Events tagged with "riot police"

Historical Events tagged with "riot police"

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Clashes Between Police and Protesters in Kyiv

February 18th, 2014 11 years ago

In Kyiv, clashes erupted between riot police and demonstrators, resulting in at least 76 fatalities and hundreds injured. The confrontations arose as protests against President Viktor Yanukovych intensified, with demonstrators demanding closer ties with the European Union and greater political reforms. Protesters had occupied Independence Square (Maidan) for months, leading to escalating violence as police attempted to clear the area. This day marked a significant turning point in the broader Euromaidan movement.