South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol opted for the nuclear option when he declared martial law. But it followed months of scandals, low approval ratings and a stand-off with a hostile parliament.
Shoot-at-sight orders issued against anti-government protesters in Pakistan as unrest death toll reaches six
At least six people killed in two days of protests staged by Imran Khan protesters on the outskirts of Pakistan's capital, Islamabad.
Photo shows A large crowd gathered on a road and standing on top of shipping containers blocking itOne killed, dozens injured in Pakistan clashes with Imran Khan supporters
Security officials say they expect between 9,000 and 11,000 demonstrators while Imran Khan's party claims the number will be much higher.
Photo shows People gather around an area covered in flames and smoke.Children among 170 protesters arrested at blockade of world's largest coal port
Police say they have arrested 170 protesters in Newcastle Harbour for allegedly blocking the shipping channel during an anti-fossil fuel protest.
Photo shows About 100 people in colourful kayaks and canoes in front of a bulk carrierClimate change protesters arrested as thousands descend on Newcastle Harbour
Several people have been arrested at a climate protest in Newcastle that involved hundreds of activists taking to the city's harbour in canoes and kayaks.
Photo shows a large group of kayakers on the water, looking on at a massive coal bulk carrier.Australian Gordon Ng among dozens of pro-democracy activists sentenced to jail in Hong Kong for 'subversion'
In a landmark Hong Kong national security case, 45 pro-democracy activists, academics and former politicians have been sentenced to jail for up to 10 years.
Photo shows A middle-aged man staring into cameraPlanned pro-Palestinian protest 'will not go ahead' after Myer cancels unveiling of Christmas windows
A pro-Palestinian protest outside the Myer windows "will not go ahead" after the department store cancelled Sunday's official unveiling of its popular Christmas display due to the planned disruption.
Photo shows A Bluey Christmas window display.Proposed expansion of anti-protest laws to 'send a very strong signal' in NSW
The NSW government is introducing legislation to expand laws that stop protesters blocking roads, bridges and ports in NSW to include railway lines. The laws would carry a maximum fine of $22,000.
Photo shows a group of people protesting with signs in front of a coal trainSupreme Court prohibits Rising Tide climate protest on Newcastle Harbour
The activism group has recruited the likes of Peter Garrett for the demonstration, which has been promoted as a "protestival" designed to block access to the coal port.
Photo shows Aerial view of a group of kayakersLawsuit alleges highly trained police officer punched Melbourne protester in the throat in 'unprovoked' assault
A highly trained member of Victoria Police's riot squad allegedly punched a protester in the throat and assaulted two others during a controversial rally in Melbourne last year, according to three fresh lawsuits against the force.
Photo shows A line of police separates a counter-rally from an anti-trans rally outside Victoria's Parliament House.Victorian premier lashes neo-Nazi 'cowards' who disrupted asylum seeker rally in Melbourne
Police have used capsicum spray on a group of neo-Nazis who disrupted an asylum seeker rally in Melbourne's Docklands last night.
Photo shows A group of about twenty people dressed all in black with their faces covered.Bangladesh court issues arrest warrant for former prime minister Sheikh Hasina
The Dhaka-based International Crimes Tribunal has issued the warrants for the former prime minister and some 50 others for alleged involvement in deadly protests that killed more than 700 people earlier this year.
Photo shows Sheikh Hasina points her finger at something out of shot while sitting in a chairPolice arrest protesters accused of assault and abusing animals at Melbourne protest
Police have arrested four demonstrators, including a man they say threw acid at police and horses during a protest outside the Land Forces Expo in Melbourne last month.
Photo shows A fire burns in the middle of a road as police stand in a line with shields up.Thousands of protesters in Brisbane call on federal government to demand ceasefire in Middle East
The protest was one of the largest seen in Brisbane since the Israel-Gaza war began a year ago.
Photo shows Rally in Brisbane'We come with rage': Pro-Palestine protesters say ongoing conflict taking emotional toll on local community
Protesters have gathered outside Federal Parliament to demand Australia sanction Israel for its actions in Gaza and Lebanon, a day after commemorations a year on from the Hamas terrorist attack on southern Israel.
Photo shows Assala Sayara speaks at Pro-Palestine rally.One year on from the October 7 attack, communities across Australia are pausing to remember those who have been lost
In cities across the country, candles are being lit to mark one year since the Hamas terror attack on October 7, and the subsequent months of war in Gaza.
Photo shows A large crowd holding signs and waving jewsih flags work through a Melbourne street.Thousands gather at pro-Palestine marches around the country
Pro-Palestine groups have rallied in Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide on the eve of the first anniversary of the October 7 attack.
Photo shows A large group of protesters carry banners and flags and shout chants.Thousands of pro-Palestinian demonstrators march through Sydney, Melbourne — as it happened
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators gathered in Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide today, as the one-year anniversary of the October 7 attack looms.
Photo shows Protesters gather in front of a fountain in Sydney, waving Palestinian flags among others.Pro-Palestinian events in Sydney's CBD on Sunday and Monday to go ahead after last-minute agreement with police
Pro-Palestinian events for Sunday and Monday in Sydney will go ahead, after both NSW Police and organisers reached a late agreement in the background of a Supreme Court hearing.
Photo shows A group of people, some wearing kiffeyeh and some with Palestine flags, stand smiling outside NSW court.Police search for Melbourne Land Forces protesters in animal cruelty and assault investigation
Authorities have released images of eight people they wish to speak to in relation to violent protests last month that saw 27 police officers injured and nearly 90 people charged or fined.
Photo shows A protester striking a police horseNSW Police to apply to Supreme Court to prohibit Sydney protest on October 7
NSW Police has decided to apply to the state's Supreme Court to prohibit two upcoming protests, citing safety concerns for both participants and the community.
Photo shows NSW Premier Chris Minns speaks to media during a press conference in Sydney