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A Texas family is suing ICE over an operation that took place on their property without a warrant, involving agents jumping over a wall to detain a migrant.

The State Commission in Brazil will listen to 16 workers who reported degrading conditions during apple harvesting in Santa Catarina, with implications for investigations into labor exploitation.

The article discusses the ongoing conflict involving Israel and its relations with the US, criticizing both for their actions in light of international law and human rights violations.

Two sisters, Darya and Donya, who were deported from Sweden, communicate their fears and pleas for help as they find themselves in war-torn Iran.

China has expressed deep concern over the recent military actions by the United States and Israel against Iran, demanding an immediate halt to hostilities to maintain peace in the Middle East.

The British rock band Radiohead requested the removal of a promotional video by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) that featured their song without permission.

Ukrainian Nobel Peace Prize winner Olexandra Matwijtschuk documents Russian war crimes, focusing on the emotional toll of her work and the tragedy experienced by victims.

The Commissioner for Human Rights is seeking a workaround for the non-publication of Constitutional Tribunal rulings which affects citizens' rights, proposing that lower courts should re-evaluate cases lost by citizens if the Tribunal's decisions are not published.

Public health in Ecuador is facing serious challenges, affecting countless families who struggle with inadequate access to essential medical care and treatments.

The Public Ministry of Amazonas is urging the urgent transfer of inmates due to severe overcrowding at a police station following the closure of one of its cells.

The European Union included the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps in its terrorist organization list in January 2026 in response to the violent repression of protests in Iran.

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry condemns the Iranian regime for its violence against protesters and expresses support for the Iranian people in the face of repression.

Shogakukan has issued an apology and formed an investigation committee after employing a manga artist involved in a sexual abuse case, acknowledging a lack of awareness regarding human rights and compliance.

The Lithuanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs is considering extending the existing entry ban for 117 Belarusians due to ongoing human rights violations in Belarus.

The article discusses how Palestinian prisoners experience Ramadan in Israeli jails, highlighting their isolation and disconnection from traditional observances.

Lithuania is deliberating on the status of 119 Belarusian citizens linked to the repression of peaceful protesters, with many facing expiration of their entry bans soon.

The abolitionist NGO IRA in Mauritania condemns the arrest of its members following the disclosure of a new case of slavery involving an 11-year-old girl.

Moroccan feminist Ibtissam 'Betty' Lachgar faces possible amputation due to deteriorating health issues related to cancer while imprisoned for her activism.

Testimonies reveal severe human rights violations, including torture and rape, committed by Sudan's Rapid Support Forces, highlighting the use of sexual violence as a means of control.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has labeled Iran a state supporting illegal detentions, warning of potential consequences if such actions continue.

A father in Nigeria demands the police provide information about his son, who has been missing after being arrested 15 months ago.

Over 2,000 members of the Pimicikamak Cree Nation remain displaced over two months after a power outage led to infrastructure failures in Manitoba.

The chief of the UN Human Rights Council interrupted a speaker during a session after they criticized officials, including one sanctioned by the US.

The US government has added Iran to a new list of countries committing arbitrary detentions, aiming to penalize Tehran for the arrest of American citizens.

Icelandic authorities are taking measures to deport certain individuals as part of immigration enforcement efforts.

The UN human rights chief warns that escalating violence and political instability in South Sudan could lead to a resurgence of civil war unless urgent action is taken to uphold the 2018 peace agreement.

Two mass graves containing at least 172 bodies have been discovered in Uvira, Democratic Republic of Congo, following the withdrawal of rebels from the area.

The UN has called for immediate measures to prevent a resurgence of civil war in South Sudan amid escalating violence and human rights abuses.

At least 55 Ghanaians have been reported dead in Ukraine after being tricked into fighting for Russia, as revealed by Ghana's Foreign Minister.

Taliban restrictions significantly endanger the lives of women and their children, as reported by a UN human rights expert.

The article discusses the role and purpose of the Argentine Armed Forces, questioning their legitimacy in light of historical actions and current legal challenges against former military operatives.

Former Ukrainian prisoners of war described systematic torture and inhumane treatment in Russian captivity during a testimony in the Saxon State Parliament.

The Taliban's new criminal code, signed by leader Haibatullah Akhundzada, has raised alarms among human rights organizations for legalizing slavery and domestic violence while categorizing citizens into hierarchical classes that affect legal consequences.

Al Jazeera's documentary "He Went Out and Did Not Return" explores the issue of enforced disappearances in Sudan amid military control by the Rapid Support Forces.

A 13-year-old Yemeni boy was brutally tortured for taking a mango from a farm, leading to widespread outrage among Yemenis.

A young man from Gaza recounts the harrowing experience of losing his sight due to an Israeli airstrike and his longing to help his community after receiving medical treatment abroad.

The German Bundestag has narrowly approved the implementation of new EU asylum rules, marking the most significant reform since 1993, which has drawn criticism for restricting the rights of asylum seekers.

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, urged the release of all political prisoners in Venezuela, emphasizing the need for a review of the state of emergency.

ICC prosecutors claim that former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is responsible for thousands of deaths linked to his anti-drug campaign.

The birthplace of Adolf Hitler in Braunau am Inn, Austria, is set to be transformed into a police station and a human rights center, with a significant investment of 20 million euros.

Settlers reportedly attacked Palestinians and Israeli human rights activists near the village of Kusra in the West Bank, injuring four who required medical treatment.

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights highlights a worrying trend of increasing armed conflicts globally, noting that the number has nearly doubled since 2010 to around 60 active conflicts.

Western embassies have condemned the 'senseless atrocities' reportedly committed against villagers by South Sudanese armed forces in the Northeast, resulting in multiple civilian deaths.

Congolese authorities have reported the discovery of mass graves in Uvira linked to the rebel group M23, which has faced allegations of human rights abuses during its occupation of the city.

The Spanish Civil Guard has dismantled a network involved in the sexual exploitation of women for prostitution in Castellón, resulting in the arrest of the suspected leader.

The International Organization for Migration reported that at least 7,667 migrants died or went missing globally last year, with the actual number likely being much higher.

Migrants in Tunisia are experiencing heightened pressure from authorities to leave the country voluntarily amid intensified crackdowns on camps.

Afghanistan has introduced new penal codes resulting in stricter penalties for animal fighting compared to those for domestic violence, as highlighted by the UN.

Two potential mass graves containing over 160 bodies have been discovered in Uvira, eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, linked to the recent conflicts involving the M23 rebel group.

The UN reports that approximately 50,000 women and girls were killed globally in 2024, highlighting the urgent issue of violence against women.