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

Nepal’s interim government, led by Sushila Karki, on Sunday set up a three-member probe committee headed by a former Supreme Court judge to investigate the ‘Gen Z’ protests in which 72 people were killed and led to the toppling of the K P Sharma Oli government. Former justice Gauri Bahadur Karki, former additional inspector general of police Bigyan Ran Sharma and legal expert Bishweshwor Prasad Bhandari are members of the committee, Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal told reporters at Singhdurbar Secretariat. The probe committee will have to submit its report to the government within three months, he added.

Nepal's Interim Government Forms Probe Panel To Investigate Gen Z Protest Deaths

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: Hundreds Protest in Lima as Gen Z Clashes With Police Over Boluarte Rule 

Russia-Ukraine: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called on the United States to impose stronger measures against Russia amid ongoing conflict. He emphasized the need for harsher sanctions and increased support to counter Russian aggression, signaling Kyiv’s push for a firmer international response.

Russia-Ukraine: Ukraine’s Zelenskyy Calls for Stronger Action from the U.S. Against Russia 

Russia-Ukraine War: Overnight, Russia launched a massive assault on Ukraine, firing 40 missiles and nearly 580 drones across multiple regions. Officials report at least three people were killed, with dozens more injured.


Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Strikes Ukraine with 580 Drones, 40 Missiles Overnight

Russia-Ukraine War: Officials reported that three people were killed and dozens injured in a coordinated Russian missile and drone assault across multiple Ukrainian cities overnight. President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia launched 40 missiles and nearly 580 drones targeting nine regions, striking infrastructure, residential areas, and civilian enterprises.

Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Fires 40 Missiles, 580 Drones at Ukraine, Killing 3  

The unrest and upheaval in Nepal by Gen Z protesters have toppled the government in less than 48 hours, but at a devastating cost.
Over 72 people have lost their lives, and the economic damage is staggering.
Take a look at this next report for more...//

Nepal: Unemployment Fuels Exodus Abroad 

Nepal’s Gen Z protesters wipe their social media as police chase them, armed with 30,000 emails of violence and looting. The digital battlefield is born where being online now means being a target.

Nepal Gen Z Protesters Delete Digital Trail Amid Crackdown

France witnessed a massive nationwide strike as anger against President Emmanuel Macron’s policies spread, bringing cities to a standstill with protests and demonstrations. Watch to know more on this!

Nationwide Strike In France: Anti-Macron Anger Spreads Across Nation 

Bangladesh has approved the export of 1,200 tonnes of Hilsa to India—half the quantity it permitted around the same time in 2024. With the festive season approaching, the Bangladeshi government has set a minimum export price of Rs 1,100 per kg (approximately \$12.5/kg), reflecting Hilsa’s reputation as a delicacy prized by discerning fish lovers.


First Consignment Of Hilsa Fish From Bangladesh Reaches India

The broader US Economy has been holding up well despite predictions of a significant slowdown in consumer spending but for a large swaths of Americans, the recession is already here. Leading indicators of recessionary trends in the US Look ominous. The federal reserve confirmed concerns in the job market by cutting rates by 0.25 percent and keeping the door open for more easing. Take a look at the next report for more on this.

US Recession: For Many Americans, Recession Is Already Here | 

Libyan authorities confirmed rescuing at least 35 migrants near the Tunisian border. Watch the video the know more on this! 

Libya: At Least 35 Migrants Saved Near Tunisian Border 

Israel-Gaza: At least 16 Palestinians, among them women and children, were killed in overnight strikes as Israeli forces pressed forward with a fresh ground assault in Gaza City.


Israel-Gaza: Israeli Forces Push New Gaza Offensive; 16 Killed in Overnight Strikes 

Ukraine has escalated strikes deep inside Russia, hitting the Saratov oil refinery, a critical supplier for Russia's war machine.
Explosions and fire were reported as Kyiv ramps up drone warfare against Russian energy hubs.
Russia has retaliated with waves of drone and missile attacks across Ukraine, while Zelensky warns of an "aerial terror" campaign.
The UN flags fresh nuclear risks near Zaporizhzhia, Washington approves new weapons, and Putin personally oversees nuclear war drills with Belarus.

Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine hits Russian oil lifeline as Moscow rains fire on multiple fronts 

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 Declares National Mourning, Holiday to Honour Gen-Z Protest Victims

The oil facility is one of Russia’s largest, and is responsible for producing more than 350,000 barrels of crude oil daily. Kyiv says clamping down on Russia’s oil industry, which it says finances the Kremlin’s war, will pressure them towards agreeing to negotiate an end to the fighting.


Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky says this war is solely Putin's war, the war of Russia alone

Russia-Ukraine war: Trump says Europe must stop buying Russian oil; EU eyes additional sanctions

PM Modi Turns 75: U.S. President Donald Trump called Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 75th birthday, exchanging warm wishes amid ongoing trade talks between the two nations.


PM Modi Turns 75: President Trump Calls to Wish, PM Thanks 'Friend' Amid  Trade Talks

Pakistan’s military announced it killed 31 Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants during a major operation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The offensive highlights Islamabad’s ongoing fight against terrorism in the region. Watch to know more on this!

Pakistan Military Says It Killed 31 Militants In Northwest Pakistan

Pakistan’s military announced it killed 31 Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants during a major operation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The offensive highlights Islamabad’s ongoing fight against terrorism in the region. Watch to know more on this!


Pakistan Military Kills 31 TTP Militants In Operation Carried Out In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Nigeria hosted the 2025 albinism advocacy pageant, an event dedicated to celebrating beauty, diversity and breaking long-standing stigmas around albinism. Watch to know more on this!


Nigeria’s albinism community gets its first beauty queen in Lagos 

Kopano Mokhele, a fitness coach and owner of the anti-diet weightloss community, has taken an unconventional approach to understanding his clients' struggles, intentionally gaining weight to walk in their shoes and better connect with them.

South African fitness coach gains weight to relate to clients 

Nigerian chef Hilda Baci has broken the world record for cooking the largest ever pot of jollof rice in Lagos. Watch to know more updates on this!

Nigerian chef breaks world record for largest Jollof rice dish 

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