Israel-Palestine Hostilities Affect Rights in Europe: Combat Antisemitism, Islamophobia; Protect Democratic Protest, Expression Introduction The ongoing hostilities between Israel and Palestinian armed groups in Gaza have had damaging effects on human rights in Europe, according to a recent report released by Human Rights Watch. The organization has raised concerns about […]
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The Three Basins Summit in Brazzaville: Paving the Way for a New Era
Summit in Brazzaville: A Historic Opportunity for the Future of Our Planet The upcoming Three Basins Summit in Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo, has the potential to open doors for an alternative future centered on prioritizing the protection of primary and degraded natural forests. This landmark summit aims to create […]
The Forced Repatriation Crisis: China’s Controversial Return of 500+ North Koreans
China Forcibly Returns More than 500 North Korean Escapees, Heightening Human Rights Concerns Introduction Chinese authorities have recently forcibly repatriated over 500 individuals who had escaped from North Korea. The returnees, mostly women, now face the imminent risk of detention in forced labor camps, as well as torture, sexual violence, […]
Examining the Aftermath: How Will Israel Respond to the Hamas-Led Attack Taking Hundreds of Lives?
Hamas-Led Attack in Southern Israel Kills Hundreds Introduction In a tragic turn of events, armed groups from Gaza, mainly the military wing of Hamas, launched a deadly attack in southern Israel early Saturday morning. The assailants managed to overcome Israeli soldiers at the border and proceeded to carry out massacres, […]
EU Commission Should Take Action to Address Tunisia’s Abuses Against Migrants
EU Commission Should Stop Ignoring Tunisia’s Abuses Against Migrants The Controversial Migration Control Deal On Friday, the European Union (EU) Commission announced its decision to move forward with a controversial deal on migration control, despite concerns about human rights violations. The deal, which was reached in July, involves providing financial […]
The Unsettling Reality: Egypt’s Use of Child Soldiers Draws Stern US Rebuke
The US Rebukes Egypt for Using Child Soldiers Raising Awareness of Grave Violations Against Children The United States Department of State has taken the unprecedented step of adding Egypt to its list of countries implicated in using child soldiers. This decision was based on independent reports that the Egyptian military […]
Escalating Challenges: The Uncertain Fate of the Rohingya in Bangladesh and Myanmar
Future Bleak for Rohingya in Bangladesh, Myanmar: No Justice, Freedom Since 2017 Atrocities The Plight of the Rohingya The Rohingya, a Muslim minority group in Myanmar, have long faced systematic discrimination and oppression. Since August 25, 2017, when the Myanmar military launched a campaign of mass atrocities in the Rakhine […]
“Surging Repression: Afghanistan’s Devastating Descent under Taliban Rule”
Afghanistan: Repression Worsens 2 Years into Taliban Rule Humanitarian Crisis, Severe Abuses Against Women Threaten Millions August 10, 2023 | New York The situation in Afghanistan has deteriorated significantly since the Taliban took control of the country on August 15, 2021. Human Rights Watch has recently released a report highlighting […]
Unleashing Destruction: Unraveling Russia’s Suspected Cluster Munition Attack in Ukraine
Apparent Russian Cluster Munition Attack in Ukraine: A Possible War Crime Background On July 8, 2023, an apparent Russian cluster munition attack took place in the residential district of Lyman, Ukraine, resulting in the death of nine civilians and injuring more than a dozen others. The attack is part of […]
“The United States Takes Charge: Leading the Security Council Through Perilous Times”
US at Helm of Security Council amid Rising Global Crises This week, United States Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield assumes the presidency of the UN Security Council. The ambassador’s agenda for August includes a “focus” on human rights. Human rights undoubtedly deserve to be on the council agenda, […]