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Russian opposition figure jailed for 'fake news' on war in Ukraine

A prominent Russian opposition figure was on Friday sentenced to 8 1/2 years in prison after being convicted on charges stemming from his criticism of the Kremlin’s action in Ukraine.

France 24

Australia imposes sanctions on Iran, Russia over human rights violations

Australia's foreign minister said on Saturday the government would place targeted sanctions on Russia and Iran in response to what it called "egregious" human rights violations.

Reuters

Australia imposes sanctions on Iran

The federal government is taking action against Iran's Morality Police and others after the death in custody in September of Mahsa Amini sparked mass protests.

AAP

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US and Canada announce new sanctions against Iran over protests

Washington sanctions three Iranian officials accused of participating in a ‘brutal crackdown’ against protesters.

Al Jazeera

Iran’s Raisi Promises to Pursue Crackdown on Protesters

A prominent dissenting Sunni cleric on Friday said the death sentence of a protester involved in recent Iranian anti-government unrest violated religious law, as President Ebrahim Raisi promised to press on with a security crackdown a day after the man's execution. On Thursday, Iran hanged Mohsen Shekari, who had been…

Asharq Al-Awsat

White House calls on Bangladesh to investigate reports of pre-election violence

The White House on Friday called on the government of Bangladesh to fully investigate reports of violence against journalists and human rights activists ahead of a major political protest, and urged all parties to refrain from violence.

Reuters

ACT pushes to make healthy environment a human right

A commitment has been made to enact a right to a healthy environment during this term of parliament.

The Canberra Times

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New UN human rights chief Volker Turk condemns 'war crimes' in Ukraine

The new UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Austria's Volker Türk, granted a wide-ranging interview to FRANCE 24 from Geneva. This week, the High Commissioner travelled to Ukraine to observe first-hand the consequences of Russia's invasion on the Ukrainian people. During his visit, Türk had to take cover in an…

France 24

Why Dominic Raab’s plan to bring back his bill of rights is all wrong

Letters: There is no case for reinstating the bill, says Geoffrey Bindman. And John Eekelaar points out some of its contradictions

The Guardian - UK

The Charter at 40

The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms is, by all accounts, an essential part of Canada’s democracy. It’s also celebrated around the world as one of our country’s greatest accomplishments.

The Walrus

US sanctions companies for rights abuses in Chinese waters

The Treasury Department says it's sanctioning a group of companies and people linked to illegal fishing operations and human rights abuses in Chinese waters

The Independent UK

Iran executes first protester as human rights abuses come under international scrutiny

Iran’s execution of protester Mohsen Shekari is the first after a huge wave of unrest swept around the country in the autumn of 2022.

The Conversation

U.S. imposes sanctions over rights abuses, targets China and Russia

The United States on Friday imposed sanctions on dozens of people and entities over alleged rights abuses, including Russia's Central Election Commission, Iranian officials and Chinese nationals.

Reuters

New UN rights chief vows to engage Beijing on Xinjiang findings

Volker Turk’s predecessor published a report on China’s treatment of the Uighurs in the final minutes of her tenure.

Al Jazeera

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The Independent UK

UK government ‘increasingly antagonistic’ towards human rights, European watchdog warns

Government crackdown on freedom of assembly and persecution of asylum seekers among concerns of commissioner

The Independent UK

Cases of migrant worker abuse in Qatar continue to be reported during World Cup

The Business and Human Rights Resource Centre says 26 cases of reported abuse are ‘just the tip of the iceberg’

The Independent UK

Council of Europe urges UK to rethink controversial Troubles legacy legislation

The draft Bill offers a form of immunity from prosecution for perpetrators of crimes during the conflict in Northern Ireland.

The Independent UK

Bosses of Nazanin jail placed on sanctions list for human rights abuses

Travel bans and asset freezes for torturers and commanders using sex assault as weapon of war

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The Independent UK

UN rights chief to follow up on abuse concerns about China

The top United Nations human rights official says his office will continue reaching out to Beijing about allegations of abuse in China

Bangkok Post

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Bali’s Governor Has Weighed In On What Exactly Indonesia’s New ‘Sex Ban’ Means For Tourists

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Asharq Al-Awsat

UK Sanctions 30 People, Including Iranians

Britain on Friday announced sanctions targeting 30 people around the world who it described as "corrupt political figures, human rights violators and perpetrators of conflict-related sexual violence." It said the sanctions were coordinated with international partners to mark International Anti-Corruption Day and Global Human Rights Day and included individuals involved…

The Independent UK

UK sanctions target global human rights abuses, corruption and sexual violence

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly said the asset freeze and travel bans ‘expose those behind the heinous violations’.

Reuters

UN human rights chief vows to follow up with China on abuse concerns

U.N. human rights chief Volker Turk said on Friday he wanted to engage with Beijing over the findings of a report issued by his predecessor that said China's treatment of Uyghurs and other Muslims in its Xinjiang region may constitute crimes against humanity.

Reuters

Canada adds sanctions on Russia, Iran, Myanmar over human rights

Canada on Friday imposed fresh sanctions on Russia, Iran and Myanmar, citing alleged human rights violations by their governments.

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