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Authorities discovered two mass graves containing at least 171 bodies in eastern Congo, linked to killings by the M23 rebel group.

In 2025, a record 129 journalists were killed globally, with two-thirds of those fatalities linked to Israeli actions, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ).

A report by the Committee to Protect Journalists reveals that Israel was implicated in a significant number of journalist deaths in 2025, primarily during the Gaza conflict.

Youths in Kwara North are protesting against persistent killings and bandit attacks in their communities, urging immediate government action.

Amnesty International Nigeria has called for an investigation into road blockades and killings of travellers in Plateau State following recent violent incidents.

Amnesty International reports that a police unit in Imo State, Nigeria, known as 'Tiger Base', is involved in serious human rights violations including torture and extrajudicial killings.

Britain's youngest female double murderer, Lorraine Thorpe, has been given the opportunity to transfer to an open prison after serving years for the brutal killings of her father and his friend.

A report from the Committee to Protect Journalists reveals that Israel was responsible for two-thirds of the 129 journalist killings in 2025, marking a concerning trend in press safety.

Two police forces and NHS England have apologized for not acting on an earlier arrest warrant for Valdo Calocane, who went on to kill three people in Nottingham.

Prosecutors have detailed a list of individuals allegedly targeted by former President Duterte as part of his controversial anti-drug campaign.

Nick Reiner is set to appear in court for arraignment on two counts of first-degree murder related to the deaths of his parents, renowned director Rob Reiner and photographer Michele Singer Reiner.

The trial against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has commenced at The Hague, where he faces charges of crimes against humanity for his role in extrajudicial killings during his war on drugs.

The ICC prosecutor claims that former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte personally ordered killings as part of his anti-drug campaign.

The African Union has condemned the killing of over 50 civilians and the abduction of women and children in Zamfara State, Nigeria, during terrorist attacks.

Herders in Plateau State, Nigeria, demand justice following the killings of two teenage herders by gunmen.

Three Cameroonian soldiers have been sentenced to prison for their role in the killings of 21 civilians during unrest in 2020.

Three individuals were killed in a US military strike targeting a vessel implicated in drug trafficking operations.

Three soldiers in Cameroon have been sentenced for their role in the killing of 21 civilians during unrest in 2020.

Former commanders of the Berkut riot police and an assistant chief of staff have been indicted for their roles in the fatal crackdown on protests during Ukraine's 2014 Revolution of Dignity.

A 36-year-old Norwegian man has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for two attempted murders related to a botched contract killing scheme in Denmark.

An indigenous woman reported that illegal mining and the criminal organization Comando Vermelho have led to increased alcoholism and violence in Sararé, Brazil.

Ukrainian authorities have detained ten individuals linked to a contract killing operation allegedly ordered by Russia.

A UN report highlights ethnically targeted killings, sexual violence, and enforced disappearances by the Rapid Support Forces in Darfur, indicating potential genocide against specific communities.

A report indicates that police-involved killings declined, contrary to critics' predictions that Trump's deportation policy would lead to increased violence.

A UN report indicates that mass killings of non-Arab civilians in El-Fasher, Sudan, by paramilitary forces show signs of genocide.

The UN has warned that the mass killings in El Fasher, Sudan bear the hallmarks of genocide.

A UN mission has reported a systematic campaign of ethnic killings and violence by the Rapid Support Forces in El Fasher, Sudan, indicating potential genocide against non-Arab communities.

UN investigators have reported evidence of genocide, including mass killings and ethnic targeting, carried out by the Rapid Support Forces in El Fasher, Sudan.

Kamaljit Arora, on trial for the drowning of his two children, claims to have no memory of the incident due to fentanyl use.

2025 saw a perilous environment for journalism in Ukraine, marked by the killing of three journalists and the imprisonment of 26 others amid ongoing conflict.

A recent UN report reveals that migrants, refugees, and asylum-seekers in Libya are facing systematic human rights abuses including killings, torture, and trafficking.

Oscar nominee Wunmi Mosaku expresses her discomfort in celebrating her nomination due to the recent fatal shootings by ICE agents in Minnesota.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported a large-scale Russian attack involving over 400 drones and missiles, targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure, resulting in casualties and significant damage.

The death of Ali Rahbar, an Iranian fitness coach who disappeared during protests, raises concerns about potential extrajudicial killings by security forces in Iran.

A man, previously released from prison to fight in Ukraine, is arrested for the suspected killing of two individuals in Russia's Sakha republic.

In a recent violent outbreak in North-West Nigeria, attackers have killed at least 30 people in several villages.

A witness from the Bosnian conflict is prepared to testify about the civilian killings by foreign snipers in Sarajevo, detailing his experiences to Italian prosecutors.

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has launched a committee to aid survivors and families impacted by a recent terrorist attack in the Woro community, focusing on rehabilitation and justice.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath criticized opposition leaders for their silence on the killings of Hindus in Bangladesh.

The acting chief of ICE faced strong criticism during a congressional hearing regarding the agency's actions in Minnesota, which have resulted in nationwide protests after two demonstrators were killed in January.

The Oodua People’s Congress has called for a state of emergency in response to the violent killings in Kwara State.

A Uruguayan citizen has been processed for the murders of two men connected to drug trafficking in Argentina, with connections emerging between the killings.

U.S. immigration officials are set to testify amid mounting scrutiny following the killings of two citizens during an immigration enforcement operation in Minnesota.

The Ebonyi State Government has mandated the recovery of severed heads of slain residents following a violent incident in the Okporojo community.

UN human rights chief Volker Türk warns that the situation in Sudan is dire and will worsen without urgent international intervention to stop mass killings and war crimes.

A joint investigation has been launched by South Korea's Ministry of Health and the Human Rights Commission into Bangudae Hospital in Ulsan, where incidents of patient-on-patient violence leading to fatalities have occurred repeatedly.

The US military confirmed the killing of two suspected drug smugglers in the eastern Pacific during a military strike, raising concerns over the legality of such actions.

The Edo State Government has not yet compensated the families of the victims from the Uromi killings, despite a promise made 11 months ago following the tragic event.

The Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution in Nigeria condemns the ongoing killings and calls for improved security measures to protect vulnerable communities.

Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim calls for a UN investigation into the recent mass killings in Kwara State, Nigeria, highlighting the failures in the country's security response.