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EU sanctions hilltop youth, Lehava for human rights violations in the West Bank: The abuses include "torture and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment ...
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US imposes sanctions on two groups for fundraising for Israeli extremists in West Bank
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UK trade union law breaches workers' rights, Supreme Court rules: British trade union law breaches workers' human rights as it does not protect them from ...
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Foreign ministers back new Russia sanctions following Navalny’s death: EU to sanction 30 individuals and entities “responsible for the murder” of opposition ...
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Quick Glance: EU Imposes Sanctions Following Nawalny's Death
- The EU enforces sanctions against Russia in response to Nawalny's death during the presidential election.
- The EU blames Putin and Russian authorities for Nawalny's death, calling for consequences. Nawalny's widow believes he was murdered in the camp.
- EU foreign ministers plan to issue a statement on Putin's controversial election victory and impose sanctions on double-digit justice representatives.
- Existing economic sanctions against Russia due to the Ukraine conflict, as well as new sanctions on the second anniversary of the conflict, are already in place.
UK announces sanctions on four ‘extremist’ Israeli settlers: The settlers are accused of committing human rights abuses against Palestinians in the occupied West ...
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The US Agency for International Development (USAID) accused Zimbabwe of harassing, detaining, and deporting their aid workers who were there to support ... Show more
US sanctions Nicaragua’s attorney general over human rights concerns: Washington says Morales Urbina ‘exploited her office to facilitate a coordinated campaign ...
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Maryland faith, civil rights leaders to Cardin: Lift the Cuban embargo: A coalition of Maryland civil rights, religious and political leaders is calling on ...
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Zimbabwe condemns fresh ‘illegal and coercive’ US sanctions: The country is demanding that the US lifts the new measures against President Mnangagwa and others.
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Quick Glance: US Sanctions Zimbabwe's President Mnangagwa Over Alleged Abuses
- The United States has sanctioned Zimbabwe’s President Emmerson Mnangagwa, his wife, and senior government officials for alleged corruption and human rights abuses.
- The US Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control announced the sanctions targeting three companies and 11 individuals, including the Mnangagwas, Vice President Constantino Chiwenga, and retired Brigadier-General Walter Tapfumaneyi.
- Zimbabweans previously under US sanctions will see restrictions lifted.
- The new measures are part of a 'stronger, more targeted sanctions policy' on Zimbabwe, focusing on 'serious cases of corruption and human rights abuse,' said US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
China sanctions a US research firm and 2 individuals over reports on human rights abuses
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Quick Glance: China Warns Against Philippines' Provocations
- China rejects Philippines' accusations and warns against provocations in the South China Sea.
- The Chinese Coast Guard took necessary enforcement measures that were justified and legitimate.
- The Philippine military spokesperson emphasizes that the country is not provoking conflict in the South China Sea.
- Manila pivots back to the United States, which supports the Southeast Asian nation in its maritime disputes with China.
A U.S. deal gave hope to Venezuelan political prisoners’ families. Sorrow followed.
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EU imposes sanctions on Russian internet censorship agency: Latest news from Ukraine today. EU imposes sanctions on Russian internet censorship agency ...
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US sanctions ‘butcher of Bucha,’ Russian military official, over atrocities in Ukraine
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Uganda rallies NAM states to protest US sanctions: Uganda indicates that the latest resolution roots for justice as a precondition to exercising human rights and ...
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UK ‘must come clean’ after Government ‘secretly softens’ China human rights policy
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EU slaps sanctions on Russian justice officials blamed for jailing Alexei Navalny
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David Cameron on collision course with IDS over ‘softer stance’ on China: The Foreign Secretary is facing questions from his predecessor as Tory leader over a ...
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Canada sanctions Iranians accused of violently repressing women and girls: The Canadian government is imposing new sanctions on two Iranians it accuses of ...
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Gambia: Women's Rights - Gambia Discusses Bill to Repeal FGM Ban: Women's rights are under threat as Gambia's parliament discusses a bill to roll back a ...
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Expert group backs autonomous sanctions for NZ: An advisory group's report finds gaps in New Zealand's diplomatic toolkit for handling human rights ...
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Supporting an inclusive and democratic future for Myanmar - Academia - The Jakarta Post
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How David Cameron can punish Russia for Alexei Navalny’s death: The Foreign Secretary has faced calls from senior Conservatives to use Magnitsky sanctions that ...
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US sanctions on Myanmar a moral imperative: The Myanmar military, known as the Tatmadaw, finds itself increasingly beleaguered as it faces mounting challenges ...
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UK sanctions Myanmar military-linked enterprises and divisions
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Rights Coalition Calls for Israel Arms Embargo to End Gaza Carnage: "American taxpayers should not be subsidizing war crimes," said Martin Butcher of ...
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State Department places sanctions on 100 Nicaraguan officials : The U.S. State Department on Saturday placed sanctions on 100 Nicaraguan officials for their ...
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Quick Glance: U.S. Cancels Visas of Nicaraguan Officials for Undermining Democracy
- The U.S. State Department imposed visa restrictions on 100 more Nicaraguan officials on August 19 for supporting President Daniel Ortega's regime.
- Previously, visas were revoked for top Nicaraguan officials, as well as judges who convicted opposition leaders and legislators involved in banning NGOs and civic groups.
- Bishop Rolando Álvarez, a vocal critic of the Nicaraguan government, was imprisoned by the Ortega regime for allegedly aiding anti-government protesters.
- Similar to other sanctioned Nicaraguan officials, U.S. citizens are prohibited from engaging with them.
Biden announces more Iran sanctions on the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death: President Joe Biden has announced new U.S. sanctions on “some of Iran’s most ...
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India’s Crude Oil Imports From Russia Plunge on Payment Issues: India’s crude oil imports from its largest supplier Russia plunged in December to their lowest ...
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US, UK, Canada sanction dozens on human rights anniversary: The United States for its part targeted 37 people in 13 countries, while Canada imposed sanctions on ...
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5 Million Barrels Of Russian Sokol Oil Stuck En Route To India: Report: Almost five million barrels of Russia's Sokol grade crude has failed to reach Indian ...
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Uganda's Anti-LGBTQI+ Law Challenged in Constitutional Court: A challenge to an anti-LGBT statute that includes a 20-year jail sentence for "promoting" ...
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Russia: Supreme Court bans 'LGBT movement' for 'extremism': Russia's authorities already take a draconian line against LGBT people ...
euronews.com/2023/11/30/russia-supreme-court-bans-lgbt-movement-for-extremism
Quick Glance: Russia Bans International LGBT Movement as 'Extremist'
- Russia's Supreme Court bans the 'international LGBT public movement' as an extremist organization, despite its lack of organizational structure or leaders.
- The ban could have sweeping implications for LGBT people in Russia, despite the movement's non-existence.
- The ruling shocked liberal Russians, with independent media organizations showing solidarity with LGBT people by displaying the LGBT flag.
- The ban could force LGBT groups to operate in secret and be used against LGBT people, with unclear legal implications.
Africa: U.S. Treasury Sanctions People in 9 Countries for Human Rights Abuses: The U.S. Treasury's 's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) Friday ...
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U.S. says Sudan's warring sides have committed war crimes - UPI.com: The warring sides in Sudan's nearly eight-month bloody conflict have committed war ...
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“Starmer is meant to be a human rights lawyer. How can’t he say, ‘Stop the killing now,’ and [why does he] still suggest no sanctions? He’s a man of no ... Show more trib.al/PR3EYYv
Flea market: Sanctions against operators of illegal animal exchange in Kalbe: calf - On Sunday, employees of the city's public order office and the district ...
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US sanctions more Chinese officials and firms over alleged human rights abuse in China
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After attacks in the Red Sea: USA imposes sanctions against Huthi rebels: Recently, the Houthi rebels have increasingly attacked merchant ships in the Red Sea ...
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EXCLUSIVE: Have Hong Kong-US trade ties survived John Lee sanctions test? City’s commerce chief shrugs off concerns, says American firms ‘very positive’ about ...
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Quick Glance: Regina Ip: Gay Games Hong Kong is Legal and Not a Threat to National Security
- Top government advisor Regina Ip denies claims that Hong Kong’s Gay Games is a threat to national security.
- Petitioners claim that organizing the Gay Games invites trouble and threatens national security.
- The promotion of same-sex marriage contravenes current constitution, laws, and national security law.
- Hong Kong was named the first city in Asia to organize the Gay Games in 2017, but the event was postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Sudan’s armed rivals fight on another front, international legitimacy: The RSF’s bid for political legitimacy in Sudan takes a hit as US sanctions cripple its ...
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Wagner’s Africa Leaders Targeted in New Wave of UK Sanctions: The UK announced a wave of sanctions against individuals and businesses involved with the Russian ...
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Quick Glance: George Clooney and John Prendergast on Combating the Wagner Virus in the West
- Without decisive action, state capture will spread as the group mutates.
- Wagner has been one of Russia's most successful foreign-policy initiatives during the past decade.
- The current instability of Wagner presents an unprecedented opportunity for the international community to counter Russia's use of this brutal and corruption-fueled force abroad.
- Wagner serves Russia's overarching strategic objective of subverting democracy in Africa.
EU Seeks to Extend Its Sanctions Regime to Include Corruption: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
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EU To Maintain Sanctions On Iran Over Its Nuclear Program: The European Union said on October 17 that it was maintaining sanctions on Iran over its nuclear ...
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Green Bay Packers' Quay Walker's penalty directly leads to Detroit Lions touchdown
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US imposes new Iran sanctions ahead of anniversary of Mahsa Amini death: The U.S. on Friday imposed a fresh round of sanctions on Iran ahead of the anniversary ...
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Quick Glance: Remembering Mahsa Amini: One Year After Her Death in Iran
- Protesters display signs with Mahsa Amini's face.
- A year after Mahsa Amini passed away in police custody, her family reflects on the young woman known as Jina.
- Mahsa Amini, or Jina as she was called by her family and friends, was a quiet and reserved individual.
- The Amini family finds solace in the fact that their daughter's death has inspired Iranians to seek change.
That's why the world's central banks are hoarding more gold than ever before: Global central banks have bought record amounts of gold as they seek to diversify ...
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International community needs to stop flow of weapons into Myanmar, impose coordinated sanctions: UN rights envoy
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Why is Switzerland refusing to follow EU sanctions on China?: Switzerland decided not to join the European Union in imposing sanctions on China ...
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SMNI News Facebook page disappears: While it's currently unclear whether Facebook had deleted the page, users who access the SMNI News page will receive the ...
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Exclusive: Iranian President's Wife Says West's Feminist 'Violence' Won't Work in Iran
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US targets deputy leader of Sudan's RSF over rights abuses: The United States is imposing sanctions on the deputy leader of Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support ...
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Quick Glance: US sanctions Sudan's RSF deputy leader for human rights violations
- The United States is imposing sanctions on the deputy leader of Sudan's RSF over human rights violations.
- Abdelrahim Dagalo, brother of RSF commander Hemedti, is being specifically targeted.
- The sanctions are a response to the violent conflicts in West Darfur, where the RSF, along with allied militias, is accused of being responsible.
- The US measures include freezing Abdelrahim Dagalo's assets in the United States and prohibiting business transactions with him.
U.S. imposes sanctions on Sudanese paramilitary leader for human rights abuses in monthslong conflict
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US 'dismayed' by Zimbabwe arrest of election monitors: The United States has imposed targeted sanctions over what rights groups say was a descent into ...
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Quick Glance: Election Monitors Arrested in Zimbabwe
- Those arrested allegedly coordinated the release of election results
- Police conducted raids and arrests
- Crisis in Zimbabwe Coalition calls for unconditional release of detained monitors
- Electoral commission blames last-minute court challenges for delayed arrival of ballot papers
How a Recent Court Ruling Helps the U.S. Government Go After Cryptocurrency Criminals
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US imposes sanctions on Sudanese paramilitary commander over Darfur violations: The United States imposed sanctions Wednesday on Sudanese paramilitary commander ...
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Biden admin imposes sanctions and visa restrictions on four Russian operatives tied to Navalny poisoning
cnn.com/2023/08/17/politics/us-sanctions-navalny-poisoning/
USA imposes new sanctions on Belarus: The US has imposed further sanctions on Belarus. The background is the government's violent crackdown on dissidents after ...
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US sanctions 100 Nicaraguan municipal officials over rights abuses: The U.S. State Department on Saturday sanctioned 100 Nicaraguan municipal officials accused ...
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Quick Glance: US sanctions 100 Nicaraguan officials for human rights violations
- The US State Department imposes sanctions on 100 Nicaraguan officials over allegations of human rights violations.
- They are accused of suppressing civil society and closing civic spaces like the Central American University (UCA).
- UCA, the only university not controlled by the government, was founded by Jesuits in 1960.
- Previously, Washington had already sanctioned high-ranking individuals in Ortega's government, as well as senior government officials and top police and military leaders.
Congo-Kinshasa: U.S. Sanctions Those Contributing to Conflict Escalation in DR Congo
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Canada joins U.S., Britain in sanctioning Russian justice officials, political court
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Canada sanctions 7 Iranians over security threats and human rights violations: The federal government placed sanctions on seven Iranians Tuesday in its 13th ...
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Zimbabwe: President's Signing of 'Patriotic Bill' a Brutal Assault On Civic Space
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🇪🇺🇮🇷 Eight years after its landmark 2015 nuclear deal the European Union’s relationship with Iran remains fraught
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New Hampshire introduces anti-BDS executive order: New Hampshire joins more than 30 other states that have enacted similar measures combatting the ...
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50+ Economists Rebuke Top Dem Senator for Denying Harmful Impacts of US Sanctions
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Britain targets Iranian security officials in new human rights sanctions: Britain on Thursday announced further sanctions against Iranian security officials and ...
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UN human rights official says arms embargo and deployment of special force needed for Haiti
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Canada imposes new sanctions against Iran over protests, drones: The Canadian government said on Monday it was targeting two entities and eight individuals as ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/canada-imposes-new-sanctions-against-iran-over-protests-drones-2023-03-27/
EU adds 7 individuals to Iran sanctions list: The European Council on Monday said it would add seven individuals in Iran to the EU's sanctions over human rights ...
reuters.com/world/europe/eu-adds-7-individuals-iran-sanctions-list-2023-06-26/
U.S. threatening sanctions, visa restrictions against Uganda over anti-LGBTQ law: A harsh new anti-LGBTQ law in Uganda is drawing global condemnation ...
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2023/05/31/us-sanctions-threat-uganda-anti-lgbtq-law/70268897007/
The US sanctioned four companies that help fund the Wagner Group: The Russian mercenary group has been making money from illegal gold trade in Africa
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