Mass arrests in Kurdish regions of Iran following ceasefire: Watchdog

The cessation of hostilities between Iran and Israel has ushered in a crackdown by Iranian authorities in Kurdish-majority areas of the country, with the Kurdistan Human Rights Network (KHRN) reporting myriad arrests of individuals charged with spying for Israel and spreading anti-government messages, among myriad other offenses.

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UNAMI urges Baghdad to conduct ‘fair, transparent’ investigation into death of jailed Iraqi engineer

The dubious nature of the death of Bashir Khalid Latif in a Baghdad prison has provoked controversy and led to allegations of foul play at the hands of prison authorities, with the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq expressing their hopes for an impartial investigation into the matter.

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Iran’s top court upholds death sentence against Kurdish activist

Iran's Supreme Court has rejected a second retrial appeal by Kurdish political prisoner Pakhshan Azizi. Her lawyers argue that the charges are baseless, citing her peaceful humanitarian work, and highlighting serious procedural flaws.

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Suspicious death of jailed Iraqi engineer sparks controversy

Latif was arrested after getting into an altercation with a federal police officer, also accused of being responsible for the assault the engineer was subjected to in prison

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Iran executed nearly 1,000 in 2024: Rights watchdog

Iran is one of 47 countries that still retain the death penalty for ordinary crimes without a moratorium on executions, according to French rights group Together Against the Death Penalty (ECPM).

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Iraqi census could advance human rights, development: Watchdog

Iraq will hold a nationwide population census for the first in nearly three decades. Activists and officials say the census will provide critical data which could improve infrastructure, address human rights issues, and promote equality in resource distribution.

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Ministry's new IDs for positive influencers raise freedom concerns

Ministry of interior's plans to issue new IDs for positive influencers spark concerns over freedom and polarization.

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Justice minister sets out plans for change

Iraqi Minister of Justice Khaled Shawni promises to tackle real estate corruption and reforms to prison system.

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Press freedom in Iraq under pressure on 155th anniversary

The Iraqi press celebrated its 155th anniversary today amid calls for greater protection and remembrance of those who lost their lives in the field.

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