People Power Party: 'Oppression of the Opposition is Dictatorship' ... Protests Against the Search Warrant of the Joint Investigation Team
The ruling People Power Party criticized a joint investigation team's search of its headquarters as oppression against the opposition, framing it as a dictatorial move.
Connected by Inhale and Exhale, Global Solidarity
The article reflects on personal experiences of systemic oppression and the struggle for identity, solidarity, and survival amid societal challenges.
12 Years of Occupation: How Russia Turned Crimea into Its Military Base
An interview with Olha Kuryško, the Permanent Representative of the President of Ukraine in Crimea, discusses the dire state of Crimea under Russian occupation, highlighting the collapse of civil healthcare and the increase in political oppression since 2014.
"It is anti-war, anti-oppression": Three parties want to ban trade with settlements
Three Danish political parties propose a ban on trade with Israeli settlements due to the ongoing conflict between Israelis and Palestinians.
EU sanctions against eight Russians accused of human rights abuses and oppression
The EU has imposed sanctions on eight Russians accused of serious human rights violations and suppression of democratic opposition in Russia.
Even under the Rahman government, oppression of Hindus continues! Girl gang-raped while at a religious gathering
A 25-year-old Hindu woman was gang-raped in Bangladesh's Bhola district while participating in a religious event, highlighting the ongoing violence against the minority Hindu community even after the formation of the new government under Tarique Rahman.
Exiled Iranian princess: Islamic regime 'has never been this close' to falling, people 'begging' Trump to help
Exiled Iranian Princess Noor Pahlavi calls for President Trump's intervention, claiming the regime in Iran is on the verge of collapse as citizens face violent oppression from their government.
Drama about political pressure in Turkey wins the Golden Bear in Berlin
The film 'Gelbe Briefe' directed by Ilker Çatak has won the Golden Bear for Best Film at the Berlin International Film Festival, highlighting political oppression in Turkey.
The Blood Countess: Isabelle Huppert dares it all, now as the bloodiest 'queer' vampire queen
Isabelle Huppert stars in a provocative new role as a vampire queen, exploring themes of individuality and oppression in the genre.
Berlin Festival: Golden Bear for 'Yellow Letters' by Ilker Çatak
The film 'Yellow Letters' won the Golden Bear at the Berlin Festival, highlighting the struggles of Turkish artists facing authoritarian oppression.
Inside Ukraine village where locals were ‘prisoners’ in homes under Kremlin rule
The article recounts the experiences of villagers in Kramarivka, Ukraine, who endured severe hardships under Russian occupation, recalling the fear and oppression they faced.
The Reformation: Institutionalization of Oppression and Exclusion in the Name of Purity and Modesty
A Korean scholar interprets the European Reformation as a historical transformation characterized by the institutionalization of intolerance and the formation of social regulations and nation-states.
This 90-page criminal code hides the path to women's 'slavery', why is the world scared?
The Taliban's newly signed 90-page criminal code in Afghanistan has raised global concerns over women's rights, as it is perceived as paving the way for their oppression.
His film is so blatantly critical of the system that he is thrown into prison for it. Still, he continues.
The article discusses the oppressive climate in Iran, where dissent is met with severe repercussions, highlighting the challenges faced by filmmakers and citizens alike.
When does a person have the right to take justice into their own hands?
The article explores a man's unsettling encounter with an old trauma during a fateful night after a family accident involving a stray dog.
Starving Them to Death
The article criticizes the blockade against Cuba and highlights the humanitarian crises in Gaza, Ukraine, and Iran due to ongoing violence and governmental oppression.
At Berlinale, Sandra Hüller pretends to be a man in a work that addresses oppression
Sandra Hüller stars as Rose, a woman disguising herself as a man in the film 'Rose', which explores themes of identity and oppression.
Delivering pizza to protesters can land you in prison, says organizer of Georgian protests
In the face of government oppression in Georgia, demonstrators continue to protest against the ruling party's alignment with Russia and the cooling of relations with the EU, as highlighted by an activist who previously worked in public administration.
Iranian-American comedian Max Amini sheds light on 'unimaginable' oppression in Iran ahead of historic show
Max Amini, an Iranian-American comedian, discusses the severe oppression faced by the Iranian people as he prepares for a historic performance at Madison Square Garden.
Iranian Director: 'All of Iran is a Prison'
Mahnaz Mohammadi, a prominent Iranian director, discusses her new film 'Roya' and the broader implications of oppression in Iran during its Berlinale premiere.
Article: The Invisible Genocide War on the Palestinian Civil Space in Jerusalem
The article discusses Israel's efforts to replace Palestinian civil space in Jerusalem with Israeli civil space, highlighting the methods used and the implications for Palestinian identity and resilience.
The Painful Story of Namibia from Where Germany Took Many Heads!
Namibia, once a victim of severe colonial oppression, is now in the spotlight due to its ongoing cricket aspirations and the historical injustices it endured during German colonization.
Jeon Han-gil, the First Appearance at the Police... "Suppression of Press Freedom"
South Korean YouTuber Jeon Han-gil, who has supported military intervention claims and wrong election theories since the December 3 coup d'état incident, argues that the police investigation against him is an oppression of press freedom.
'Balochistan can no longer stay with Pakistan', former CM Akhtar Mengal announces separation
Former Chief Minister Akhtar Mengal openly demanded the separation of Balochistan from Pakistan at the Asma Jahangir Conference in Lahore, claiming the region cannot coexist with Pakistan anymore due to broken promises and military oppression.
An American website: Liberal institutions are designed to acknowledge Palestinian oppression without ending it
The article discusses how liberal institutions are designed to recognize Palestinian oppression but fail to challenge the systems that produce it, highlighting instances involving Human Rights Watch and Médecins Sans Frontières.
MITsp addresses oppression and resistance in edition featuring Édouard Louis
The MITsp festival will explore themes of violence and resistance through performances and discussions, featuring works by Édouard Louis among others.
France accuses Iran of 'oppression' following the new conviction of Mohammadi
France has condemned Iran's oppression following the sentencing of human rights activist Nargess Mohammadi to an additional 7.5 years in prison.
Letters from Iran - Tehran, January 22, 2026: 'We live in a prison on a national scale'
An Iranian citizen expresses a sentiment of living in a state of imprisonment as the Islamic Republic tightens its grip amid the country's historical massacre.
Posts Leading to Imprisonment: Has Tunisia Entered a Phase of Criminalizing Opinion?
The recent imprisonment of Tunisian MP Ahmed Saidani has raised concerns about the state of free expression in Tunisia, indicating a troubling trend of criminalizing dissent.
Iran sentences Nobel laureate to more than 7 years in prison
Iran has sentenced Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi to over seven years in prison for her activism against oppression of women.
"IT WAS NOT US WHO CLAIMED THERE WAS A SAMI RACE!"
Sami-Norwegian author Kathrine Nedrejord has written a novel that serves as a passionate manifesto against Norway's historical oppression of the indigenous Sami people.
Francesca Albanese: "Liberal democracies are heading towards the Israeli model, with surveillance, control, and exclusion"
Francesca Albanese, UN rapporteur for Palestine, critiques liberal democracies for adopting an Israeli model characterized by oppression and exclusion of Palestinians.
Mamdani's NYC Health Department staffers reportedly studying effects of 'global oppression' on health
Members of NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's Health Department are examining the impact of global oppression on health, referencing the situation in Gaza during their inaugural meeting.
The Artist Sadaf Ahmadi: "We should not bend to anyone with a stronger voice"
Iranian artist Sadaf Ahmadi faced cancellation of her exhibition in Borås due to concerns about polarizing effects, but her new exhibition "Cleansing" seeks to shed light on women's oppression in Iran amidst ongoing debates about freedom of expression.
Without values and identity we are vulnerable
The article discusses the vulnerabilities that arise from a lack of values and identity, drawing on the insights of Algerian writer Boualem Sansal regarding political oppression and the importance of dialogue about Islamism in Italy.
China claims to support Iran in defending its interests
China has stated its support for Iran in defending its sovereignty, security, national dignity, and legitimate rights and interests, opposing unilateral oppression as mentioned in a statement from the Chinese Foreign Ministry.
Mamdani celebrates the veil and islamizes New York. 'An offense to Iranian women'
Zohran Mamdani, New York's first Muslim mayor, has sparked outrage by celebrating the hijab amidst ongoing oppression of women in Iran.
Mamdani under fire for supporting hijab! People asked - Don't you see the oppression of Iranian women
New York City Mayor Jahad Mamdani has faced controversy over a social media post regarding World Hijab Day that described the hijab as a symbol of faith, identity, and pride for Muslim women, criticized for being insensitive in light of protests against mandatory hijab laws in Iran.
What does the revival of the police intelligence department mean for the people's sovereign government?
The article discusses the revival of the police intelligence department in South Korea, which will see 1,400 officers deployed to local police stations, amidst concerns about illegal surveillance and the history of state oppression.
Power Struggle in Northern Syria: "I have also been tortured by women"
Helen Ahmad Ismail, a victim of Kurdish oppression, expresses her relief over the Syrian government's victory over militias, yet feels that justice for her suffering remains distant.
The Balearic Parliament calls to ban the full veil in public buildings
The Balearic Parliament has passed an initiative to ban the full veil in public buildings amid accusations of racism and electoralism, with over 30 feminist organizations condemning the move as a form of oppression.
Does the right know what the left is doing: where were you in 2026 when it burned in Iran?
The article discusses the perceived silence of the left regarding the Iranian regime's oppression and the contrast with their vocal support for Palestine, highlighting a geopolitical and ideological conflict.
Iranian Women ‘Smoked’ – Solidarity of Western ‘Feminists’, ‘Humanists’ and ‘Human Rights Activists’
The article discusses the extreme hardships faced by the Iranian people amidst economic collapse and political oppression, highlighting the silence and selective empathy of global feminists and human rights advocates towards their struggles.
I know the terrible price of expressing oneself in Iran
The article reflects on the author's personal experience of being imprisoned for speaking out against human rights abuses in Iran, highlighting the ongoing resistance against such oppression.
VIDEO Iranian rapper escaped the country: They are killing children on the streets, choking people in blood
Iranian rapper Meraj Tehrani has fled to Turkey after documenting violent repression against protests in Tehran, calling for foreign assistance to address the brutal oppression of civilians in Iran.
The Legacy of Grandmothers
The article discusses the historical and cultural impact of grandmothers' legacies, contrasting ancient practices of women's political engagement with contemporary issues of theocratic oppression.
The Iranian regime charges families for the bullets that killed their loved ones in the protests
The Iranian authorities are forcing families to pay up to $6,000 to retrieve the bodies of their loved ones killed during protests, imposing a fee of $1,500 per bullet lodged in the victim's body.
What is the Helicoide building in Caracas: The shopping center that turned into a 'torture chamber' for political prisoners
The Helicoide building in Caracas, once a shopping center, has been repurposed as a detention center for political prisoners including opponents of the government, activists, students, and journalists.
Trump to Iranians: Remember the names of the killers.. and Larijani responds: You and Netanyahu
Iranian National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani responds to Donald Trump's statement urging Iranians to remember those responsible for oppression, naming Trump and Netanyahu as the 'main killers' of the Iranian people.
Artist Kathia St Hilaire's deceptively delicate visions of chaos and resistance
Artist Kathia St Hilaire uses metal, rubber, canvas, and printmaking to create intricately layered artworks that depict themes of oppression, trauma, and renewal, marking her first major exhibition.