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CNDH Chief Highlights Critical Migrant Rights Challenges and Morocco's Proactive Approach

In a powerful keynote address at a workshop focusing on migration, Amina Bouayach, President of Morocco's National Human Rights Council (CNDH), underscored the urgent global crisis of migrant disappearances while emphasizing her country's commitment to protecting migrant rights. Stark Migration......

Iranian Women Face Severe Penalties Under New Morality Laws

Iranian women could face harsh penalties, including the death sentence or up to 15 years in prison, under new morality laws that enforce compulsory dress codes. The legislation, introduced to promote "chastity and hijab," imposes severe consequences for defying mandatory veiling or engaging......

A Voice Silenced The Tragic End of Syrian Activist Mazen al-Hamada  

Mazen al-Hamada’s life embodied the resilience and tragedy of those who dare to speak out against oppression. A survivor of unspeakable torture under Bashar al-Assad’s regime, Hamada's death in the infamous Sednaya prison symbolizes the ongoing brutality endured by countless Syrians.......

Addressing Migrant Disappearances: CNDH and IOM Morocco Join Forces to Protect Rights

The MENA region accounted for 58% of global migrant deaths and disappearances in 2023, with 4,984 recorded cases, according to UN Migration. The National Human Rights Council (CNDH), in partnership with the International Organization for Migration Morocco (IOM Morocco), is organizing a workshop titled......

US Trade Office Investigates Nicaragua Over Human Rights and Labor Violations

The United States Trade Representative (USTR) has initiated an investigation into the government of Nicaragua, citing ongoing violations of labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law. The USTR, which is responsible for shaping U.S. foreign trade policies, announced the probe following multiple reports......

UN Group Declares Detention of Nasser Zefzafi Arbitrary Amid Government Denial

A United Nations Working Group has determined that the detention of Nasser Zefzafi, a prominent figure in Morocco's Hirak Rif movement, constitutes a violation of international law. Three international organizations—Committee for Justice, Freedom House, and MENA Rights Group—applauded......

Saudi Arabia to Host the 2034 FIFA World Cup A Controversial Milestone  

Saudi Arabia is poised to be named the host of the 2034 FIFA World Cup, marking a significant milestone in the Kingdom's ambitious plans to establish itself as a global leader in sports. However, this announcement has drawn sharp criticism from human rights organizations, highlighting concerns about......

Morocco Signals Policy Shift with Support for UN Death Penalty Resolution

Morocco is poised to make a landmark decision by voting in favor of the United Nations resolution on the moratorium on the death penalty, marking a significant departure from its previous stance. Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi announced this historic shift during a parliamentary session, highlighting......

Royal Diplomacy A Multifaceted Approach to Global Influence

The diplomacy of His Majesty King Mohammed VI is a prime example of a multifaceted and highly influential approach on the international stage. As emphasized by Omar Hilale, Morocco's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, the Kingdom’s diplomacy is not defined by a single......