Earlier this week, hundreds of protesters converged in front of the White House in Washington, D.C., to oppose the recent US military action in Venezuela. 🔥
The demonstration was sparked by President Donald Trump's announcement that Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro had been captured, a move critics say escalates tensions instead of promoting peace.
Many young activists livestreamed the rally on TikTok and Instagram, using hashtags like #HandsOffVenezuela and #SolidarityAcrossBorders to build international support. 🌎🤳
This movement echoes a wave of youth-led protests around the world, from climate strikes in Mumbai to democracy marches in Manila, showing how young people in our region are tuned in—and fired up—about global justice. ✊
Organizers held handwritten signs calling for an end to 'foreign interventions' and chanted slogans like 'No war, no more' and 'Justice for Venezuela.' The vibe was a mix of peaceful energy and urgency, reminding everyone that today’s global issues are everyone’s issues, whether you’re in Jakarta, Colombo, or Kuala Lumpur.
At the heart of the protest was a call for diplomatic solutions, not military ones. As one Bangkok student shared, 'We need peace talks, not tanks.' This reflects a broader hope among young people for a world where conflicts are solved with dialogue, not force. 💬
The story is evolving, but one thing’s clear: in our hyperconnected world, a rally at the White House can spark conversations from Chennai to Manila. Stay tuned, stay engaged, and keep those discussions alive! ✨
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Protest in front of the White House over US military action in Venezuela
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