June 14, 2020 – Page 2 – THE OVAL CIRCLE

UK

Bottles and smoke bombs thrown as anti-racism rally in Newcastle met by huge counter-protest (VIDEOS)

Posted on June 14, 2020By Editor

An anti-racism and anti-police brutality protest in Newcastle has been met by a large crowd of counter protesters, that gathered to “protect” local historical monuments. The tensions escalated into scuffles between rival groups. … Read More >Bottles and smoke bombs thrown as anti-racism rally in Newcastle met by huge counter-protest (VIDEOS)

USA

VIDEO claims to show man threatening people with MACHETE inside activist-held ‘autonomous zone’ in Seattle

Posted on June 14, 2020June 14, 2020By Editor

A video surfaced online purportedly showing a machete-wielding man scaring people inside the ‘autonomous’ CHAZ enclave set up by activists in the middle of Seattle, Washington. Police have warned of lawlessness in the area. … Read More >VIDEO claims to show man threatening people with MACHETE inside activist-held ‘autonomous zone’ in Seattle

USA

CHAZ 2.0? Nashville protesters descend on Tennessee Capitol as governor vows ‘autonomous zones will not be tolerated’

Posted on June 14, 2020June 14, 2020By Editor

Taking cues from Seattle, protesters in Nashville are attempting to create their own “autonomous zone” near the Tennessee Capitol, but the governor is having none of it, warning that “lawlessness” will not stand in his state. … Read More >CHAZ 2.0? Nashville protesters descend on Tennessee Capitol as governor vows ‘autonomous zones will not be tolerated’

USA

Black man found HANGED near city hall in California in alleged ‘suicide,’ but protesters suspect LYNCHING & demand full probe

Posted on June 14, 2020June 14, 2020By Editor

Residents and activists are demanding answers after the body of Robert Fuller, 24, was found hanging from a tree in a Los Angeles suburb. While police say early findings point to suicide, skeptics suspect a hate crime. … Read More >Black man found HANGED near city hall in California in alleged ‘suicide,’ but protesters suspect LYNCHING & demand full probe

USA

Atlanta police chief resigns over Rayshard Brooks shooting as new CCTV footage shows that ‘unarmed black man’ aimed taser at cops

Posted on June 14, 2020June 14, 2020By Editor

Atlanta police chief Erika Shields has stepped down after newly released surveillance footage showing the details of the fatal shooting of Rayshard Brooks failed to quell public outrage over ‘unjustified’ use of lethal force. … Read More >Atlanta police chief resigns over Rayshard Brooks shooting as new CCTV footage shows that ‘unarmed black man’ aimed taser at cops

USA

People ‘are just enjoying themselves’: Get insight into life in Seattle’s ‘autonomous zone’ (VIDEO)

Posted on June 14, 2020June 14, 2020By Editor

‘Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone’, also known as CHAZ, has grabbed the attention of people in the US and beyond ever since it was established earlier this week. RT’s Caleb Maupin got a sneak peek into what happens down there. … Read More >People ‘are just enjoying themselves’: Get insight into life in Seattle’s ‘autonomous zone’ (VIDEO)

USA

Video of unarmed black man shot by Atlanta police sparks massive outrage amidst George Floyd protests

Posted on June 14, 2020June 14, 2020By Editor

A video of two Atlanta police officers shooting an unarmed black man who later died is sparking massive outrage and accusations of police brutality and racism. Details of the case are still scarce. … Read More >Video of unarmed black man shot by Atlanta police sparks massive outrage amidst George Floyd protests

Multiple rockets hit ‘inside’ Iraq’s Taji base housing US troops – reports

Posted on June 14, 2020June 14, 2020By Editor

Several rockets have exploded within – or close to – the Camp Taji military base located north of Baghdad, according to multiple media reports. The facility, housing US troops, has repeatedly come under attacks lately. … Read More >Multiple rockets hit ‘inside’ Iraq’s Taji base housing US troops – reports

UK

UK lashes out at Washington for threatening ICC with sanctions, says justice must be done impartially & without fear

Posted on June 14, 2020June 14, 2020By Editor

Judges of the International Criminal Court (ICC) should be able to work independently without fear of sanctions, the UK’s foreign secretary said in an apparent jab at Washington, which threatened the body for probing US troops. … Read More >UK lashes out at Washington for threatening ICC with sanctions, says justice must be done impartially & without fear

World

WATCH thousands protest against racism in Australia, defying govt pleas not to rally during Covid-19 outbreak

Posted on June 14, 2020June 14, 2020By Editor

Large anti-racism protests continued across Australian cities despite advice from the government to avoid mass gatherings. The prime minister earlier said that protesters should be charged for violating public health orders. … Read More >WATCH thousands protest against racism in Australia, defying govt pleas not to rally during Covid-19 outbreak