Nigeria: Police Use Tear Gas on Protesters Demanding Nnamdi Kanu’s Release

Nigerian police fired tear gas to disperse demonstrators who gathered in the capital, Abuja, on Monday, October 20, demanding the release of separatist leader Nnamdi Kanu. The #FreeNnamdiKanu protests oppose the continued detention of Kanu, who remains in custody since 2021 on terrorism charges.

RECAP: Vigils Across America Pay Tribute to Charlie Kirk After Fatal Shooting

Following the shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk on September 10, 2025, supporters across the United States held candlelight vigils to honor his memory. Events took place in multiple cities, with participants gathering to pay tribute, share memories, and reaffirm their commitment to the causes Kirk championed. The nationwide vigils highlighted Kirk’s influence in conservative circles and the widespread impact of his sudden death on supporters and the broader political community.

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Vigils have been held across the U.S. to pay tribute to Charlie Kirk, a 31-year-old conservative activist and close ally of Donald Trump, who was fatally shot in the neck during a speech at Utah Valley University. This video shows a sunset vigil in Clearwater, Florida, held on Sunday, September 14.

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Vigils have been held across the U.S. to pay tribute to Charlie Kirk, a 31-year-old conservative activist and close ally of Donald Trump, who was fatally shot in the neck during a speech at Utah Valley University. This video shows a sunset vigil in Clearwater, Florida, held on Sunday, September 14.

Spain: Vigil for Charlie Kirk Draws Crowd to U.S. Embassy in Madrid

A vigil was held as supporters gathered outside the U.S. Embassy in Madrid, Spain, to mourn Charlie Kirk, the U.S. conservative activist and close ally of President Donald Trump, who was fatally shot during an event at Utah Valley University on September 10.

US: Hundreds Attend Charlie Kirk Vigil in Burlington, Kentucky

Hundreds of people attended a vigil to honor Charlie Kirk, in Burlington, Kentucky on Wednesday, September 17.

US: Hundreds Hold Vigil at NDSU for Charlie Kirk Following Assassination

Hundreds of supporters gathered Tuesday night, September 16, at North Dakota State University to hold a candlelight vigil in memory of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated on September 10 while speaking at an event in Utah.

US: Flowers Laid at Charlie Kirk Memorial in Turning Point USA’s Original Office

A memorial site for Charlie Kirk, who was shot dead during a speech in Utah, was set up in Lemont, Illinois, the founding city of Turning Point USA. The video shows flowers and U.S. flags laid in front of the organization’s original office.

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Thousands of mourners gathered at Huntington Beach Pier, California, on Sunday, September 14, for a vigil for Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist who was shot dead while speaking at Utah Valley University on September 10.

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A candlelight vigil was held Monday night, September 15 at the University of Texas at San Antonio to honor Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA, who was assassinated last week during a speech in Utah.

US: Candlelight Vigil at UTSA Honors Charlie Kirk

A candlelight vigil was held Monday night, September 15 at the University of Texas at San Antonio to honor Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA, who was assassinated last week during a speech in Utah.

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Vigils have been held across the U.S. to pay tribute to Charlie Kirk, a 31-year-old conservative activist and close ally of Donald Trump, who was fatally shot in the neck during a speech at Utah Valley University.

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Vigils have been held across the U.S. to pay tribute to Charlie Kirk, a 31-year-old conservative activist and close ally of Donald Trump, who was fatally shot in the neck during a speech at Utah Valley University.

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Vigils have been held across the U.S. to pay tribute to Charlie Kirk, a 31-year-old conservative activist and close ally of Donald Trump, who was fatally shot in the neck during a speech at Utah Valley University.

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Vigils were held across the U.S. over the weekend to pay tribute to Charlie Kirk, a 31-year-old conservative activist and close ally of Donald Trump, who was fatally shot in the neck during a speech at Utah Valley University. This video shows crowd gathered for a vigil at Tualatin Community Park in Oregon on Friday, September 12.

US: Vigils Held Nationwide to Pay Tribute to Charlie Kirk

Vigils were held across the U.S. on Sunday, September 14, to pay tribute to Charlie Kirk, a 31-year-old conservative activist and close ally of Donald Trump, who was fatally shot in the neck during a speech at Utah Valley University.

US: Thousands Gather for Vigil for Charlie Kirk in Huntington Beach, California

Thousands of mourners gathered at Huntington Beach Pier, California, on Sunday, September 14, for a vigil for Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist who was shot dead while speaking at Utah Valley University on September 10.

UK: Group Performs Haka at Vigil for Charlie Kirk in London

The traditional haka dance was performed at a vigil for Charlie Kirk in London on Friday, September 12. Hundreds of people attended the event to honor Kirk, a conservative activist and close ally of Donald Trump, who was fatally shot while giving a speech at Utah Valley University.

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Thousands of mourners attended a vigil for Charlie Kirk at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., on Sunday, September 14. Kirk, a conservative activist and close ally of Donald Trump, was fatally shot in the neck during a speech at Utah Valley University.

US: Thousands Attend Vigil for Charlie Kirk in Washington, D.C.

Thousands of mourners attended a vigil for Charlie Kirk at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., on Sunday, September 14. Kirk, a conservative activist and close ally of Donald Trump, was fatally shot in the neck during a speech at Utah Valley University.

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Charlie Kirk, 31, a conservative activist and close ally of Donald Trump, was fatally shot on Wednesday, September 10, while speaking at Utah Valley University. Utah’s governor called it a “political assassination.” Authorities said a person of interest was in custody, though no charges or motive were immediately announced. The killing drew bipartisan condemnation and renewed concerns over rising political violence in the U.S. This video shows people in the audience running for cover right after the shooting.

US: Candlelight Vigil for Charlie Kirk Held in Orem, Utah

A candlelight vigil was held at Orem City Center Park in Utah, on Thursday, September 11, for conservative activist Charlie Kirk, a close ally of Donald Trump, who was fatally shot while speaking at Utah Valley University on Wednesday.

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A candlelight vigil was held at Orem City Center Park in Utah, on Thursday, September 11, for conservative activist Charlie Kirk, a close ally of Donald Trump, who was fatally shot while speaking at Utah Valley University on Wednesday.

US: Supporters Gather Outside Hospital in Utah After Charlie Kirk’s Fatal Shooting

Supporters gathered outside the Timpanogos Regional Hospital in Utah on Wednesday, September 10, after conservative activist Charlie Kirk, a close ally of Donald Trump, was fatally shot in the neck while speaking at Utah Valley University.

File - Trump Ally and Conservative Influencer Charlie Kirk Fatally Shot

File - Trump Ally and Conservative Influencer Charlie Kirk Fatally Shot

Right-wing activist Charlie Kirk debates with CSUN students during his American Comeback tour stop at CSUN in Northridge, Calif., on March 6, 2025. Photo by Benjamin Hanson/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

File - Trump Ally and Conservative Influencer Charlie Kirk Fatally Shot

File - Trump Ally and Conservative Influencer Charlie Kirk Fatally Shot

Right-wing activist Charlie Kirk debates with CSUN students during his American Comeback tour stop at CSUN in Northridge, Calif., on March 6, 2025. Photo by Benjamin Hanson/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

File - Trump Ally and Conservative Influencer Charlie Kirk Fatally Shot

File - Trump Ally and Conservative Influencer Charlie Kirk Fatally Shot

Right-wing activist Charlie Kirk debates with CSUN students during his American Comeback tour stop at CSUN in Northridge, Calif., on March 6, 2025. Photo by Benjamin Hanson/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

File - Trump Ally and Conservative Influencer Charlie Kirk Fatally Shot

File - Trump Ally and Conservative Influencer Charlie Kirk Fatally Shot

Right-wing activist Charlie Kirk debates with CSUN students during his American Comeback tour stop at CSUN in Northridge, Calif., on March 6, 2025. Photo by Benjamin Hanson/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

US: Vigils Held Nationwide After Charlie Kirk Fatally Shot at Utah Valley University

Vigils for Charlie Kirk was held across the U.S. after the conservative activist and close ally of Donald Trump was fatally shot on Wednesday, September 10, while speaking at Utah Valley University.

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Charlie Kirk, 31, a conservative activist and close ally of Donald Trump, was fatally shot on Wednesday, September 10, while speaking at Utah Valley University. Utah’s governor called it a “political assassination.” Authorities said a person of interest was in custody, though no charges or motive were immediately announced. The killing drew bipartisan condemnation and renewed concerns over rising political violence in the U.S. This video shows people in the audience running for cover right after the shooting.

US: Audience Flees After Charlie Kirk Shooting at Utah Valley University

Charlie Kirk, 31, a conservative activist and close ally of Donald Trump, was fatally shot on Wednesday, September 10, while speaking at Utah Valley University. Utah’s governor called it a “political assassination.” Authorities said a person of interest was in custody, though no charges or motive were immediately announced. The killing drew bipartisan condemnation and renewed concerns over rising political violence in the U.S. This video shows people in the audience running for cover right after the shooting.

Protest in Alcalá de Henares Calls for Closure of Illegal Drug Center - Madrid

Protest in Alcalá de Henares Calls for Closure of Illegal Drug Center - Madrid

Spanish national-socialist and Falangist activist Isabel Peralta during a rally in front of the Centro de Acogida de Emergencia y Derivación de Inmigrantes (CAED), July 19, 2025, in Alcalá de Henares, Madrid (Spain). The rally follows the rape of a 21-year-old woman in the vicinity of the CAED on May 28. In the days following the incident, two rallies were also held with the participation of ultra-right-wing groups, where Francoist chants and chants in favor of mass deportations of migrants were heard. Photo by Carlos Luján/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Neo-fascist March in Paris - France

Neo-fascist March in Paris - France

Jean-Eudes Gannat, ultra-right-wing activist takes part in a demonstration to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the death of Sebastien Deyzieu of the "Oeuvre Francaise" ultranationalist group, during a rally at Port-Royal in Paris, France, on May 10, 2025. Deyzieu died after suffering a fall while being pursued by police following a far-right demonstration in Paris in 1994. Photos by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

Thousands Protest Near Democratic Convention - Chicago

Thousands Protest Near Democratic Convention - Chicago

Right-wing activist Julio Rosas attends a protest the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, IL, USA, Monday, August 19, 2024. Photo by Dominic Gwinn/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Ultra-right Demonstration - Paris

Ultra-right Demonstration - Paris

Demonstration by the ultra-right-wing collective “Comite du 9 mai” (C9M) in the streets of Paris in memory of Sebastien Deyzieu, a young Œuvre française activist who died in 1994. Paris, France, on May 11, 2024. Photo by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

Ultra-right Demonstration - Paris

Ultra-right Demonstration - Paris

Demonstration by the ultra-right-wing collective “Comite du 9 mai” (C9M) in the streets of Paris in memory of Sebastien Deyzieu, a young Œuvre française activist who died in 1994. Paris, France, on May 11, 2024. Photo by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

Ultra-right Demonstration - Paris

Ultra-right Demonstration - Paris

Demonstration by the ultra-right-wing collective “Comite du 9 mai” (C9M) in the streets of Paris in memory of Sebastien Deyzieu, a young Œuvre française activist who died in 1994. Paris, France, on May 11, 2024. Photo by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

Ultra-right Demonstration - Paris

Ultra-right Demonstration - Paris

Demonstration by the ultra-right-wing collective “Comite du 9 mai” (C9M) in the streets of Paris in memory of Sebastien Deyzieu, a young Œuvre française activist who died in 1994. Paris, France, on May 11, 2024. Photo by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

Ultra-right Demonstration - Paris

Ultra-right Demonstration - Paris

Demonstration by the ultra-right-wing collective “Comite du 9 mai” (C9M) in the streets of Paris in memory of Sebastien Deyzieu, a young Œuvre française activist who died in 1994. Paris, France, on May 11, 2024. Photo by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

Ultra-right Demonstration - Paris

Ultra-right Demonstration - Paris

Demonstration by the ultra-right-wing collective “Comite du 9 mai” (C9M) in the streets of Paris in memory of Sebastien Deyzieu, a young Œuvre française activist who died in 1994. Paris, France, on May 11, 2024. Photo by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

Ultra-right Demonstration - Paris

Ultra-right Demonstration - Paris

Demonstration by the ultra-right-wing collective “Comite du 9 mai” (C9M) in the streets of Paris in memory of Sebastien Deyzieu, a young Œuvre française activist who died in 1994. Paris, France, on May 11, 2024. Photo by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

Ultra-right Demonstration - Paris

Ultra-right Demonstration - Paris

Demonstration by the ultra-right-wing collective “Comite du 9 mai” (C9M) in the streets of Paris in memory of Sebastien Deyzieu, a young Œuvre française activist who died in 1994. Paris, France, on May 11, 2024. Photo by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

Ultra-right Demonstration - Paris

Ultra-right Demonstration - Paris

Demonstration by the ultra-right-wing collective “Comite du 9 mai” (C9M) in the streets of Paris in memory of Sebastien Deyzieu, a young Œuvre française activist who died in 1994. Paris, France, on May 11, 2024. Photo by Jeremy Paoloni/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tens Of Thousands Protest Far Right - Berlin

Tens Of Thousands Protest Far Right - Berlin

Climat activist Luisa Neubauer speaking to the crowd of over thousands of individuals convened in Berlin for a significant demonstration under the banner "Wir sind die Brandmauer."Over thousands of individuals convened in Berlin for a significant demonstration under the banner "Wir sind die Brandmauer." A collaboration involving more than one thousand entities, including leavenonebehind, Amnesty International und FridaysForFuture, initiated the call for action against right-wing extremism at the Reichstag building. According to the police nearly 150.000 people have showed up to the protest. The organisators where speaking about 300.000 participants. Civil society stakeholders intended to use this event to express their opposition to right-wing extremism, advocate for the protection of democracy, and protest against the deportation plans of the Afd. Berlin, Germany, February 3, 2024. Photo by Hami Roshan/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tens Of Thousands Protest Far Right - Berlin

Tens Of Thousands Protest Far Right - Berlin

Climat activist Luisa Neubauer speaking to the crowd of over thousands of individuals convened in Berlin for a significant demonstration under the banner "Wir sind die Brandmauer."Over thousands of individuals convened in Berlin for a significant demonstration under the banner "Wir sind die Brandmauer." A collaboration involving more than one thousand entities, including leavenonebehind, Amnesty International und FridaysForFuture, initiated the call for action against right-wing extremism at the Reichstag building. According to the police nearly 150.000 people have showed up to the protest. The organisators where speaking about 300.000 participants. Civil society stakeholders intended to use this event to express their opposition to right-wing extremism, advocate for the protection of democracy, and protest against the deportation plans of the Afd. Berlin, Germany, February 3, 2024. Photo by Hami Roshan/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tens Of Thousands Protest Far Right - Berlin

Tens Of Thousands Protest Far Right - Berlin

Duzen Tekkal, human rights activist and author, participating in the protest, and speaking to the crowd. Over thousands of individuals convened in Berlin for a significant demonstration under the banner "Wir sind die Brandmauer." A collaboration involving more than one thousand entities, including leavenonebehind, Amnesty International und FridaysForFuture, initiated the call for action against right-wing extremism at the Reichstag building. According to the police nearly 150.000 people have showed up to the protest. The organisators where speaking about 300.000 participants. Berlin, Germany, February 3, 2024. Photo by Hami Roshan/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tens Of Thousands Protest Far Right - Berlin

Tens Of Thousands Protest Far Right - Berlin

Climat activist Luisa Neubauer speaking to the crowd of over thousands of individuals convened in Berlin for a significant demonstration under the banner "Wir sind die Brandmauer."Over thousands of individuals convened in Berlin for a significant demonstration under the banner "Wir sind die Brandmauer." A collaboration involving more than one thousand entities, including leavenonebehind, Amnesty International und FridaysForFuture, initiated the call for action against right-wing extremism at the Reichstag building. According to the police nearly 150.000 people have showed up to the protest. The organisators where speaking about 300.000 participants. Civil society stakeholders intended to use this event to express their opposition to right-wing extremism, advocate for the protection of democracy, and protest against the deportation plans of the Afd. Berlin, Germany, February 3, 2024. Photo by Hami Roshan/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tens Of Thousands Protest Far Right - Berlin

Tens Of Thousands Protest Far Right - Berlin

Climat activist Luisa Neubauer speaking to the crowd of over thousands of individuals convened in Berlin for a significant demonstration under the banner "Wir sind die Brandmauer."Over thousands of individuals convened in Berlin for a significant demonstration under the banner "Wir sind die Brandmauer." A collaboration involving more than one thousand entities, including leavenonebehind, Amnesty International und FridaysForFuture, initiated the call for action against right-wing extremism at the Reichstag building. According to the police nearly 150.000 people have showed up to the protest. The organisators where speaking about 300.000 participants. Civil society stakeholders intended to use this event to express their opposition to right-wing extremism, advocate for the protection of democracy, and protest against the deportation plans of the Afd. Berlin, Germany, February 3, 2024. Photo by Hami Roshan/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tens Of Thousands Protest Far Right - Berlin

Tens Of Thousands Protest Far Right - Berlin

Climat activist Luisa Neubauer speaking to the crowd of over thousands of individuals convened in Berlin for a significant demonstration under the banner "Wir sind die Brandmauer."Over thousands of individuals convened in Berlin for a significant demonstration under the banner "Wir sind die Brandmauer." A collaboration involving more than one thousand entities, including leavenonebehind, Amnesty International und FridaysForFuture, initiated the call for action against right-wing extremism at the Reichstag building. According to the police nearly 150.000 people have showed up to the protest. The organisators where speaking about 300.000 participants. Civil society stakeholders intended to use this event to express their opposition to right-wing extremism, advocate for the protection of democracy, and protest against the deportation plans of the Afd. Berlin, Germany, February 3, 2024. Photo by Hami Roshan/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tens Of Thousands Protest Far Right - Berlin

Tens Of Thousands Protest Far Right - Berlin

Climat activist Luisa Neubauer speaking to the crowd of over thousands of individuals convened in Berlin for a significant demonstration under the banner "Wir sind die Brandmauer."Over thousands of individuals convened in Berlin for a significant demonstration under the banner "Wir sind die Brandmauer." A collaboration involving more than one thousand entities, including leavenonebehind, Amnesty International und FridaysForFuture, initiated the call for action against right-wing extremism at the Reichstag building. According to the police nearly 150.000 people have showed up to the protest. The organisators where speaking about 300.000 participants. Civil society stakeholders intended to use this event to express their opposition to right-wing extremism, advocate for the protection of democracy, and protest against the deportation plans of the Afd. Berlin, Germany, February 3, 2024. Photo by Hami Roshan/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM