Central & Eastern Europe Human Rights Newswire

European court validates Ukraine’s ban on St. George ribbon, Russian war symbol

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has rejected a complaint challenging Ukraine’s ban on the public use of the St. George ribbon in the case Borzikh v. Ukraine, European Pravda reports, citing the court’s decision. The St. George ribbon was once a …

World Human Rights Day 2024: “Our rights, our future, right now”

Every year on December 10, World Human Rights Day is observed to raise awareness about the fundamental rights and freedoms that every individual is entitled to, regardless of nationality, ethnicity, gender, or religion. Today marks the 76th anniversary of …

Russians Unleash Dogs on Ukrainian Prisoners: New Evidence About Borisoglebsk Detention Centre #2

Russians use stun guns and truncheons, unleash dogs, and sexually assault prisoners — all in the centre of the city, where there is a market and entertainment nearby. In the middle of the city of Borisoglebsk, in the Voronezh oblast, there is Detention …

Plans for Ukraine to Join EU, NATO 'Suicidal': Moscow

Russia has described Ukraine's potential admission to the European Union and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization as "madness" and "suicidal." Kyiv has consistently expressed its ambition to join the organizations and formally …

The Russian-Ukrainian War: A Test of Global Diplomacy and International Law

The Russian-Ukrainian war has become a defining event of our time, challenging global diplomacy, international law, and the principle of sovereignty. Since the invasion began in February 2022, the conflict has morphed into a prolonged struggle with far- …

Belarus Ranks Fourth In The World Regarding Imprisoned Journalists Number

2 There are 40 of them. Belarus ranks fourth in the world in terms of the number of imprisoned journalists, last year it was third). There are 40 of them (at the end of 2023 there were 39). The largest number of journalists behind bars is in China — 124. …

Ukrainian border guard from Volyn Oblast convicted of treason asks to be handed over to Russia – document

Ihor Kadayev. Photo: website Hochu k Svoim Ihor Kadayev, a 40-year-old former head of a border detachment unit in Volyn Oblast, convicted of treason and collaborating with Russian intelligence services, has requested to be handed over to Russia as part of …

Medical Marijuana Is Set To Become Available In Ukraine Early In 2025, Key Lawmaker Says

Following the legalization of medical marijuana in Ukraine earlier this year, a lawmaker said this week that the first registered cannabis medicines could become available as soon as next month. “Everything is in place for patients to receive medical …

Democracy and Belarus in 2024: an insight from a Young European Ambassador

Human Rights are increasingly at the forefront of conversations across the European continent, particularly since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Many EU countries have stood in solidarity with Ukraine and condemned the …

'Your old life is gone:' Ukrainian siblings graduate from Eastern Florida

Celebrations have been few and far between for a pair of siblings caught up in the turmoil and despair of war. In January 2023, at just 16 and 18, siblings Yelysei and Anastasiia Shkirpan fled Ukraine with their mother. The family arrived in Brevard County …

Poland accused of pushing migrants back to Belarus

12 Dec 2024 Human Rights Watch claims that Polish authorities have been “unlawfully, and sometimes violently, forcing people trying to enter the country back to Belarus”. Poland has been accused of pushing migrants back across its border with Belarus in …

Over 300 Ukrainian Civilian Women Currently In Russian Captivity Human Rights Advocate

After one year of new government, anger in Poland over broken abortion promises

Keep our news free from ads and paywalls by making a donation to support our work! Notes from Poland is run by a small editorial team and is published by an independent, non-profit foundation that is funded through donations from our readers. We cannot do …

Homeira and Julia Bring Ukraine, Afghanistan To New Haven

Linda Zhou photo Elena's Light Founder Fereshteh Ganjavi (left) with Qaderi (center) and Siawash. When Siawash reads the once-unsent letters that his mom wrote to him while she was living in exile and he was a child in Afghanistan, he isn’t filled with …

Russia, Ukraine to exchange parcels for POWs for New Year's Eve

MOSCOW, Dec. 12 (Xinhua) -- Russia and Ukraine have agreed to exchange parcels for prisoners of war (POWs) for the New Year's Eve, TASS reported Thursday citing Russian Human Rights Commissioner Tatyana Moskalkova. "We have agreed with the …

Chechnya’s Kadyrov Nearly Triples Loyal Military Units During Ukraine War – Proekt

The number of military units loyal to Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov has more than doubled during Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the independent investigative outlet Proekt reported Wednesday. Before 2022, Kadyrov had seven battalions, regiments, police and …

Why Nigeria Ranks 120th of 142 in 2024 World Human Rights, Rule of Law Index

Nigeria ranks 120 out of 140 countries in the 2024 World Human Rights and Rule of Law Index, scoring below average and falling behind military-ruled Niger, gang-plagued El Salvador and war-torn Ukraine. The index, compiled by the World Justice Project, …

Syria’s Fall

An era of fifty years of oppression, subjugation, and suppression by the Al-Assad family came to an end on 8 December 2024, by a group of Sunni-led militant forces, mainly headed by Abu Mohammed al-Jolani under the umbrella of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). …

Israel to shut Dublin embassy following Ireland’s support for genocide petition

Israel has announced it will close its embassy in Ireland after Dublin backed a petition to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) accusing Israel of committing genocide. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar said the decision was due to the Irish …

Korean Adoptees Worldwide Request Korean Government to Refrain from Hague Adoption Convention: End Overseas Adoption Now

"Imagine being told all your life you are an orphan," Janine Vance says, "but 50 years into the future, you learn your family is alive. The agency lied." SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In …

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR PALM BEACH AND MARTIN COUNTIES OPENS ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP CYCLE ON DECEMBER 16

About 88 Scholarships are Available for High School Seniors Enrolling in Colleges, Universities, and Trade or Vocational Programs in Summer/Fall 2025 WEST PALM BEACH , FL, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

Ministry of Defense Approves SGB Treatment for Trauma in Israel

HISTORIC BREAKTHROUGH: Ministry of Defense Approves SGB Treatment for Trauma in Israel – Please help us bring this lifesaving treatment to those in need! CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Erase PTSD Now is …

Autism Evaluations Now Available at Beal Wellness in Atlanta

With shorter wait times and a multi-disciplinary team, Beal Wellness launches autism evaluations in Atlanta, led by Dr. Beal’s decades of experience. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Beal Wellness proudly …

FORMER PRINCIPAL CHIEF CHAD SMITH RELEASES BOOK ON CHEROKEE LEGAL HISTORY AND CURRENT ISSUES

Former Cherokee Nation Chief Smith releases new book, "Cherokee Nation- Proceed Undaunted.", a commentary on Cherokee Nation’s history, corruption, and hope. TAHLEQUAH, OK, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Harrison-Ross Mortuary Announces $7.5 Million Funding Round, Led by Black Unicorn Factory

Harrison and Ross Paving the Way for Historic IPO LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, December 15, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Harrison-Ross Mortuary, a revered Los Angeles institution for over 85 years, takes a groundbreaking step towards becoming …

Canadian MP Shaun Chen introduced a Petition to Refer Sri Lanka to Int’l Court of Justice (ICJ) for Tamil Genocide

He introduced it with the support of the Transnational Government of Tamil Eelam (TGTE) COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, December 15, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The petitioners call upon the House of Commons to take legal action before the International …

Egypt: Completion of the Regional Arabic course on International Humanitarian Law in Sharm El-Sheikh

The course brought together participants from 17 Arab states, marking an important milestone in IHL education across the region. It brought together government officials from different ministries (including Ministries of Defense, Foreign Affairs, and …

(Video) U.S. Senators and Generals Advocate for Regime Change in Iran at Senate Gathering

Shaheen said," The importance of supporting the Iranian people’s right to self-determination, urging, “We must invest in democracy, human rights, and justice." PARIS, FRANCE, December 14, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Council …

Winter Wonderland Raises $27,000 for Local Diabetes Community

8th Annual Winter Wonderland Fundraiser Benefits Nevada Diabetes Association. Money raised to help people with diabetes in Northern Nevada. RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, December 14, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cheers to the Nevada Diabetes …

Plastic Surgery Company Company Raises $10,000 to SupportThe Conrad Breast Center

Hall & Wrye Plastic Surgeons Fundraiser Raises $10,000 to Support Breast Cancer Education and The Conrad Breast Center RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, December 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The inaugural Pink Party Fundraiser, hosted by Hall and …

Arizona Prison Population Faces Challenges in Transition to New Facility

Peaceful Prisoners use publicist instead of violence TUCSON, AZ, UNITED STATES, December 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Arizona Prison Population Faces Challenges in Transition to New Facility A group of incarcerated individuals in Arizona, …

Irish Echo Newspaper Publishes Excerpt of The Remembering Of Leather & Stone by Charles Paul Collins for its Readers

"Through the eyes of three pioneers, the hard road to the American dream reimagined." NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, December 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Irish Echo - The Oldest Irish American Newspaper in USA, established in 1928 …

Bay Area Criminal Lawyers, PC, Analyzes the Legal Implications of California's Proposition 36

Bay Area Criminal Lawyers, PC, Examines the Far-Reaching Impact of California's Proposition 36 on Criminal Justice DUBLIN, CA, UNITED STATES, December 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The recent passage of California's Proposition 36 marks …

Book for 2025: Sovereignty: Overcoming Authoritarianism - A Family Perspective; Considering our Parents' Life Lessons

Book launch of a family memoir dedicated to the transitional characters who have empowered our generation to live in liberty, freeing us from a toxic legacy VIENNA, AUSTRIA, December 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vienna, Austria – [12 Dec 2024] …

3rd Decade Honored with AFCPE's 2024 Outstanding Educational Program of the Year Award

TUCSON, AZ, UNITED STATES, December 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 3rd Decade is proud to announce that it has been named the recipient of the Association for Financial Counseling & Planning Education® (AFCPE) 2024 Outstanding Educational …

CASA Of The Eastern Panhandle Welcomes New Class Of Volunteers To Its Community Of Dedicated Advocates

On Thursday, December 12, 2024, CASA of the Eastern Panhandle (CASA-EP) welcomed new volunteer advocates to its dedicated team of volunteers. MARTINSBURG, WV, UNITED STATES, December 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Thursday, December 12, 2024, …

Sibling Custody: Resources on LegalMatch.com

Individuals Fighting for Sibling Custody Have Online Resources RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, December 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In challenging situations where a child's parents cannot care for them, siblings may step forward to provide a …

Entrepreneur Dexter Morrison to be Featured on Close Up Radio

PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, December 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dexter Morrison, a visionary entrepreneur, is leveraging his personal journey and professional alliances to uplift underprivileged communities through an innovative model of …

Revolutionising Corporate Well-Being - How Elder Care is Shaping India’s Workforce Resilience and Productivity

For businesses, supporting employees with access to reliable elder care solutions is more than an act of goodwill — it’s a strategic investment. GURUGRAM, HARYANA, INDIA, December 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Introduction Corporate India is …