How common is Israel's use of human shields in Gaza and the West Bank? – Al Jazeera
Rights groups say the practice of using human shields has been going on in the occupied Palestinian territories for decades. Breaking the Silence, a … Read more: How common is Israel's use of human shields in Gaza and the West Bank? – Al JazeeraContinue Reading
Mahmoud Shirvani Hanged for Murder in Kahnuj – Iran Human Rights
Iran Human Rights (IHRNGO); May 27, 2025: Mahmoud Shirvani, a man on death row for murder, was executed in Kahnuj Prison. Read more: Mahmoud Shirvani Hanged for Murder in Kahnuj – Iran Human RightsContinue Reading
EU countries 'losing patience' as Hungary grilled on Pride march and rule of law | Euronews
"We call upon Hungary to revise these measures, to ensure the human rights … civil society and LGBTI rights" as she entered the meeting. "We … Read more: EU countries 'losing patience' as Hungary grilled on Pride march and rule of law | EuronewsContinue Reading
Human Rights Commissioner highlights progress and areas for further government action in …
Vancouver B.C. – BC's Office of the Human Rights Commissioner (BCOHRC) released a report today that reviews progress made by provincial public … Read more: Human Rights Commissioner highlights progress and areas for further government action in …Continue Reading
Tunisia: Further Information: Mass Convictions of Opposition Activists
On 19 April 2025, the Tunis Court of First Instance sentenced 37 individuals, including prominent political opposition figures, lawyers, human rights … Read more: Tunisia: Further Information: Mass Convictions of Opposition ActivistsContinue Reading
Third-party reviewers invite written comments for Human Rights Review
The Upper Grand District School Board has initiated an independent Human Rights review of its services, which is being conducted by Pat Case and … Read more: Third-party reviewers invite written comments for Human Rights ReviewContinue Reading
Former employee sues Arsenal Football Club for unfair dismissal over 'inflammatory' social …
The claim is expected to be heard in 2026. Related Areas of Law. Employment and Discrimination Law · Civil Liberties and Human Rights. Read more: Former employee sues Arsenal Football Club for unfair dismissal over 'inflammatory' social …Continue Reading
Trump's Policing Policies Threaten Human Rights – Progressive.org
Trump's Policing Policies Threaten Human Rights. The Trump Administration is making it harder to hold police accountable while also expanding funding … Read more: Trump's Policing Policies Threaten Human Rights – Progressive.orgContinue Reading
A new low on US democracy support – Politico.eu
It actually used to mean something when a U.S. president raised concerns about specific democracy and human rights wrongdoings with foreign leaders. Read more: A new low on US democracy support – Politico.euContinue Reading
Specialist inquest and inquiry solicitor joins Leigh Day
Emily Driver, a solicitor specialising in inquests and public inquiries, has joined Leigh Day's human rights department. Read more: Specialist inquest and inquiry solicitor joins Leigh DayContinue Reading
A national human rights institution for the United States: Can cities lead the way?
In the absence of national leadership, activists must build a durable human rights apparatus from the ground up. Read more: A national human rights institution for the United States: Can cities lead the way?Continue Reading
European Rights Court Fines Bulgaria for Ill-Treating Anti-Govt Protester | Balkan Insight
The European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg ruled on Tuesday that Dimitar Pedev had been subjected to degrading treatment upon his arrest by the … Read more: European Rights Court Fines Bulgaria for Ill-Treating Anti-Govt Protester | Balkan InsightContinue Reading
UN human rights commissioner accuses Israel of inhumanity – Middle East Monitor
UN Human Rights Commissioner Volker Turk today accused Israel of inhumanity in its military operations in Gaza, describing the situation in the … Read more: UN human rights commissioner accuses Israel of inhumanity – Middle East MonitorContinue Reading
Charity body raises AI human rights fears under Labour government
It is further concerned that the “first attempts at regulating artificial intelligence prioritise growth and security over human rights”. Read more: Charity body raises AI human rights fears under Labour governmentContinue Reading
Zabihollah Sarani Hanged in Zahedan – Iran Human Rights
Iran Human Rights (IHRNGO); May 26, 2025: Zabihollah Sarani, a Baluch man on death row for murder, was executed in Zahedan Central Prison. Read more: Zabihollah Sarani Hanged in Zahedan – Iran Human RightsContinue Reading