article_snippet.sent: People run for cover from a stun grenade and tear gas after a skirmish between locals and foreign nationals in Durban, South Africa, today .
article_snippet.sent: South African police responded to the wave of protests, which are motivated by the large number of immigrants and high unemployment rates, by firing rubber bullets and tear gas today to disperse the crowds.
article_snippet.sent: Police responded to Violence South Africa by firing tear gas grenades as Police began to enter men's hostels to search for weapons .
article_snippet.sent: Riot police, armed with guns, ammunition and wearing helmets have been clashing with protesters as protesters try to ensure safety .
article_snippet.sent: Police have repeatedly clashed with protesters who are threatening violence, looting stores and setting fires in KwaMashu and Umlazi .