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08/02/2006
Four more die as cartoon protests continue
Four more protestors have been killed in Afghanistan as protests continue over the publication of cartoons satirising the Prophet Muhammad.
The demonstrators were killed as police attempted to stop a mob attacking a US military base in Qalat, At least another eleven protestors and eight Afghan policemen were also injured in the clash.
Eleven protestors have now been killed in protests in Afghanistan over the cartoons.
In Palestine today, hundreds of protestors gathered to throw stones at an international observer mission in the West Bank town of Hebron. The protestors were eventually pushed back, allowing the foreign visitors to leave.
Protests have been taking place across the Muslim world over the cartoons, which were first published in a Danish newspaper last September. Last week, they were reprinted in a number of European newspapers.
The latest paper to publish the cartoons was French satirical magazine 'Charlie Hebdo', which printed the cartoons after winning a case brought by several Islamic groups in a French court.
The magazine cover featured a new cartoon, showing Muhammad holding his head in his hands, saying: "It's hard to be loved by fools."
US president George Bush called for an end to the protests today. He said: "I call upon the governments around the world to stop the violence, to be respectful, to protect property, protect the lives of innocent diplomats who are serving their countries overseas."
(KMcA)
The demonstrators were killed as police attempted to stop a mob attacking a US military base in Qalat, At least another eleven protestors and eight Afghan policemen were also injured in the clash.
Eleven protestors have now been killed in protests in Afghanistan over the cartoons.
In Palestine today, hundreds of protestors gathered to throw stones at an international observer mission in the West Bank town of Hebron. The protestors were eventually pushed back, allowing the foreign visitors to leave.
Protests have been taking place across the Muslim world over the cartoons, which were first published in a Danish newspaper last September. Last week, they were reprinted in a number of European newspapers.
The latest paper to publish the cartoons was French satirical magazine 'Charlie Hebdo', which printed the cartoons after winning a case brought by several Islamic groups in a French court.
The magazine cover featured a new cartoon, showing Muhammad holding his head in his hands, saying: "It's hard to be loved by fools."
US president George Bush called for an end to the protests today. He said: "I call upon the governments around the world to stop the violence, to be respectful, to protect property, protect the lives of innocent diplomats who are serving their countries overseas."
(KMcA)
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Downing Street has condemned the behaviour of some Muslim protestors involved in demonstrations over cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad during the weekend as "completely unacceptable". A statement released by Number 10 said: "The police should have our full support in any action they may wish to take.
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Downing Street has condemned the behaviour of some Muslim protestors involved in demonstrations over cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad during the weekend as "completely unacceptable". A statement released by Number 10 said: "The police should have our full support in any action they may wish to take.
07 February 2006
British troops sent to riot-hit Afghan city
British troops have been sent to a town in Afghanistan where riots are continuing over the publication of cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad. The troops were sent to an airfield in the northwestern town of Meymaneh, after a mob tried to storm a NATO peacekeeping base.
British troops sent to riot-hit Afghan city
British troops have been sent to a town in Afghanistan where riots are continuing over the publication of cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad. The troops were sent to an airfield in the northwestern town of Meymaneh, after a mob tried to storm a NATO peacekeeping base.
15 March 2006
Five arrested over Muhammad cartoon protests
Five men have been arrested over their alleged involvement in protests outside the Danish Embassy in London over cartoons satirising the Prophet Muhammad. All five of the men are suspected of "using threatening words or written material to stir up racial hatred", while four of the men were arrested on suspicion of incitement to murder.
Five arrested over Muhammad cartoon protests
Five men have been arrested over their alleged involvement in protests outside the Danish Embassy in London over cartoons satirising the Prophet Muhammad. All five of the men are suspected of "using threatening words or written material to stir up racial hatred", while four of the men were arrested on suspicion of incitement to murder.
07 March 2007
Man found guilty over Mohammed cartoon protest
A British Muslim who demonstrated against cartoons of the Prophet Mohammed has been found guilty of soliciting murder. The Old Bailey was told Abdul Muhid, 24, from east London, led a series of terrorist chants during the protest in central London on February 3 last year.
Man found guilty over Mohammed cartoon protest
A British Muslim who demonstrated against cartoons of the Prophet Mohammed has been found guilty of soliciting murder. The Old Bailey was told Abdul Muhid, 24, from east London, led a series of terrorist chants during the protest in central London on February 3 last year.
30 November 2010
Arrests Made During Lewisham Protests
Police have made a number of arrests following protests over student fees and council cuts outside Lewisham Town Hall, in south east London. The protest took place in Catford Road, during which time Lewisham Town Hall was hosting a council meeting in its Civic Suite.
Arrests Made During Lewisham Protests
Police have made a number of arrests following protests over student fees and council cuts outside Lewisham Town Hall, in south east London. The protest took place in Catford Road, during which time Lewisham Town Hall was hosting a council meeting in its Civic Suite.
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