December 2014
Saudi Arabia Sets New Record in Executions by Beheading in 2014
Saudi Arabia executed a Pakistani man for drug trafficking, marking a record 83 beheadings in 2014. This reflects the country's ongoing use of capital punishment,…
Storm and Flood in the Philippines Leave Dozens Dead
A severe storm in the Philippines has resulted in at least 53 deaths and displaced over a million people, marking one of the largest emergency…
Netanyahu: Iran's Increased Efforts to Expand Terrorist Activities in the West Bank
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu accused Iran of intensifying efforts to promote terrorism in the West Bank, citing comments from a Palestinian ambassador in Iran. Meanwhile,…
Call for Global Efforts to Save Syria's Historical Heritage
The UN has called for global efforts to protect Syria's historical heritage, which has been severely damaged during the ongoing war. The report highlights the…
52 Civilians Killed in Syrian Army Airstrikes
Airstrikes by the Syrian army targeting ISIS have resulted in the deaths of 52 civilians, including children, raising concerns from the UN and human rights…
Deadliest Year for Civilians in Afghanistan
The UN reports that 2014 was the deadliest year for civilians in Afghanistan, with over 3,188 killed and 6,429 injured due to Taliban violence. This…
John Kerry: The World Faces a 'Tragedy' from Climate Change
John Kerry emphasized the urgent need for global action against climate change at a UN conference in Lima, warning that failure to act could lead…
Dick Cheney: George Bush Was Aware of CIA Interrogation Details
Dick Cheney asserts that George W. Bush was aware of the CIA's torture methods on terrorism suspects, contradicting claims of ignorance. The Senate report reveals…
Overview of Human Rights Situation in Iran
On International Human Rights Day, the UN and human rights organizations accuse Iran of extensive human rights violations, which Iranian officials deny. This highlights ongoing…
Roots of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
The article discusses the historical and political roots of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, highlighting its emergence after World War II in response to…
The UN Seeks a Place to Shelter Tens of Thousands of Syrians
The UN and over 30 humanitarian organizations are urging countries to find shelter for 180,000 Syrian refugees displaced by the ongoing civil war. This comes…
UN Resolution: Israel Should Join the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty
The UN General Assembly passed a resolution urging Israel to join the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty and place its nuclear facilities under international oversight, with significant…