'Sledgehammer to crack a nut': Activists go to court over NSW protest laws
Activists in New South Wales are challenging new protest laws in court, claiming they infringe on constitutional rights following their enactment after a terrorist attack.
Trump is the king and, at the same time, the leader of the gangsters
The article critiques President Trump's leadership role in law enforcement, portraying him as both a responsible enforcer and a rebel against the state.
They used chemical weapons. Nevertheless, it is not possible to create a full dictatorship
Georgia has transformed from a nation with a European future into an authoritarian state suppressing civil liberties, marked by mass protests and allegations of the use of chemical weapons by the government.
‘Immensely heartened’: Sally Rooney hails Palestine Action high court ruling as victory for UK civil liberties
Sally Rooney has praised a high court ruling that deemed the ban on Palestine Action unlawful, viewing it as a win for civil liberties in the UK.
Police demanded that peace conference organizers obtain an exceptional license contrary to orders - and then backtracked
The Israeli police initially demanded that organizers of a peace conference obtain a special license, but later retracted the demand following threats of legal action from the organizers.
The Russian secret service FSB can shut down the internet and mobile phones, it has a law from Putin
The article discusses the Russian FSB's legal authority to shut down internet and mobile services as per a law instituted by President Putin.
Some on Canada’s no-fly list kept on without ‘necessary grounds’: watchdog
A report from Canada's national spy watchdog reveals that some individuals have been placed on the no-fly list without appropriate legal justification.
Mamdani faces first showdown with NYPD – will he risk alienating police?
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani confronts the NYPD regarding their surveillance practices, raising concerns over police transparency and accountability.
The Takaiuchi Government Accelerates 'Spy Prevention Law' and 'Japanese Version of CIA'
The Japanese government, led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaiuchi, is fast-tracking the legislation of a spy prevention law and the establishment of a national intelligence agency amidst concerns over civil liberties.
Arrested retirees ‘vindicated’ by ruling against Palestine Action proscription
Retirees arrested for supporting Palestine Action express feeling 'vindicated' following a high court decision to overturn the organization's proscription, though uncertainties about future trials remain due to a potential government appeal.
And Amnesty spreads the manual on how to defend yourself from the police
Amnesty International Italy has launched a seminar series titled 'Police and Human Rights' to educate citizens on their rights and how to defend themselves against potential police misconduct.
UK Supreme Court: the government unlawfully banned the activist group 'Palestine Action'
The UK Supreme Court ruled that the government's ban of the activist group 'Palestine Action' was unlawful, asserting that the group's activities did not justify such an extreme measure.
Ruling against Palestine Action ban is embarrassing defeat for the government
A UK court ruling has deemed the government's ban on the activist group Palestine Action as disproportionate, reinforcing concerns about freedom of speech.
What happens to Palestine Action now its ban has been ruled unlawful?
A UK court ruled that the ban on Palestine Action was unlawful, citing violations of free speech and assembly rights, but the ban has not yet been quashed as further legal considerations are pending.
Donald Trump could 'weaponise' a doorbell in major threat to liberty, former adviser warns
A former UK political adviser warns that Donald Trump might exploit new technologies like the Ring doorbell to threaten civil liberties during the upcoming midterm elections in the US.
British court: Illegal designation when pro-Palestinian group was labeled as a terrorist organization
A British court ruled that the government unlawfully designated the pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action as a terrorist organization.
A referendum on the new constitution will be held in Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan will hold a referendum on March 15 to approve a new constitution that consolidates presidential power and restricts civil liberties.
Cucchi's latest: "Meloni puts boy scouts in prison"
Ilaria Cucchi criticizes the new security decree by Meloni's government, highlighting contradictions in its provisions regarding police protection and preventive detention.
Labor group voices ‘distress and disgust’ at police response to anti-Herzog protests
A pro-Palestine Labor group in New South Wales criticized police violence during protests against Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit, calling for an independent investigation into the matter.
'We can't speak at home....' Why Owaisi spoke
Owaisi expresses concerns about free speech in his household context.
Two-thirds of Italians fear losing the freedom to protest
A recent survey indicates that two-thirds of Italians are concerned about losing their right to protest freely.
Iran Arrests Leaders of the Reformist Movement on Security Charges
Iran has detained several leaders of the reformist movement on allegations pertaining to national security and destabilization efforts.
Extra police powers ahead of Israel president protest set for legal challenge
The Palestine Action Group is set to legally challenge the extra police powers enacted for protests against Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit to Sydney.
Landini: "Authoritarian Logic. Under the Pretext of Security, the Government Creates a Police State"
Maurizio Landini criticizes the Italian government's approach to security, suggesting it fosters an oppressive state rather than addressing genuine safety concerns.
Protesters plan to march during the Israeli president’s visit to Australia. So what are their rights to protest?
Nationwide protests are planned in Australia against the visit of Israeli president Isaac Herzog, focusing on the legal rights to protest in the country.
Brake on ICE: the new order that prohibits them from using their most feared tactic during protests
A federal judge has issued a temporary order limiting the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents during protests, citing intimidation effects on fundamental liberties.
The junta in Burkina Faso dismantles all political parties in the country, claiming they cause division
The military junta in Burkina Faso has dissolved all political parties and repealed laws regulating their activities, citing the fragmentation of society as a reason.
Civil society groups condemn ‘dangerous’ plans for more anti-protest powers
More than 40 civil society organizations have united against proposed legislation that would enhance police authority to restrict protests in England and Wales, viewing it as a severe infringement on civil liberties.
There was something
The article discusses Germany's reaction to the discovery that the BND was eavesdropping on former US President Obama, highlighting a growing indifference in the country towards issues of state sovereignty and civil liberties.
Republican claims of ‘terrorism’ leave everyone unsafe, Muslim leader warns
A Muslim civil rights leader cautions that labeling advocacy groups as terrorist organizations by Republican governors undermines civil liberties and due process for all communities.