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Survivors Of 2013 Syria Chemical Attack Seek Justice

Survivors of the 2013 chemical attack in Zamalka, Syria, seek justice amidst ongoing conflict and uncertainty.

Mozambique on edge before ruling on disputed election results

Final outcome expected after rigging allegations, weeks of protests and crackdown in which dozens have been killed

The Guardian - UK · Dec 22, 2024

Defining genocide: how a rift over Gaza sparked a crisis among scholars

New reports by human rights groups use the term to describe Israel’s offensive. The debate has fueled a brutal division among those who study mass violence

The Guardian - US · Dec 20, 2024

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Israel Accused Of 'Acts Of Genocide', 'Ethnic Cleansing' In Gaza

Israel on Thursday faced accusations of "acts of genocide" in Gaza, a charge it denounced as full of "lies", while a medical charity said the devastation caused in the Palestinian territory showed "signs of ethnic cleansing".

International Business Times · Dec 19, 2024

HRW Accuses Israel Of Genocide Through Water Deprivation In Gaza

Human Rights Watch accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza by depriving Palestinians of water, leading to deaths and diseases. Ongoing conflict damages water in...

Over 1,300 Children Have Never Been Reunited With Their Parents Years After Being Separated At The Border

A 135-page report reveals systemic failures, inhumane conditions, and lasting trauma for families separated under Trump's "Zero Tolerance" immigration policy.

Latin Times · Dec 19, 2024

Human Rights Watch: Israel committing genocide in Gaza by restricting water

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has accused Israel of causing the deaths of thousands of Palestinians by systematically restricting and targeting…

The National (Scotland) · Dec 19, 2024

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Human Rights Watch Accuses Israel Of Genocide In Gaza

Human Rights Watch accuses Israel of causing Palestinian deaths in Gaza by restricting water supply, leading to malnutrition and illness.

First Thing: 51 men found guilty in Pelicot mass rape trial

French man jailed for 20 years over abuse of ex-wife Gisèle Pelicot. Plus, Human Rights Watch accuses Israel of genocide for restricting Gaza water supply

The Guardian - UK · Dec 19, 2024

Israel committing ‘acts of genocide’ by cutting off water in Gaza, HRW says

Human Rights Watch says Israel is intentionally cutting off water supplies and destroying infrastructure in Gaza.

Al Jazeera · Dec 19, 2024

Israel accused of act of genocide over restriction of Gaza water supply

Human Rights Watch says Israeli forces have acted deliberately to cut availability of clean water

The Guardian - UK · Dec 19, 2024

Activist Tells Saudi-hosted UN Forum Of 'Silencing' Of Dissent

A Saudi human rights activist appeared via a video link Wednesday at a UN forum in the kingdom to denounce the "silencing" of dissent under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

International Business Times · Dec 18, 2024

El Salvador's New Cybersecurity Laws Raise Concerns Over Media Freedom

Proponents call it modernization, but watchdogs see a path to censorship.

Reason · Dec 16, 2024

Singapore steps up executions and pressure on anti-death penalty groups

Singapore has executed nine people so far this year and dozens more are on death row for drug trafficking offences.

Al Jazeera · Dec 14, 2024

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Human Rights Watch Report: Abuses By Mali's Armed Forces

Human Rights Watch report reveals abuses by Malian armed forces, Russian mercenaries, and jihadi groups in Mali post-UN peacekeeping mission.

Latin Times · Dec 12, 2024

Border Patrol Agents Under Fire in HRW Report for Denying Asylum, Expelling Families to Danger

"Agents were often abusive and seemed unwilling to follow US and international human rights law," said the border policy director at the organization

Radio France Internationale · Dec 12, 2024

Mali junta slammed for 'atrocities' against civilians one year after UN withdrawal

The NGO Human Rights Watch has condemned "atrocities" committed against civilians by Mali's army, the Russian mercenary group Wagner and Islamist armed groups since UN peacekeepers withdrew a year ago.

The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2024

Rights group accuses Russian mercenaries of abuses against civilians in Mali

Human Rights Watch says Mali’s armed forces, supported by Russian mercenaries, committed abuses against civilians since the withdrawal of a UN peacekeeping mission late last year

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Thousands Fleeing To Kurdish-Controlled Northeast Syria Face Dire Conditions

Human Rights Watch highlights dire conditions for displaced individuals in northeast Syria due to lack of shelter and basic necessities. Urgent need for co...

Radio France Internationale · Dec 11, 2024

Football chiefs back plans for World Cup on three continents and in Saudi Arabia

World football's governing body Fifa further incurred the wrath of human rights and environmental activists on Wednesday with the formal confirmation of Saudi Arabia as hosts for the 2034 World Cup and the staging of the 2030 event at venues in Europe, Africa and South America that will send dozens…

The Independent UK · Dec 11, 2024

Rights groups urge European nations not to send Syrian refugees back in haste

At least 14 European countries have put asylum applications by Syrians on hold

The Guardian - UK · Dec 9, 2024

Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup bid to be ratified by Fifa despite rights violations

Gulf state awarded the tournament amid accusations of ‘sportswashing’ over exploitation of its migrant workforce

The Independent UK · Dec 3, 2024

Taliban bans women from training as midwives

‘This will lead to women and girls dying,’ expert warns after latest crackdown by the Taliban

Al Jazeera · Nov 25, 2024

Israel deliberately killed three Lebanon journalists, rights watchdog says

Human Rights Watch says the Israeli attack on the journalists in October was carried out using a US-produced bomb.

The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2024

10 children killed by security forces in Mozambique's election protests, Human Rights Watch says

Human Rights Watch says Mozambique security forces have killed at least 10 children and injured dozens of others while trying to suppress weeks of protests following a disputed presidential election

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