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U.S. prosecutors have charged an Iranian general and three associates for allegedly plotting to assassinate Iranian-American activist Masih Alinejad. The news filled Alinejad with joy, as she expressed her gratitude …
Charges Filed Against Iranian Official in U.S. Assassination Plot of Activist Masih Alinejad Read More
Western nations are pushing China to allow independent observers into Xinjiang and Tibet, calling for the release of detained Uyghurs and Tibetans. During a U.N. session, Australian Ambassador James Larsen …
Western Nations Demand Transparency on Human Rights in Xinjiang and Tibet Read More
The African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights held a panel in Banjul, The Gambia, on October 17, 2024, introducing a new tracker to monitor the protection of human rights …
New Tracker Revealed to Protect Human Rights Defenders in Africa Read More
The John Quincy Adams Society at William and Mary hosted Heather Brandon-Smith to discuss human rights advocacy, focusing on strategies promoting a human-rights-centered foreign policy. Key topics included the necessity …
John Quincy Adams Society Explores Human Rights Advocacy with Heather Brandon-Smith Read More
Federal prosecutors charged Iranian Revolutionary Guard official Ruhollah Bazghandi in connection with a foiled assassination plot against journalist Masih Alinejad in New York City. Three others were implicated as well, …
Charges Filed Against Iranian Official in Assassination Plot Against Journalist Read More
KHRN has identified a newly discovered detention facility in Orumiyeh where detainees report torture. Interviewed former prisoners revealed details about the harsh conditions, including solitary confinement and severe beatings by …
KHRN Unveils Torture Practices in New Orumiyeh Detention Facility Read More
The European Court of Human Rights ruled against Russia’s foreign agents law, declaring it a violation of freedoms. Those wrongfully impacted are entitled to compensation, yet enforcement is doubtful since …
ECtHR Delivers Landmark Ruling Against Russia’s Foreign Agents Law Read More
This technical document sheds light on key concepts of sexual and gender diversity in relation to health and human rights. It clarifies terminology and discusses their implications in public health, …
Overview of Sexual and Gender Diversity in Health and Human Rights Read More
The Taliban’s new morality law instills caution among foreign diplomats and aid organizations, causing concerns about how the rules will impact international engagement and humanitarian aid in Afghanistan. Despite the …
The Impact of the Taliban’s Morality Law on Foreign Aid and Engagement Read More
Lithuania has requested the ICC to probe serious crimes by the Belarusian authorities against citizens, following significant crackdowns on civil rights since the 2020 elections. Reports of abuses may constitute …
Pushing for Justice: Lithuania’s Call for Accountability in Belarusian Repression Read More