July 2024
Widespread Sexual Violence in Khartoum, War-Torn Capital of Sudan
Human Rights Watch reports widespread sexual violence in Khartoum by the Rapid Support Forces and the Sudanese army, including gang rapes and forced marriages, amid…
Return of the Bodies of at Least Three Israeli Hostages; Army Says They Were Found in a Military Operation
The Israeli army has recovered the bodies of at least three hostages, including Maya Goren and Oran Goldin, after a military operation in Gaza. This…
Turkish Court Rejects Temporary Release Request for Ali-Asghar Haqdar, Istanbul-Based Writer
A Turkish court has denied a request for the temporary release of Ali-Asghar Haqdar, a writer detained in Istanbul since June 14. His situation raises…
Pakhshan Azizi, Political Prisoner, Sentenced to Death by Tehran Revolutionary Court
Pakhshan Azizi, a social worker and political prisoner in Iran, has been sentenced to death by the Tehran Revolutionary Court for alleged membership in groups…
Second Female Political Prisoner Sentenced to Death; 'Pakhshan Azizi' Previously Accused of 'Baghi'
Pakhshan Azizi, a political prisoner in Iran, has been sentenced to death for allegedly being involved with opposition groups. This follows a pattern of increased…
Kurdistan Human Rights Network: Pakhshan Azizi, political prisoner in Evin, deprived of contact and visitation rights with family
Pakhshan Azizi, a political prisoner in Evin prison, has been denied contact and visitation rights with her family for two weeks without explanation. This deprivation…
Asad Kakeh, Young Protester, Appeared in Court with 'Injured and Tortured' Face
Asad Kakeh, a young protester from Takab, appeared in court with visible injuries after being re-arrested following the 2022 protests. His case highlights ongoing human…
Human Rights Watch Calls for 'Immediate Release' of Sharifeh Mohammadi
Human Rights Watch has called for the immediate release of Sharifeh Mohammadi, a labor activist sentenced to death, highlighting the Iranian government's ongoing repression of…
Axios Claims: Secret Meeting Held Between Israeli Officials, Palestinian Authority, and the U.S.
A secret meeting involving Israeli, Palestinian Authority, and U.S. officials was held to discuss reopening the Rafah crossing as part of a hostage exchange and…
Human Rights Watch Report: 'Crimes Against Humanity and War Crimes' in the Attacks of October 7 and After
A Human Rights Watch report details war crimes and crimes against humanity committed by Hamas and other Palestinian groups during the October 7 attack on…
Islamic Republic Military Shoots at Kolbars in Western Iran; One Kolbar Killed in Sardasht
On July 25, military forces of the Islamic Republic shot at kolbars in Sardasht, resulting in one death and several injuries. This incident highlights ongoing…
Human Rights Watch: Pashakian Must Address Widespread Human Rights Violations
Human Rights Watch has urged Masoud Pashakian, the new President of Iran, to address severe human rights violations, including executions and the oppression of minorities.…
UAE Court Sentences 43 Government Opponents to Life Imprisonment
A UAE court has sentenced 43 opposition members to life imprisonment for alleged ties to the Muslim Brotherhood, with additional sentences for others involved. Human…
At least 40 individuals sentenced to life imprisonment in the United Arab Emirates
At least 40 human rights activists in the UAE have been sentenced to life imprisonment in a mass trial criticized as unjust. The case has…
Human Rights Watch: Islamic Republic Agents Use 'Lethal Force' Against Kolbers
Human Rights Watch reports that Iranian government agents use excessive and lethal force against kolbers, primarily Kurdish individuals engaged in border carrying due to high…
Human Rights Watch Report on 'Deadly' Attacks by Iranian Security Forces on Kolbars
Human Rights Watch reports that Iranian security forces have used excessive and deadly force against Kurdish kolbars, resulting in numerous deaths and injuries. The report…