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As the curtain rises for the 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia, a haunting echo fills the air from a rights activist’s warning: fans will inhabit a deceptive “bubble” far …
Saudi Activist Warns 2034 World Cup Fans Will Live in a ‘Bubble’ Read More
In an exciting announcement, the BBC revealed a new series by the esteemed documentary filmmaker Norma Percy, titled “Israel and the Palestinians: The Road to 7th October (w/t).” Set to …
BBC Two’s New Series on Israeli-Palestinian Conflict by Norma Percy Read More
On January 9, 2025, Lebanon took a pivotal turn as Joseph Aoun, a military leader, was elected president, finally breaking a two-year political stalemate. In his inaugural address, Aoun declared …
Lebanon’s New President: A Chance for Accountability and Reform Read More
The United Arab Emirates has taken custody of Abdul Rahman Yusuf al-Qaradawi, a prominent Egyptian poet and dissident, igniting fears of his possible extradition from Lebanon. This news surfaced after …
UAE Detains Poet and Dissident Abdul Rahman Yusuf al-Qaradawi Amid Extradition Fears Read More
In a startling move that raises serious human rights concerns, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has extradited Ulugbek Shadmanov, a prominent businessman and head of United Cement Group, back to …
UAE Extradites Ulugbek Shadmanov to Uzbekistan Amid Human Rights Concerns Read More
On January 8, 2025, we reflect on the tragic passing of Baktash Abtin, a courageous poet and human rights advocate, who died while imprisoned in Evin Prison during the COVID-19 …
Remembering Baktash Abtin: Three Years of Silence and Demand for Justice Read More
In the heart of Iran, amidst an atmosphere thick with fear and resilience, activists bravely vocalize the threats they endure while demanding freedom and rights. France’s foreign minister recently condemned …
Resilience Amidst Oppression: The Struggles of Iranian Activists Read More
The Human Rights Office at Western University noted a striking 32% increase in contacts during the 2023–24 academic year, correlating significantly with the escalating geopolitical conflict in the Middle East. …
Western University Reports Increased Discrimination Contacts Amid Middle East Conflict Read More
The Lebanese government has made a controversial decision to extradite Abdul Rahman al-Qaradawi, an Egyptian activist, to the UAE, despite serious concerns about potential human rights violations he may face …
Lebanon’s Controversial Extradition of Activist al-Qaradawi to UAE Read More
In a shocking revelation, the United Nations reports that Iran executed at least 901 individuals in 2024, marking an alarming rise from the 853 executions reported in the previous year. …
U.N. Reports Iran Executed Over 900 People in 2024, Alarm Bells Ring Read More