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 ]
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 ]