2026-01-12: Immigration Roundup

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Agence France-Presse (2026-01-12). US surges hundreds more agents to Minneapolis amid furore over ICE killing. scmp.com Hundreds more federal agents were heading to Minneapolis, the US homeland security chief said on Sunday, brushing aside demands by the Midwestern city's Democratic leaders to leave after an immigration officer fatally shot a woman protester. | In multiple TV interviews, Kristi Noem defended the actions of the officer who shot and killed 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good, whose death has sparked renewed protests nationwide against President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown.

The Canary (2026-01-12). Golden Globes stars wear anti-ICE badges technically better than nothing. thecanary.co On 11 January, Los Angeles played host to the Golden Globe awards. On the red carpet, several celebrities wore pins reading 'Be Good' or 'Ice Out', in protest against the recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) shooting of citizen Renee Good on 7 January. Wanda Sykes, Mark Ruffalo, Jean Smart, Ariana Grande, and Natasha Lyonne […] | By

WSWS (2026-01-12). Border Patrol agent shoots two people in Portland amid rising protests. wsws.org Federal immigration agents shot two Venezuelan nationals outside a Portland clinic as national protests erupt over the Minneapolis killing of Renee Nicole Good.

Rachel Charlton-Dailey (2026-01-12). Inspection finds vital needs ignored at UK's only female detention centre. thecanary.co A new reported has highlighted the human cost of the only female UK immigration detention centre — which campaigners have long been saying is "cruel, isolating and unnecessary". The facility in question, Derwentside Immigration Removal Centre, was visited by the HM Inspector of Prisons in an unannounced visit — the first in three years. It […] | By

WSWS (2026-01-12). Trump administration dispatches hundreds more federal thugs to Minneapolis. wsws.org The Department of Homeland Security is doubling down on the anti-immigrant campaign that led to the ICE murder of Renee Nicole Good.

Staff (2026-01-12). Esposa de Renee Good rechaza señalamientos de "terrorismo" por parte del gobierno de Estados Unidos. cubadebate.cu La esposa de Renee Good, la mujer asesinada a tiros en su auto por un agente federal de inmigración en Mineápolis, dice que la pareja se había detenido a apoyar a sus vecinos el día del tiroteo y describió a la madre de tres hijos como una persona que deja un legado de bondad.

newarab (2026-01-12). Can Mayor Mamdani be as good as Candidate Mamdani on Palestine. newarab.com In addition to the midnight "
| A young, African-born, Muslim, South Asian immigrant, Mamdani represents many firsts. He was sworn in on two copies of the Qur'an, his grandfathe…

aljazeera (2026-01-12). Los Angeles police arrest man who drove through Iran protesters. aljazeera.com LAPD say they are looking into "assault with a deadly weapon" charges after a drove truck through Iran protesters.

aljazeera (2026-01-12). Man detained after driving truck through anti-Iran protest in Los Angeles. aljazeera.com Police respond after a truck drives down a street filled with demonstrators marching in support of the Iranian people.

ptcnews.tv (2026-01-12). 'Iran wants to negotiate': Trump as he warns of action as over 500 protesters killed. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: US President Donald Trump claimed that Iran's leadership, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Hosseini Khamenei, had contacted him to discuss "negotiations" after he issued threats of military action in response to widespread anti-government protests in Iran. | Trump said he was receiving updates "every hour" on the situation inside the country and would soon "make a determination." | "The leaders of Iran called yesterday," Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One on Sunday, adding that "a meeting is being set up… They want to negotiate." | When asked about reports of protester deaths…

Mark J Willière (2026-01-12). Why Europe Says NO to War in Iran: Diplomacy Over Bombs. thinktank.pk In early 2026, amid escalating protests in Iran triggered by economic collapse and a brutal government crackdown, global powers are grappling with how to respond. The demonstrations, which began on December 28, 2025, over the plummeting value of the Iranian rial, have resulted in over 500 deaths and thousands of arrests, drawing international condemnation. While …

Prof. Akbar E. Torbat (2026-01-12). Western Imperialism Engineered Crisis in Iran to "Rip the Country Apart" globalresearch.ca The United States, along with its regional proxy Israel and the European Troika, tries to destabilize Iran to rip the country apart. Failing to achieve this purpose during the 12-day war, they now want to use violent protests like the …

aljazeera (2026-01-12). Trump warns of "very strong options" amid Iran unrest. aljazeera.com Trump said the US is considering "very strong options," over the deaths of protesters in Iran.

newarab (2026-01-12). It's the economy, mullah! How financial crash fuel Iran protests. newarab.com The protests that began on 28 December in On the first day, some market traders in In poorer cities, particularly in…

Leon Kunstenaar (2026-01-12). Protest at Richmond Chevron. indybay.org No Trump-Chevron Theft of Venezuela's Oil…

Etan Nechin (2026-01-12). Iran Great Exiled son of last shah courts backing. haaretz.com Iran's former Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi has lived in exile for nearly 50 years. In 1979, millions of Iranians took to the streets and forced the former Shah, his father, from power. 'People are calling on me to step in and lead this transition,' he said in an interview on Fox News. 'I will be back soon'…

Human Rights Watch (2026-01-12). Lebanon: Year Since Poet Unlawfully Extradited to UAE. hrw.org Click to expand Image | An activist holds a computer keyboard and makeshift handcuffs in downtown Beirut on July 24, 2018, during a protest against a recent wave of prosecutions for peaceful speech. | © 2018 ANWAR AMRO/AFP via Getty Images…

J.W. Hendricks (2026-01-12). Protestors Rally in Pershing Square Against ICE and the Donroe Doctrine. lataco.com A coalition of activist and political groups brought people out to the streets to protest ICE and the Trump administration's attacks on Venezuela. Many also paid tribute to Renee Nicole Good, killed by ICE agent Jonathan Ross in Minneapolis, and Keith Porter, killed by an off-duty ICE agent in Northridge.

aljazeera (2026-01-12). Trump says US considering 'very strong options' for Iran. aljazeera.com US president says Washington is closely monitoring protests in Iran and considering possible military intervention.

hindustantimes (2026-01-12). Iran FM Araghchi returns to lead charge against US-Israeli 'Terror' elements disguised as protesters. hindustantimes.com Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi claimed that recent protests across the country have been infiltrated by terrorist operatives, alleging the presence of armed cells aiming to turn demonstrations into nationwide violence. Speaking to foreign diplomats in Tehran, Araghchi accused external agendas of derailing what began as economic protests, as Iran faces growing unrest, international pressure, and warnings from U.S. President Donald Trump against any violent crackdown.

____ (2026-01-12). Zelenskiy Urges Global Support for Iranian Protests. devdiscourse.com In a powerful address, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has urged the international community to back the ongoing protests in Iran. He highlighted the oppressive nature of the Iranian government, which not only affects its own citizens but also has detrimental implications for other countries, including Ukraine.

newarab (2026-01-12). Celebrities wear pins protesting ICE on Golden Globes red carpet. newarab.com Some celebrities donned anti-ICE pins at the Golden Globes on Sunday in tribute to The black-and-white pins displayed slogans like "BE GOOD" and "ICE OUT," introducing a political angle into the awards show after last year's relatively apolitical ceremony. |

Janatan Sayeh (2026-01-12). Tehran regime fears defections as Iran's nationwide movement defies containment. longwarjournal.org Iran's protest movement has now entered its third week, and the regime is struggling to contain the unrest. Islamic Republic authorities fear disobedience within the ranks, and reports of potential defections point to growing anxiety inside the security apparatus. Washington is assessing options to strike regime sites.

WSWS (2026-01-12). The Iranian protests, imperialist aggression and the fight for workers' power. wsws.org The Iranian working class cannot endure imperialist subjugation nor the economic deprivation and political repression of the Islamic Republic. It must intervene as an independent political force in opposition to imperialism, all the institutions of the Islamic Republic and all factions of the Iranian bourgeoisie.

aljazeera (2026-01-12). Iran rejects Trump bomb threats after protest deaths. aljazeera.com Violent protests and a fierce security crackdown have killed hundreds of people in Iran.

albawaba (2026-01-12). Israelis protest calling for Netanyahu's resignation. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Protesters erupted at Tel Aviv's Habima Square, calling on the government of Benjamin Netanyahu to step down, Haaretz reported on Jan. 10.The Israeli news agency said that two people were injured after right-wing influencer Roi Star pepper-sprayed them as they attempted to escort him out of the protest.Hareetz said that Star joined the crowd and played a megaphone siren, hoping that people would get scared and leave. Moreover, police subsequently arrested the influencer. Police said they arrested another elderly protester who allegedly attacked the right-wing activist.
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newarab (2026-01-12). Israel instructed 'not to comment' on ongoing Iran protests. newarab.com This comes amid fears in Israeli circles that any declaration of support for the demonstrators "could harm the movement," The New Arab's Arabic language sister site Al-Araby Al-Jadeed repo…

UMMID (2026-01-12). Explained: US, Israeli Support to Protesters in Iran. ummid.com We must understand that many of the economic problems due to which the people are protesting have arisen in the first place due to various unjust policies adopted towards Iran by the USA led by President Trump.

hindustantimes (2026-01-12). Israel sees Red flags in Iran after Trump's controversial message? Netanyahu admits 'close watch'. hindustantimes.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel is closely monitoring the unfolding protests in Iran, voicing strong support for Iranian demonstrators and condemning what he described as the mass killing of civilians. His remarks come amid escalating tensions, with Iranian officials warning of retaliation against Israel and U.S. targets if Iran is attacked, while nationwide protests driven by economic hardship continue and U.S. President Donald Trump signals possible intervention.

aljazeera (2026-01-12). Iran protests live: Unrest 'stoked and fueled' by foreign elements — Tehran. aljazeera.com Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi says protests 'turned violent and bloody to give an excuse' to US President Trump.

aljazeera (2026-01-12). What we know about the protests sweeping Iran. aljazeera.com Crackdown on protests in Iran has resulted in multiple deaths and an internet blackout.

Jordan Atwood (2026-01-12). Public fury erupts as ICE presence deepens after killing of Renee Good. nationofchange.org Videos from Minneapolis and nationwide protests reveal escalating public outrage as peaceful demonstrations confront Trump's expanding federal crackdown.

Staff (2026-01-12). "We Had Whistles. They Had Guns" : Nationwide Protests Held over ICE Killing of Renee Good. democracynow.org We speak with civil rights attorney Nekima Levy Armstrong in Minneapolis as protests continue in the city following the killing of activist Renee Good last week. The ICE agent who fatally shot Good in her car has been identified as Jonathan Ross, an Iraq War veteran described by family and friends as a hardcore conservative Christian and MAGA supporter. This comes as Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem continues to claim Good was engaged in "domestic terrorism." | "Folks at the highest levels of government are perpetuating falsehoods … and working overtime to justify the brutal murder of R…

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