Californians Once Facing Life without Parole Give Back Landmark Decisions for Release Result in Stronger Communities Philosophical Discussion and Editorial California has experienced a significant transformation in its criminal justice system, moving away from the deeply entrenched practice of sentencing individuals to life without parole (LWOP). Recent changes in legislation […]
Category: United Nations
Assad’s Victory Lap Sends Syrians into Passport Limbo
Syrians in Passport Limbo During Assad’s Victory Lap The Plight of Syrians Since 2011, Syrians have faced immense challenges when trying to renew their passports. The process, marked by interruptions and exorbitant costs, has become increasingly difficult. While President Assad basks in the support of Arab capitals and renewed foreign […]
Ireland’s Controversial Data Protection Law: Sacrificing Transparency for Security
Blatant Attempt to Shield Big Tech? In a move that has sparked controversy and raised concerns about transparency and accountability, the Irish government is proposing an amendment to the Data Protection Act of 2018 that would allow the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) to label all matters before it as […]
Ireland’s New Data Protection Law: A Threat to Transparency and Accountability
The Irish Data Protection Commission’s Proposed Confidentiality Label Raises Concerns Affront to Rights and Scrutiny Amnesty International has raised concerns over a proposed amendment to the Data Protection Act of 2018 in Ireland that would grant the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) the power to label all matters before it […]
Venezuela: International Criminal Court Approves Investigation into Human Rights Abuses
Venezuela: ICC Investigation Gets Go-Ahead Regional Support Essential to Ensure Justice for Serious Crimes The resumption of the International Criminal Court (ICC) investigation in Venezuela is seen as a glimmer of hope for justice for victims of serious human rights violations committed by the Maduro government. On June 27, 2023, […]
“Caught in a Political Quagmire: The Struggles of Syrians Stuck in Passport Limbo”
Syrians in Passport Limbo During Assad’s Victory Lap Introduction The process of renewing passports for Syrians has been plagued with difficulties since 2011, with interruptions, skyrocketing costs, and scarce appointments. Despite recent foreign travel opportunities for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad as Arab capitals normalize relations with the Syrian government, ordinary […]
Addressing Tunisia’s Rights Crisis: Urgent Call for Action by Human Rights Council
The Deterioration of Human Rights in Tunisia Requires Urgent Attention Introduction The human rights situation in Tunisia has significantly deteriorated in recent years, leading to concerns from international human rights organizations. Four prominent human rights organizations, including the International Commission of Jurists, International Service for Human Rights, Amnesty International, and […]
The Omission and Inclusion Conundrum: UN Chief’s Controversial ‘List of Shame’
UN Chief’s ‘List of Shame’ Adds Russia, Omits Israel: Mixed Message Sent About Abuses Against Children in Armed Conflict The UN’s Accountability Dilemma The recent addition of Russia to the United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’s annual “list of shame” for grave violations against children in armed conflict has sparked controversy. […]
Algeria’s Crackdown: Detaining Dissidents and Silencing Voices of Protest
Algeria: Activists Detained in Apparent Retribution June 27, 2023 Introduction In a troubling development, Algerian authorities have been holding at least four people for over four months, including a journalist, on the accusation of facilitating the escape of activist Amira Bouraoui from the country. Bouraoui, a gynecologist and political activist, […]
The Urgent Need for International Support in Establishing an Institution for Syria’s Missing and Disappeared
Establishment of an Independent Institution to Address Missing and Disappeared Persons in Syria Votes at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) is set to vote on June 29th on the establishment of an independent, international institution dedicated to clarifying the fate and whereabouts of […]