- December 30th, 2024
Germany has recalled its ambassador to Iran and summoned the Iranian chargé d'affaires in Berlin following Iran's execution of Jamshid Sharmahd, a German-Iranian dual national, convicted of terrorism by Iranian authorities. Sharmahd, 69, who had been held in Iranian custody...
Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has firmly dismissed allegations from China accusing Australia of being “plagued by systemic racism and hate crimes,” following a renewed condemnation of China’s human rights record by a group of Western nations led by Australia....
In recent years, Europe has found itself at a crossroads on the issue of migration, grappling with both external pressures from increased migrant flows and internal challenges as anti-immigration parties gain momentum across the continent. The political landscape of Europe,...
Chinese authorities have been systematically harassing Chinese citizens living in Japan who participate in activities Beijing deems "subversive," according to a recent report by Human Rights Watch (HRW). Released on Thursday, the report sheds light on China's efforts to suppress...
The Middle East has long been a region deeply scarred by conflict, its history marked by wars, uprisings, and displacements. Yet, the past year, which has seen violent escalations and border tensions that stretch across several nations, has ushered in...
The United Nations Human Rights Office has formally requested clarification from the New Zealand government regarding allegations of human rights violations against the Māori in the regions of Whakatū/Nelson and Wairarapa Moana in Waikato. The claims focus on the infringement...
Bangladesh's human rights situation has been a subject of scrutiny from both domestic and international observers. Despite significant progress in development, concerns persist regarding the protection and promotion of human rights for citizens. Freedom of expression, extrajudicial killings, gender-based violence,...
The United States government makes policy decisions, and the executive branch, including the president and Congress, is responsible for deciding which ideals to support on foreign policy issues. Congress controls the purse strings, so it has a significant influence on...