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The Tunisian government has adopted arbitrary detention as a fundamental tactic to undermine civil and political rights, according to a recent Human Rights Watch report. Since President Kais Saied’s consolidation …
Tunisia’s Escalating Crackdown: The Role of Arbitrary Detention in Silencing Dissent Read More
The Tunisian government’s use of arbitrary detention has become a key element of its oppressive approach, targeting civil and political rights. Since President Kais Saied seized control of state institutions …
Tunisia’s Dissent Under Siege: The Grim Reality of Arbitrary Detention Read More
In Beirut, Lebanese journalists and civil society groups are once again facing the threat of criminal defamation charges, as revealed by Human Rights Watch. This appears to be a tactic …
Crackdown on Freedom of Expression: Lebanon’s Media Faces Defamation Charges Read More
Iranian authorities are poised to execute finger amputations on three men imprisoned for theft, with the cruel act potentially commencing on April 11, 2025, according to Human Rights Watch. The …
Iran’s Disturbing Plans for Finger Amputation of Prisoners Read More
In a recent revelation, Human Rights Watch has reported that while Saudi authorities have freed dozens of long-imprisoned individuals for peacefully expressing their rights, many more continue to face unjust …
Saudi Arabia: A Mixed Bag of Releases Amidst Continuing Repression Read More
In a chilling turn of events, Iran is reportedly planning to return Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi to prison, as a tactic to stifle her unwavering commitment to human rights advocacy. …
Iran’s Threat to Narges Mohammadi: A Call for Unconditional Release Read More
In a striking ruling on March 3, 2025, a Casablanca Court sentenced Fouad Abdelmoumni, a notable activist, to six months imprisonment and imposed a fine of 2,000 dirhams (about $208) …
Morocco Activist Sentenced: A Call to End the Repression of Free Speech Read More
In a recent statement from Beirut, Human Rights Watch raised alarm over Syria’s newly established constitutional declaration, designed to oversee the country’s transitional phase. The declaration promises to concentrate power …
Syria’s Constitutional Declaration Raises Rights Concerns and Executive Power Risks Read More
In a heartfelt plea, international and national human rights organisations, along with victims’ families of the tragic August 2020 Beirut port explosion, implore Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and Justice Minister …
A Call for Justice: Ensuring Independence in the Beirut Port Blast Investigation Read More
In a powerful appeal, survivors and families of Beirut port blast victims, along with 18 rights groups including Human Rights Watch, have urged Lebanon’s government to bolster judicial independence to …
Justice Demands Reform: Ensuring Accountability for Beirut Blast Victims Read More