Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:39am on 18 Oct 2026,Sunday International
Protests have erupted across several countries as people express anger over rising living costs, housing prices, education funding and public services. In France, demonstrations over fuel prices and education cuts have drawn large crowds, while Belgium has seen student protests over rising university fees. Thousands marched in Portugal over low wages and unaffordable housing. Italy and Albania have also witnessed protests over economic pressures and education conditions. In the United States, rallies targeted President Donald Trump, while demonstrations in India focused on alleged voter-list irregularities. The protests reflect growing public frustration with government policies and economic inequality. (PC: NDTV)
