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Family of American Slain in the West Bank Demands an Independent Probe

Aysenur Eyzi Eygi's family calls for an independent investigation into her death during a protest, citing concerns over impartiality in an Israeli inquiry.
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Veteran human rights advocate freed in swap says Russia is sliding back toward Stalinist times

Oleg Orlov, a human rights activist, experienced repression in Russia under Putin's leadership and was forced into exile after his release.

Russian police raid alleged 'anti-war LGBTQ+ party', say state media

Russian security forces raided LGBTQ+ party meeting opposing Putin's invasion of Ukraine.
Putin's laws target LGBTQ+ community and suppress dissent and activism.

Veteran human rights advocate freed in swap says Russia is sliding back toward Stalinist times

Oleg Orlov, a human rights activist, experienced repression in Russia under Putin's leadership and was forced into exile after his release.

Russian police raid alleged 'anti-war LGBTQ+ party', say state media

Russian security forces raided LGBTQ+ party meeting opposing Putin's invasion of Ukraine.
Putin's laws target LGBTQ+ community and suppress dissent and activism.
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Nepal's Supreme Court rules trans woman is a woman in landmark case

Nepal's highest court rules trans woman should be recognized without medical verification.

The art of resistance: desert film festival showcases stories of the Sahrawi people

Jaimitna project showcases Sahrawi women's stories through QR codes on traditional clothing inside a tent in a refugee camp.

Ugandan Court Upholds Draconian Anti-Gay Law

Uganda's Constitutional Court upheld a controversial anti-gay law, which includes life imprisonment for gay sex and severe penalties for same-sex relations.
The international community has responded with funding suspensions and sanctions, while Uganda faces scrutiny from other African nations considering similar anti-gay legislation.
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Human rights in Russia: What follows Oleg Orlov's sentence? DW 02/29/2024

Oleg Orlov sentenced to prison for criticizing Russian military and Putin's regime
Despite facing persecution, Memorial organization members continue to fight for human rights

Russian court jails veteran rights activist, Memorial co-chair Orlov

Oleg Orlov sentenced to two and a half years in jail for denouncing Russia's assault on Ukraine.
Orlov's dedication to human rights activism despite facing Kremlin repression.

Human rights in Russia: What follows Oleg Orlov's sentence? DW 02/29/2024

Oleg Orlov sentenced to prison for criticizing Russian military and Putin's regime
Despite facing persecution, Memorial organization members continue to fight for human rights

Russian court jails veteran rights activist, Memorial co-chair Orlov

Oleg Orlov sentenced to two and a half years in jail for denouncing Russia's assault on Ukraine.
Orlov's dedication to human rights activism despite facing Kremlin repression.
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When a Foreign Government is Trying to Kill You on U.S. Soil

Foreign governments sponsored assassination plots on US soil, including targeting Iranian-American activist Masih Alinejad.

Supreme Court blocks Idaho's ban on emergency abortions, but it's 'not a victory for pregnant patients'

Supreme Court blocks Idaho's ban on emergency abortions, ruling in favor of providing care if the patient's health is threatened.
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