Violence brakes out at an anti-government protest

Violence broke out at an anti-government protest in the Icelandic capital of Reykjavik on 20 January 2008 after security forces used tear gas to disperse nearly 1,000 demonstrators gathered outside the Parliament building. Reports indicate that 20 people were injured and another 20 were detained during the incident. Demonstrators were demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Geir Haarde and his government due to the nation's financial system collapse. Protests have increased in Iceland as many people have taken to the streets in response to the ongoing economic crisis.