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Hundreds of Heavy Crushers Deploy Across Gaza as UN Expert Accuses Israel of Erasing Atrocity Evidence

Gaza's rubble may contain human remains and evidence of alleged atrocities. A UN expert warns rapid clearance could destroy crucial evidence before it is recovered and documented.

International Business Times UK

UN rapporteur says Israeli rubble-clearing in Gaza could erase 'atrocity crimes' evidence

The United Nations Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese warned on Monday that the large-scale rubble removal in parts of Gaza under Israeli control could risk erasing "evidence relevant to the investigation of alleged international crimes".

France 24

UN expert Francesca Albanese calls for ‘true paradigm shift’ as Miliband resets policy on Israel

Exclusive: UN special rapporteur on occupied territories says ban on goods from settlements ‘important’ but must go further if it is to amount to more than a ‘press release’

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Congress Is Trying (Again) To Ban Boycotting Israel

The bipartisan bill, which passed the House, takes aim at university boycotts of any “major strategic partner.”

Reason

No, UN chief Guterres did not call Francesca Albanese 'out of control'

Pro-Israel lobby group UN Watch has alleged that UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres referred to Francesca Albanese, the UN's Special Rapporteur on Palestine, as "out of control", saying he'd previously called her a "horrible woman". But Guterres named no one in his remarks. He said "many" independent rapporteurs were "totally out…

France 24

BBC slammed for 'patronising' license fee advert during World Cup final

AN advertisement shown by the BBC during the World Cup final has been slammed as critics posting online have labelled it as self-aggrandising while…

The National (Scotland)

US groups sue Trump administration claiming ICC sanctions violate first amendment

Plaintiffs allege ‘profound’ chilling effect on protected work of international criminal court officials and others

The Guardian - US

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UN official blasts BBC for 'scandalous' coverage of detained Gaza doctor

A UN official has condemned the BBC over its “scandalous” coverage of detained Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safiya ...

The National (Scotland)

In Europe, Just Reposting Russian Propaganda Can Land a Blogger in Jail

Don't assume this couldn't happen in America too.

Reason

Major Scottish pension fund is invested in Israeli 'war bonds', filings show

A SCOTTISH pension fund, one of the largest in the UK, is invested in Israeli “war bonds”, The National can reveal ...

The National (Scotland)

Tucker Carlson's Guest Reveals Evidence That Over 300 Medical Staff Were Executed; 'R*ped to Death' at Gaza's Shifa Hospital

Dr. Nick Maynard, a British surgeon, recounts alleged executions and torture of Palestinian medical staff at Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital, sparking renewed scrutiny of Israel's actions.

International Business Times UK

UN special rapporteur Francesca Albanese added back to United States sanction list

FRANCESCA Albanese, the UN's special rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territories, has been added back to the United State's sanction list…

The National (Scotland)

United States: sanctions lifted on UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese

The US Treasury Department has announced that sanctions against UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese have been lifted. Last week, a federal judge ordered their suspension after upholding an appeal lodged by Albanese’s relatives.

Euronews

US lifts sanctions against Francesca Albanese, UN rapporteur on Palestinians

The United States on Wednesday lifted sanctions on Francesca Albanese, a UN expert critical of Israel’s treatment of Palestinians, after a court order. A Treasury Department notice showed Albanese was removed from a sanctions blacklist that had effectively cut her off from global banking and credit card services.

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Judge Stops U.S. Treasury From Sanctioning Someone's Speech

The Trump administration accused Francesca Albanese of “lawfare that targets U.S. and Israeli persons.” But a court said that’s not ground to seize her property.

The Guardian - US

Federal judge blocks US sanctions against UN expert on occupied Palestinian territories

Trump officials likely violated Francesca Albanese’s rights by imposing measures after she criticized Israel, says judge

The Guardian - UK

Spain awards UN legal expert Francesca Albanese one of its highest civilian honours

Honour recognises Albanese’s work ‘documenting and denouncing violations of international law in Gaza’

The Conversation

Dignity and resolve: Francesca Albanese’s When the World Sleeps humanises Palestinian lives

Francesca Albanese, an Italian lawyer and scholar, is the United Nations’ Special Rapporteur on the Occupied Palestinian Territories, comprising the West Bank, Gaza Strip and East Jerusalem. Her job is to report to the UN on the human rights situation in these territories.

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UN and Rights Groups Say Rape Using Trained Dogs at Israel Detention Sites Is Systematic, Endorsed at the Highest Level

A UN-backed report alleges systematic sexual violence against Palestinians in Israeli detention, including rape involving trained dogs, as part of an organised state policy. Israel denies the allegations.

The Guardian - US

Is Meghan Markle really the most trolled person in the world?

I have a lot of sympathy for Meghan but, at times, I do think that the Duchess of Sussex could do with putting her trials and tribulations in perspective

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: US starts naval blockade of Iranian ports after deadline passes

Iran says Americans will be hit with higher fuel prices due to the blockade. Plus, summers are growing longer globally

The Guardian - UK

‘My life has become a rollercoaster’: Francesca Albanese on death threats, danger and dread after accusing Israel of genocide

When the UN special rapporteur published her report Anatomy of a Genocide in March 2024, she was lionised by some and demonised by the Trump government. She describes what happened next

The Guardian - US

Trump’s sanctions against a UN human rights expert show free speech is dying

Francesca Albanese recommended ICC arrests and investigations over Gaza. Who will be the administration’s next target?

Radio France Internationale

'Torture has become state policy' in Palestinian territories, says UN expert

The world has given Israel "a licence to torture Palestinians", United Nations expert Francesca Albanese said on Monday, with life in the occupied territories "a continuum of physical and mental suffering".

The Guardian - AU

Adelaide University cancels literary festival event with UN Gaza investigator Francesca Albanese

Festival organisers criticise the university for last-minute booking cancellation of event headlined by special rapporteur for Palestinian territories

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