Since it is customary for Israelis to coalesce in times of danger regardless of their political and ideological leanings, Netanyahu needs to perpetuate enmity. To that end, he has routinely oppressed the Palestinians to maintain their hostilities toward Israel.
#Israel #IsraeliPalestinianConflict #Palestine #Palestinians #WestBank #Gaza #MiddleEast #Netanyahu
We have not yet discerned whether Kosovo PM Kurti’s current policies toward Serbia will change. In fact, his policies might have worsened the situation over the past couple of years with the Serb-dominated northern municipalities, evidenced by the increased tension and violence. That said, Kurti’s action or inaction is motivated by the upcoming election. He seems to enjoy broad public support for his policies, which he cannot afford to lose if he wants to be reelected. It should be noted, however, that while Kosovo’s allies criticize Kurti for his policies, Kosovo’s President Vjosa Osmani feels that the EU and the US “approach was imbalanced.” Finally, notwithstanding criticism from Kosovo’s allies, the EU and the US continue to support Kosovo’s sovereignty and integration into the EU. However, they will work with whichever government may be formed after the elections in February 2025. They will undoubtedly resume the Serbia-Kosovo dialogue in continuing efforts to mitigate their conflict and promote regional stability.
#Kosovo #Kosova #Serbia #Balkans #ConflictResolution
Children as young as 12 are being recruited by the Revolutionary Youth Movement of Syria in the country’s northeast. These children are forcibly removed from their homes and schools, severing all family contact, and subjected to indoctrination for eventual involvement with armed groups. These children deserve protection, and world authorities must act as the voice for the voiceless to prevent further harm.
#Syria #SyrianCivilWar #HumanRights #ChildrensRights
At this point, Israel has been able to come close to finalizing the conflict in Gaza and reached a point where it could withdraw a significant number of troops from Gaza and be able to concentrate on the north. And that is exactly what happened during the year. There was a tit-for-tat between the two sides for 14 months, and given that Israel had accomplished much of its stated objective in Gaza, it decided that it could shift a considerable number of troops to the north to deal with Hezbollah which led to the ceasefire, without compromising its gains in Gaza.
#Israel #Gaza #Hamas #IsraelHamasWar #Lebanon #Hezbollah #MiddleEast
Since it is customary for Israelis to coalesce in times of danger regardless of their political and ideological leanings, Netanyahu needs to perpetuate enmity. To that end, he has routinely oppressed the Palestinians to maintain their hostilities toward Israel.
#Israel #israelipalestinianconflict #Palestine #Palestinians #WestBank #Gaza #MiddleEast #Netanyahu
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In today's world, protecting human rights defenders is becoming an increasingly dangerous task. Defenders—those who speak out against police brutality, advocate for LGBTQI rights, fight for fair compensation from corporations, or demand justice for environmental damage—are increasingly under threat. According to the Open Society Foundation, in 2023, at least 300 human rights defenders were killed across 28 countries, a stark reminder of the escalating danger faced by those who challenge power and inequality. Over the past decade, nearly 3,000 defenders have lost their lives, with environmental activists and those championing women’s rights. These attacks are often carried out in remote locations, far from the reach of any international presence, where perpetrators operate with impunity. The violence against rights defenders is not only a violation of personal safety but an attack on the fundamental freedoms that shape societies. It is even more difficult for community leaders in isolated regions, where they often operate without the support of large organizations. In accordance with the UN The international community must find a way to ensure the safety of those who fight for justice and human rights.
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Human rights organizations are exposing the abuse of migrant workers in Saudi Arabia. Human Rights Watch (HRW) released last Wednesday a report that provides critical evidence of systematic labor rights violations, including unpaid wages, forced relocations, sudden contractual changes, and unsafe working conditions. Migrant workers, often trapped in Saudi Arabia by recruitment agencies, face the harsh reality of being forced into lower-paying jobs or having their wages withheld, with limited choice to challenge these abuses. The report is particularly timely as Saudi Arabia bids to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup, raising concerns about the potential for further exploitation of workers involved in building the necessary infrastructure. HRW criticizes the Saudi Kafalah system, which ties workers' legal status to their employer's sponsorship, severely limiting their rights and mobility. While the Saudi government has introduced some reforms like the Labor Reform Initiative, HRW argues that they are inadequate and poorly enforced, calling for stronger protections and meaningful reforms to address the ongoing abuses. These abuses cannot be ignored, and the international community must hold Saudi Arabia accountable for its flagrant disregard of workers' rights.
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Peaceful protesters in the United States are increasingly facing criminal charges, raising concerns about the protection of their fundamental rights. In a significant move, UN human rights experts have brought global attention to this issue, criticizing the US government's failure to respond to their inquiries about the crackdown on non-violent climate activists. The Guardian reports that Mary Lawlor, the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights Defenders, and three other experts sent a letter to US authorities highlighting the troubling cases of Alex Connon and John Mark Rozendaal, who were arrested during peaceful protests at Citibank’s New York City headquarters. The activists faced serious charges, including criminal contempt with a potential seven-year sentence, despite their protest consisting of Rozendaal playing the cello and Connon holding an umbrella to shelter him from the rain. While some charges were dropped, the UN experts described the remaining actions as lacking a factual basis and reflective of broader efforts to repress climate advocacy. Lawlor expressed disappointment at the lack of a US response and praised the global effort to spotlight these violations. Experts called for accountability and respect for the right to protest, emphasizing that peaceful advocacy for climate and human rights should be protected, not penalized. I entirely agree that protecting the rights of peaceful protesters is essential to ensuring that voices advocating for urgent climate action and human rights are heard and not silenced.
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We have “black letter law” in our founding document that establishes the people’s right to peaceably assemble for redress of grievances. Of course, we also have equally “black letter law” that declares anyone who has engaged in insurrection to be disqualified from holding office. So, one item at a time we are complying with the MAGAt push to ignore our Constitution.
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