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20 Sep
Venezuela accuses the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission of manipulating data and ignoring socio-economic challenges, urging the UN to protect freedom of expression and peaceful assembly.
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Cambodia’s independent media outlets are under threat. Last February, the Cambodian government closed down...
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Papua New Guinea abolished the death penalty in 2022, ending capital punishment in the Oceania region. Despite reintroduction, no executions were carried out, making it an "abolitionist de facto" state.
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In October 2022, a football match in Malang, Indonesia, resulted in a riot and stampede, causing 125 deaths, 33 of which were children, highlighting police violence and impunity.
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Sexual violence, often committed by women and girls, is a prevalent issue in conflict, often used as a weapon of war. Despite international law, enforcement mechanisms remain weak, and prosecutions are rare.
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UN Experts have expressed concern over Saudi oil giant Aramco's failure to reduce carbon emissions and breach of human rights, highlighting the company's legal responsibility.
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Kupyansk, Ukraine, liberated from Russian occupation in September 2022, marking a significant conflict milestone. Despite evacuation orders in March 2023, the city's resilience and rebuilding continue to inspire hope.
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The Indonesian Omnibus Bill, aimed at simplifying business license applications, has been deemed unconstitutional, reducing labor rights, weakening legal protections, and affecting workers, with concerns over Indigenous rights and environmental impact.
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The Cambodian People's Party (CPP) is cracking down on opposition, with the Candlelight Party banned for failing to submit registration. Human rights watchdogs condemn this, threatening the 2023 elections.
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Singapore's death penalty has increased to 11 since 2022, primarily for drug-related offenses. Minorities are overrepresented, and the government believes it deters crime. Global consensus calls for a holistic approach.
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