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Palestinians recount harrowing tales of torture and sexual violence at UN hearings

This week marked a significant moment as Palestinians shared their distressing accounts of abuse at the hands of Israeli settlers and security forces during the latest round of public hearings of the United Nations’ Independent Commission of Inquiry (COI) concerning the situation in the Occupied......

Decrease in preventive detention rates in Morocco for 2023

The rate of preventive detention in Morocco has dropped to 37.56% of the total prison population for the year 2023, according to a report from the Public Ministry. This reduction is attributed to exceptional efforts in rationalizing, controlling, and monitoring preventive detention measures within penal......

Trump’s controversial remarks on hostage crises and human rights violations

US President Donald Trump recently made a striking statement regarding Hamas, asserting that “only sick and twisted people keep [dead] bodies.” This comment has stirred significant discussion, particularly in relation to Israel's actions and the ongoing hostage situation. In a post on......

Human rights violations in Tindouf camps raise alarm at UN Council

During the 58th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, several non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and witnesses highlighted grave human rights violations occurring in the Tindouf camps, located in southwestern Algeria. These concerns were particularly voiced by the Sahrawi NGO......

Uncertainty Surrounds Alleged Poisoning Attempt on Bashar al-Assad in Exile

Bashar al-Assad, the former Syrian president who has been a controversial figure for years, is reportedly the target of a poisoning attempt. Living in exile in Moscow under the protection of Russian President Vladimir Putin since December, troubling allegations have surfaced, casting doubt among his......

Moroccan Human Rights Group Uncovers Alleged Detention Facility Masquerading as Mental Health Center

In a disturbing development from Central Morocco, the Moroccan Association for Human Rights (AMDH) has called for authorities to investigate an alleged human trafficking operation following the discovery of 19 individuals held captive at a farm in Kelaat Sraghna province. The victims were reportedly......

Women and Girls Endure Brutal Sex Slavery Amid Sudan's Ongoing Conflict, HRW Reports

The ongoing conflict in Sudan has left women and girls as the most vulnerable victims of horrific sexual violence, with widespread reports of sexual assault and sex slavery at the hands of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and allied militias. Human Rights Watch (HRW) has documented a disturbing pattern......

Bashar al-Assad's First Statement After Fleeing Syria A Defense of His Legacy

In his first public statement since fleeing Syria, former President Bashar al-Assad has offered a defense of his leadership and denied any premeditated plans to leave the country during the final days of the Syrian conflict. This statement, which was reportedly released through official Syrian government......

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......