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www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
France politics

Europe live: China's Xi arrives in Paris with trade and Ukraine on agenda

France urged to address human rights with China ahead of Xi Jinping's visit. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago
Europe news

Russia troops accused of executing' surrendering Ukraine soldiers: Report

Russian forces reportedly executed Ukrainian soldiers surrendering, amounting to potential war crimes. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
JavaScript

Burkina Faso: Army accused of executing civilians, babies DW 04/25/2024

At least 223 civilians, including 56 children, were executed by Burkina Faso soldiers in two villages, highlighting the gravity of military abuses and crimes against humanity. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Israel strike that killed 106 people in Gaza apparent war crime': Probe

Unlawful Israeli air attack resulted in apparent war crime killing 106 civilians, including 54 children
HRW calls for suspension of weapons transfers to Israel and support for ICC investigation in Palestine [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Colombia and Panama failing to protect migrants in Darien Gap: HRW

Colombia and Panama are failing to protect migrants in the dangerous Darien Gap route.
Human Rights Watch calls for ensuring safety and human rights of migrants and asylum seekers in the region. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Iran's persecution of Baha'is branded crime against humanity'

Iran's Baha'i minority faces persecution since 1979 Islamic revolution
HRW suggests Iran's actions against Baha'is qualify as crimes against humanity [ more ]
Time Out London
2 months ago
Film

Four life-changing films to see at this year's Human Rights Watch Film Festival

Human Rights Watch festival showcases films on police brutality, LGBTQ+ issues, and social justice.
Featured films include 'After the Fire' on police brutality and 'Summer Qamp' on queer summer camps. [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
3 months ago
NYC LGBT

Russia issues first convictions for LGBT 'extremism'

Russia has issued its first convictions related to LGBTQ+ 'extremism' following a Supreme Court ruling declaring the 'international public LGBT movement' as an extremist group.
The Supreme Court ruling effectively outlaws LGBTQ+ activism in Russia, leading to arrests, police raids of gay clubs, and the closure of LGBTQ+ rights groups. [ more ]
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