Articles tagged with #human rights
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Hearings on Whether Myanmar Committed Genocide Against the Rohingya Opens at Top Un Court
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has opened a landmark hearing to determine whether Myanmar committed genocide against the Rohingya people. The hearings, which began on January 10, 2022, and are expected to last for several weeks, will examine evidence of human rights abuses against the Rohi...
As Iranian Regime Shuts Down Internet, Even Starlink Seemingly Being Jammed
The Iranian government has cut off the country's internet, sparking widespread protests and international condemnation. The move comes after the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini, who was arrested by the morality police for allegedly violating the country's strict dress code. Internet Disruptions Wid...
What to Know About the Protests Now Shaking Iran as Tensions Remain High Over Its Nuclear Program
The streets of Iran have become a battleground, as protests over the country's nuclear program show no signs of abating. The demonstrations, which began in late 2023, have been fueled by a growing sense of discontent among the Iranian people, who are demanding an end to the government's handling of ...
Six Killed in Clashes Between Protesters and Security Forces in Iran
The protests, which began in mid-December, have been marked by widespread demonstrations and clashes with security forces. The Iranian government has attempted to quell the unrest with force, but the movement shows no signs of abating. Escalating Violence According to reports from the Iranian Human ...
Us Military Says Five Killed in Strike on Alleged Drug Boats
The US military has confirmed that a recent strike on alleged drug boats in the Caribbean resulted in the deaths of five individuals. The operation was carried out in a joint effort between the US Navy and Coast Guard, aimed at disrupting the flow of illicit substances into the United States. US Nav...
Uk Restricts Dr Congo Visas Over Migrant Return Policy Sparks Global Debate
The British government has announced new visa restrictions for citizens of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), in a move aimed at addressing concerns over the country's migrant return policy. According to reports, the restrictions will affect thousands of DR Congo citizens who had been seek...
Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi Arrested in Iran, Supporters Say
Background on Narges Mohammadi's Activism Narges Mohammadi is a prominent Iranian human rights activist, lawyer, and journalist. She has been a vocal critic of the Iranian government's human rights record and has advocated for women's rights, freedom of speech, and an end to the death penalty. Moham...
Federal Judge Orders Kilmar Abrego García’s ‘immediate Release’
Kilmar Abrego García, a Cuban national, has been detained for over two years without trial, sparking widespread criticism of the US immigration system's treatment of asylum seekers. Abrego García's prolonged detention has been a source of ongoing controversy, with his lawyers arguing that it constit...
Trump Echoes Europe's Far Right on Remigration Policies
Former US President Donald Trump has recently sparked controversy by embracing the concept of "remigration," a policy that encourages migrants to return to their countries of origin. This stance has drawn comparisons with the far-right movements in Europe, which have also been advocating for stricte...