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Published on 11:00 GMT

European Union imposes sanctions on Iran’s judiciary over human rights abuses—including the persecution of Bahá’ís

Brussels – The Council of the European Union (EU) imposed sanctions and restrictive measures on a number of courts, judges and prisons in Iran in its decision 2025/774. These sanctions spotlight the role of judicial authorities and penal institutions …

Source: The European Times - Pending
Published on 20:28 GMT

‘They told my brother I was dead’: inside Israel’s psychological warfare against Palestinian prisoners

Today is Palestinian Prisoners’ Day. My brother, Assem Hanaysha, has been in administrative detention — imprisonment without charge or trial — for over a year now. During the month of Ramadan last March, a heavy piece of news reached him in the cells of …

Source: Mondoweiss - Left-wing
Published on 06:07 GMT

Easter Triduum ought to turn us all into human rights activists

As we embrace the Lord’s Passion, let us share in His agony – and the pain of the persecuted in the world today Today, Maundy Thursday, Christians around the world enter into the Easter Triduum, in which we reflect on the last days of the life of Jesus …

Source: Union of Catholic Asian News - Indeterminate
Published on 15:35 GMT

Record Violations, Mass Detentions: Palestinian Prisoners’ Day in Numbers

10 prisoners from Gaza were released. (Photo: via social media) By Palestine Chronicle Staff Held on April 17, Palestinian Prisoners’ Day was established in 1974 to honor the struggle of prisoners in Israeli prisons. Palestinian Prisoners’ Day was held …

Source: The Palestine Chronicle - Left-wing
Published on 14:15 GMT

Israeli prison system designed to crush Palestinian resilience, says ex-detainee

Asia Pacific Report A researcher says the Israeli prison system aims to subjugate the Palestinian people as rallies across the West Bank marked Prisoners’ Day today while yet another prisoner was reported dead. “When you have the statistics that one in …

Source: Asia Pacific Report - Neutral
Published on 15:11 GMT

Return of Ukrainian children forcefully deported to Russia is non-negotiable, Kyiv says

While most Europeans are travelling home to spend Easter break with their families, up to 20,000 Ukrainian children remain in Russia after being illegally deported from Ukraine, Ukraine’s deputy foreign minister told Euronews. “This is a time when people …

Source: Yahoo News - Pending
Published on 13:05 GMT

Azerbaijani journalist Afgan Sadigov released from prison after being granted bail

Rely on OC Media? We rely on you too. Amidst the current global turmoil, small news outlets like ours could be the first to close. Help us get off grants and become the first reader-funded news site in the Caucasus, and keep telling the stories that matter …

Source: Open Caucasus Media - Center-left
Published on 15:42 GMT

US cuts funds: Yale tracking kidnapped Ukraine kids to end

UNITED STATES “We know a lot more about US President Trump’s plans to extract minerals from Ukraine than we do about Trump’s plans to extract Ukrainian kids [who have been forcibly transported by Russian officials] from Russia.” – Gillian Huebner, …

Source: University World News - Center-left
Published on 19:00 GMT

Hamas says freeing Palestinian prisoners from Israeli jails is a ‘top priority’

The Palestinian Islamic Resistance Movement, Hamas, said on Wednesday that freeing Palestinian prisoners from Israeli jails is a top priority. The movement called for global action in support of the prisoners’ cause. “The occupation state’s prison …

Source: Middle East Monitor - Indeterminate
Published on 21:54 GMT

Mohammed reminds PM of commitment to Trini detainees in Syria

News Laurel V Williams 2 Hrs Ago Chairman of the Repatriation Committee Nizam Mohammed. - File photo CHAIRMAN of the Repatriation Committee, Nizam Mohammed, has renewed pleas to the government to take immediate action toward the rescue and repatriation of …

Source: Trinidad and Tobago Newsday - Indeterminate
Published on 16:54 GMT

[Houthi Militia Accused of Kidnapping Vendors in Dhamar Over Tax Disputes

Alarming reports have emerged from Dhamar, Yemen, alleging that the Houthi militia has kidnapped dozens of local vendors. These actions are said to be part of a coercive campaign to enforce tax payments, further straining the livelihoods of already …

Source: Yemen Online - Pending
Published on 14:04 GMT

Nigerian convicted of fraud in UK avoids deportation due to autistic children

Olufemi Ojaleye, a Nigerian convicted of fraud in the UK, has avoided deportation after a tribunal ruled that his children’s special needs warranted his continued stay in the country. Ojaleye was sentenced to seven years imprisonment for playing a leading …

Source: The Cable - Neutral
Published on 05:44 GMT

Bondi 'grotesquely' claims Abrego Garcia's wife and disabled child are 'safer because he is gone'

Amid the ongoing legal battle over the Maryland man mistakenly deported to an El Salvador mega-prison, Attorney General Pam Bondi has now said the country and the man's wife and disabled child are "safer now that he's gone." Bondi, who …

Source: Irish Star - Center-left
Published on 03:44 GMT

LGBT Activists Panic After This Huge Move In The Fight To Protect Children

Before it’s possible to discuss any policy position that’s supposedly “progressive,” the first step is always to escape the world of euphemisms and start talking, in explicit detail, about what’s actually happening. This might sound straightforward, but …

Source: Daily Wire - Right-wing
Published on 20:16 GMT

Violence deconstructed: Sheryl Sandberg’s Zionist propaganda comes at a telling time

In early March, while the Trump administration began publicly unleashing plainclothes ICE officers to kidnap students who have criticized Israel’s U.S.-funded genocide in Gaza, Sheryl Sandberg maintained that, actually, the real victims here were students …

Source: Prism - Pending
Published on 01:04 GMT

One was violated with a Kalashnikov, another raped repeatedly after seeing her husband shot. Now, the thousands of ...

Halyna was at home alone when the Russians came knocking, saying they were ‘looking for Nazis’. The 62-year-old widow was ordered at gunpoint to run around naked in the winter snow before being sexually violated with a Kalashnikov in the most grotesque …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on Apr 16, 2025

Ukrainian parliament calls Crimean child adoptions “genocide” as European Court takes case

The European Court of Human Rights has begun hearing a case concerning the illegal adoption of Ukrainian children from Crimea by Russian citizens. The case involves ten children, aged one to five. The human rights situation in occupied Crimea has …

Source: Euromaidan Press - Neutral
Published on Apr 16, 2025

As Israelis in New York, we’re horrified by ICE’s detention of one of our Palestinian partners in peace

Pro-Palestinian activists rally for Mohsen Mahdawi and protest against deportations outside of ICE Headquarters on April 15 in New York City. Photo by Adam Gray/Getty Images Editor’s note: A version of the following was first published as an open …

Source: Forward - Pending
Published on Apr 16, 2025

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has initiated proceedings regarding the illegal adoption of Ukrainian children ...

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has notified the Russian government of application No. 6719/23, submitted by the Ukrainian Helsinki Human Rights Union (UHHRU) on behalf of ten Ukrainian children who were taken from Crimea after the occupation …

Source: The Odessa Journal - Neutral

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 13:48 GMT

Rwanda: Facts & Figures 2024

One example is our support to families separated as they escape conflict and other situations of violence in the Great Lakes Region, crossing borders, including into Rwanda. In partnership with the Rwanda Red Cross Society (RRCS) and other components of …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 20:42 GMT

MEDITERRANEAN: Fall in recorded crossings in first quarter of 2025 ― Greece redesignates Türkiye as ‘safe third country’ ...

The significant decrease in the number of irregular border crossings into the EU via the Mediterranean routes that was observed in 2024 has continued into the first quarter of 2025. Greece has redesignated Türkiye as a “safe third country” for people …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 20:41 GMT

EU EXTERNAL PARTNERS: EU deepens police co-operation with Egypt ― Libyan authorities escalate crackdown on humanitarian ...

The European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (Europol) has signed a working agreement with Egypt. Libyan authorities have suspended the operation of ten humanitarian NGOs after accusing them of facilitating the “resettlement” of people on the …

Distribution channels: Politics
Published on April 17, 2025 - 20:41 GMT

OP-ED: Germany’s dangerous shift to the right: The new coalition agreement is a blow to refugee protection

By Karl Kopp and Wiebke Judith Germany is facing a watershed moment in refugee policy. The negotiated coalition agreement between the conservative parties (CDU/CSU) and the Social Democrats (SPD) signals not only a dramatic tightening of asylum law but …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 09:21 GMT

Alona Lebedieva: The Law on Bona Fide Acquirers Is a Crucial Step Toward Legal and Investment Stability

KYIV, UKRAINE, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed Law No. 12089, which strengthens the protection of the rights of bona fide acquirers of property. In particular, property can no longer be …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 19:35 GMT

Integrating Leading Voices: Psychedelic Science 2025 Unveils More Speakers for the World's Premier Psychedelic ...

Former Texas Governor Rick Perry; Shereef Elnahal, Former Undersecretary for Health, U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs; Congressman Jack Bergman; Congressman Morgan Luttrell; Javier Muniz, Former Associate Director, FDA Division of Psychiatry; Carl Hart, Ph.D …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 20:35 GMT

Montenegrin State Election Commission begins livestreaming its sessions with OSCE support

On 17 April, the State Election Commission of Montenegro (SEC) held its first livestreamed session using video equipment provided by the OSCE Mission to Montenegro. By introducing livestreamed sessions, SEC has addressed a recommendation from the OSCE …

Distribution channels: Politics
Published on April 17, 2025 - 19:20 GMT

Myanmar’s Military Government Releases Almost 5000 Prisoners

(MENAFN) On Thursday, Myanmar's military government freed almost 5,000 prisoners, including several foreign nationals, to mark the country’s traditional New Year, as reported by local media outlets. The release began at Insein Prison, located in Yangon …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 21:52 GMT

4/20 For Freedom: Last Prisoner Project and Ben & Jerry’s Call on Governors to Grant Cannabis Clemency

The Fight for Cannabis Justice This 4/20 Just Got a Little Bit Sweeter WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As in years past, this 4/20, cannabis businesses will rack up sales, public figures will use their …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 20:22 GMT

Denise Richards is this year’s Honoree for The Jonathan Foundation’s Spring Fundraiser as an Advocate to Help Children

Hosted by Emmy Award Winner Fritz Coleman, Retired KNBC Weathercaster Saturday, May 17, 2025 @ The Universal Sheraton -5:30 PM LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Popular actress Denise Richards is this year’s …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 19:20 GMT

Madison Education Group Launches New Certificate Program

New Certificate Program in Leadership Principles and Developing Visionary Leadership Skills MELBOURNE, FL, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Madison Education Group and the Madison School of Professional Development are proud …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 16:45 GMT

Supreme Court Declines Cannabis Case; DOJ Faces Escalating Scrutiny Over Prosecutorial Misconduct

Lucas Sirois followed Maine law—but federal prosecutors continue pursuit, potentially violating DOJ funding limits and wasting taxpayer resources. AUGUSTA, ME, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a significant development …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on April 17, 2025 - 16:41 GMT

University of Phoenix Career Optimism Index Reveals 1 in 4 American Workers Face Professional Uncertainty

PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amid record-low institutional trust and rising workplace grievances, the fifth annual Career Optimism Index® from the University of Phoenix Career Institute® finds American workers …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 13:14 GMT

Global Impact Wellness Group Welcomes Taylor Smith as New Executive Leader Focused on Legal Affairs and Community Impact

Global Impact Wellness Group is proud to announce the appointment of Taylor Smith as the newest executive leader within the organization. BALTIMORE , MD, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Impact Wellness Group is proud …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Elected Officials and Silicon Valley Nonprofits Hold 'Save Medicaid' Rally to Fight Impending Budget Cuts

Zoe Lofgren, Sam Liccardo and Silicon Valley nonprofits rally to fight for Medicaid SAN JOSE, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PRxDigital, Inc. will host a press conference and community rally to oppose impending cuts to …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Critically Acclaimed Put the Guns Down: A World Epidemic Streams May 7 on Peacock, Prime, Apple TV & Google TV

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The powerful, award-winning documentary Put the Guns Down: A World Epidemic makes its highly anticipated global streaming debut on May 7, 2025, across major platforms, including Peacock …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 09:23 GMT

CSI condemns Holy Week massacre of Christians in Nigeria

A team from Christian Solidarity International was on the ground in Nigeria as the killings unfolded ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On April 13, Palm Sunday, Fulani militias massacred 56 people in a Christian village …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 09:00 GMT

Androscoggin Bank – Leading the Way in Sustainable Banking

LEWISTON, ME, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Androscoggin Bank has partnered with Acumen Media and CNBC to debut “Banking on Change,” a compelling short film that highlights the transformative potential of sustainable banking …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on April 17, 2025 - 13:48 GMT

Rwanda: Facts & Figures 2024

One example is our support to families separated as they escape conflict and other situations of violence in the Great Lakes Region, crossing borders, including into Rwanda. In partnership with the Rwanda Red Cross Society (RRCS) and other components of …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on April 17, 2025 - 13:48 GMT

Uganda: Facts & Figures 2024

We have also interacted with the law faculties of several universities through national and regional moot court competitions and an IHL essay competition, besides delivering guest lectures to promote IHL teaching. We have also engaged closely with the …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 13:48 GMT

Artificial intelligence in the military domain: ICRC submits recommendations to UN Secretary-General

Over the course of our history, the ICRC has played a significant role in the development of many of the IHL rules regulating the use of means and methods of warfare. The ICRC’s work related to the regulation of weapons, means and methods of warfare is …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 00:21 GMT

Autism Acceptance Month Shines at Jay Nolan's Vibrant 'Picnic in the Park' Celebration

Families with children with disabilities enjoyed a day of fun, community, and support thanks to local sponsors and Jay Nolan Community Services LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Sunday, April 13, 2025, Jay …

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Published on April 16, 2025 - 20:50 GMT

ACTOR DANNY ARROYO BRINGS NOTORIOUS LA OUTLAW TIBURCIO VÁSQUEZ TO LIFE ON THE WILD WEST CHRONICLES

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Actor Danny Arroyo is making waves this awards season with his compelling portrayal of the notorious California outlaw Tiburcio Vásquez, now on the Emmy ballot for Outstanding …

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Published on April 16, 2025 - 20:44 GMT

Dr. Jamal H. Bryant and The JHB Movement to Host Strategic Town Hall Revealing the Next Phase of the TargetFast Movement

STONECREST, GA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As national momentum continues to build around the TargetFast movement, Dr. Jamal Harrison Bryant, Senior Pastor of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church and founder of The JHB …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on April 16, 2025 - 19:13 GMT

A Season of Shared Hope: Eric Malley Offers a Reflective Easter and Passover Message for All

Both Easter and Passover call us to remember the past, celebrate the present, and look forward with hope to a future shaped by justice, compassion, and freedom. WEST HARTFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Easter and …

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Published on April 16, 2025 - 18:55 GMT

NextGen Welcomes Veteran Fundraiser Bruce Duesterhoeft to Digital Team

PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NextGen Fundraising has announced the addition of veteran fundraiser Bruce Duesterhoeft as Senior Director, Digital Services. Bruce has spent a career spanning more than …

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Published on April 16, 2025 - 17:44 GMT

ICCU and Stukent Announce Renewed Commitment to Expand Financial Literacy Across the West

ICCU and Stukent expand their partnership to bring free, hands-on financial literacy tools to 500K students across the western U.S. POCATELLO, ID, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ICCU and Stukent®, a leading edtech provider …

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Published on April 16, 2025 - 17:42 GMT

Yilin Chen Announces New Film Projects to Amplify Women's Voices and Promote Gender Equity in Global Cinema

Film producer Yilin Chen launches socially driven projects that spotlight women's stories while advancing inclusive growth in the global film industry LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Film producer Yilin …

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