a week of sometimes-deadly protests.

Iran Warns No Leniency For Rioters Amid Protests | UN Urges Iran To Respect Peaceful Rioters

Nepal has conducted the cremation of protest victims with full state honors, acknowledging their role in recent demonstrations. The move comes amid rising tensions and public outcry, as the government faces pressure to address protester demands and investigate use of force.


Nepal: At least 72 died during Gen Z protests 

Former Nepalese Deputy Prime Minister Rabi Lamichhane, who was briefly freed during a Gen-Z-led protest jailbreak, has been returned to custody.


Nepal protests: Nepal Ex-PM Lamichhane back in custody after protest jailbreak  

Mass protests led by Nepal’s Gen Z have erupted over economic and political issues, disrupting tourism and damaging major luxury hotels like Hilton and Hyatt. The unrest poses new challenges for the country's travel industry.


Nepal: Parliament dissolved, elections expected in March next year 

Sushila Karki, 73, is not a politician by background. She is best known for her tenure as the first woman chief justice of Nepal. Sushila Karki became Nepal’s next Prime Minister amid growing youth protests demanding the dissolution of parliament.


Nepal: Transition government to last six months, elections set for March 2026

Sushila Karki became Nepal’s next Prime Minister amid growing youth protests demanding the dissolution of parliament.


Nepal sets March 5 elections as interim PM Sushila Karki takes charge; PM Modi extends ‘best wishes’

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: Death toll rises to 51; meeting on interim government shortly

Nepal unrest: 51 dead, over 1,300 injured, Nepal youth divide over PM face 

Nepal Unrest: Former Chief Justice Sushila Karki has been appointed Nepal’s interim leader, just a day after mass protests toppled the government over corruption and nepotism allegations. As the first woman to serve as Nepal’s Chief Justice, Karki will guide the country through a transitional period until new elections are held.


Nepal protest: Protesters push Sushila Karki as PM candidate for her zero tolerance on corruption

Nepal Protests: Nepal has plunged into chaos as Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli resigned amid violent protests that left dozens dead. With the army taking full charge of security in Kathmandu, the nation faces its most explosive crisis in years.


Nepal protests: 30 dead, Parliament, Supreme Court left in complete ruins 

Nepal's Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has resigned in the wake of public outrage over the killing of 22 people in police clashes with anti-corruption protesters.

His office said he had stepped down to pave the way for a constitutional solution to the massive youth-led protests over widespread allegations of corruption and sparked by a social media ban, which has since been withdrawn.

Nepal protest: Youth protest against corruption and economic stagnation

Nepal GenZ protest: Protesters demand Lamichhane to be appointed as next PM

In an unprecedented escalation, furious Gen Z protesters have reportedly set the Nepal Parliament building ablaze amid nationwide anti-government protests. Public outrage over corruption, police violence, and political failure has reached a boiling point. With key government buildings under attack and top leaders resigning, Nepal is in full-blown crisis mode. 


Nepal GenZ protests: At least 22 dead, hundreds injured 

Several youths reported missing in Kenya were freed from their captors and discovered in towns across the country. The releases follow pressure from activists demanding justice for those who disappeared after criticizing president William Ruto's governance and alleged corruption.

Police Abductions In Kenya Spark Riots and Anger

According to Sambhal officials, they "stumbled" upon the Hindu temple when an anti-encroachment drive was carried out in the Khaggu Sarai area close to the Shahi Jama Masjid

 



Ancient Hindu temple, closed since 1978 riots, reopens in India's Sambhal

Russian Chess Federation Chief Andrei Filatov has accused China’s Ding Liren of deliberately losing the World Chess Championship contest against India’s D Gukesh after the latter won his maiden title in Singapore on Thursday (Dec 12).

Incidents of violence arson and looting have taken over the headlines after a stabbing rampage at a dance class left three young girls dead and many more wounded. Watch in for more details!

Online disinformation fueled UK riots: Posts with false identity viewed over 4,20,000 times: Report

Authorities in the United Kingdom have charged the first adult with rioting in connection with the recent nationwide anti-immigration protests which turned violent.

UK riots: First adult charged with rioting, around 100 given sentences so far

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