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Morocco Prepares for Alternative Sentences Law Implementation

Morocco's Public Prosecutor, Hassan Daki, has called on courts across the country to gear up for the implementation of Law No. 43.22 on alternative sentences, set to take effect in August 2025. This directive comes as part of a broader strategy to address prison overcrowding and promote the rehabilitation......

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.......

Morocco to Implement Alternative Sentencing Law in August 2025

In a move to address prison overcrowding and promote rehabilitation, Morocco's Minister of Justice, Abdellatif Ouahbi, announced that the country's new law on alternative sentencing will come into effect on August 22, 2025. The law, known as Law No. 43.22, is designed to offer non-custodial penalties......

Moroccan Influencers and the Law: A Troubling Trend of Social Media Scandals

The sentencing of Moroccan social media personality Reda Bouzidi, known as "Ould Chinwiya," to three years in prison has reignited discussions about the ethical boundaries and responsibilities of influencers in the digital age. Bouzidi, alongside another influencer, "Bent Abbas,"......

Iran Grants Temporary Medical Leave to Nobel Peace Laureate Narges Mohammadi Amid Ongoing Imprisonment

Iran has granted temporary medical leave to Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi, who has been imprisoned since November 2021. According to her lawyer, Mostafa Nili, Mohammadi’s release comes after a recommendation from the examining doctor, and the public prosecutor suspended her sentence......

A Humanitarian Step: DR Congo Frees Seriously Ill Prisoners to Alleviate Overcrowding

In a move aimed at addressing the dire conditions and overcrowding in one of its most notorious prisons, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has released 1,685 "seriously ill" inmates from Makala Prison in Kinshasa. This initiative follows a tragic incident earlier this month, where 129......

Morocco's Human Rights Council Greenlights DNA Testing for Tazmamart Victims After Two Decades

In a significant development for human rights in Morocco, the National Human Rights Council (CNDH) has approved DNA testing on the remains of detainees who perished in the notorious Tazmamart prison. This decision comes after a 20-year campaign by the Association of Victims of Tazmamart, marking a potential......

Russian Physicist Sentenced to 15 Years for Treason Over Hypersonic Weapons Secrets

In a high-stakes case that has sent shockwaves through the scientific community, a Russian court has convicted physicist Alexander Shiplyuk of treason, sentencing him to 15 years in a penal colony. The verdict, delivered in a closed-door trial, underscores the escalating tensions surrounding Russia's......

Chaos Erupts in Congo Prison: 129 Dead in Failed Jailbreak Attempt

An attempted jailbreak at Congo’s largest prison, Makala Central Prison, has resulted in the deaths of 129 people, authorities confirmed on Tuesday. The incident, which involved a stampede and gunfire, has sparked outrage and calls for an independent investigation. According to Congolese Interior......