Human rights violations
US begins direct talks with Myanmar in reversal of isolation attempts following military coup
The US Assistant Secretary of State for Intelligence and Research, Michael Vance, played a leading role in the outreach, which has focused on shutting down scam centers that target Americans.
France summons Iranian ambassador over online campaign accusing Paris of human rights violations
UN probe finds Iran committed crimes against humanity in crackdown, cites US and Israel for strikes
Man shot by ICE in Austin says he is held in detention with bullet in his back
Venezuela's GNB guilty of crimes against humanity, including rape and torture, UN finds
"The torture, ill-treatment, and acts of sexual violence we have verified were not isolated incidents. They form part of a pattern of abuse used to punish and break victims," said head of UN mission.
Jewish teacher files human rights complaint over antisemitism at Canadian school
The complaint outlines a pattern of anti-Jewish hostility int the workplace, along with the school's alleged failure to protect Allen from discrimination and retaliatory treatment.
Trump rescinds Biden-era order on rights abuses with US-supplied weapons, sources say
The memorandum required the US government to produce reports for Congress on the use of US arms by other countries.
US considers holding military aid over IDF promotions despite human rights violations
Alleged human rights violations by Netzah Yehuda have left US officials mulling withholding military aid under the Leahy Law.
Iranian executions up by 43% since last year, most unannounced
Iran's Human Rights NGOs reported 834 executions in 2023, with only 15% officially announced, sparking concerns about transparency.
Prisoner rights violated more frequently since start of war against Hamas
Prisoners are afforded nowhere near the four-and-half square meter minimum afforded them under international law.
Sudan civil war: Still no end in sight - opinion
The entire Sudanese nation is a victim of this pitiless and uncompromising struggle for power.
Zaki's release: A victory or smokescreen for Egypt's human rights?
Observers debate whether Egypt's pardon of a detained researcher signifies genuine reform or is merely an attempt to placate international critics.
Taliban rejects UN report on human rights breaches in Afghanistan
Afghan Taliban rebuff United Nations report on pervasive human rights violations in the country, asserting the respect of rights under Islamic laws.
Yazidi women rescued eight years after ISIS kidnapping - analysis
While many Yazidis have been saved, the community continues to live in displaced persons' camps and does not receive much international assistance.
