The Dark Future of Press Freedom in Iraqi Kurdistan: Escalating Crackdown on Activists and Journalists
The trial and sentencing of journalist Sherwan Amin Sherwani in Iraqi Kurdistan reflects a concerning trend of crackdowns on press freedom and dissent. This article examines the decline of freedom of expression, political manipulation through show trials, and the targeted repression and intimidation faced by journalists and activists in the region. As new restrictions are implemented, the future of press freedom in Iraqi Kurdistan looks grim.
The various facets of human rights violations in Iraq
Explore the various facets of human rights violations in Iraq including protests, political stalemate, repression of activists and journalists, lack of accountability, challenges for women’s rights, persecution of LGBT individuals, civil documentation challenges, repatriation from Syria, climate change vulnerability, and health risks from gas flaring.
Honour Killings and Domestic Violence: A Deepening Crisis for Women and Children in Iraq
Iraq faces a heartbreaking crisis of honor killings and domestic violence, with the tragic stories of Retaj Al-Badiri, Tiba al-Ali, and Mousa Walaa shedding light on the plight of its vulnerable children. From unexploded ordnance to honor killings and domestic violence, these young lives call for urgent change and international support.
Upholding Freedom of Expression and Peaceful Assembly in Iraq
Recent developments in Iraq signal significant threats to the fundamental rights of freedom of expression and peaceful assembly. The reintroduction of draft laws that curtail these rights poses a danger to democratic processes and the ability to hold authorities accountable. This blog post sheds light on the situation, advocates for the preservation of these essential rights, and calls for action to ensure freedom is upheld in Iraq.
Iraq’s Ongoing Human Rights Crisis: Two Decade of Abuses
International reports highlights the continued human rights crisis in Iraq, with torture, unfair trials, and attacks on civilians still rampant. The lack of accountability for these abuses further perpetuates the cycle of violence and impunity. Urgent actions are needed to protect human rights and ensure justice for the people of Iraq.
Hassan Al-Ta’is Story: The Brutal Reality of Torture and Prison Abuse in Iraq
Hassan Al Ta’is torture, including electric shocks, suffocation, handcuffing and being hung outdoors in the scorching sun for several days, is just a just a tiny fraction of what ordinary Iraqis have to go through usually.
The Torture of Shahab Al-Yasiri: Implications for Human Rights, and International Law
The troubling case of tortured human rights campaigner Shahab Al-Yasiri has prompted questions about the wider implications for democracy, human rights, and international law.
Australian Citizen Robert Pether Jailed in Iraq for Alleged ISIS Membership
Robert Pether’s arrest and conviction in Iraq have sparked debate regarding the security of journalists covering armed conflicts, the necessity of fair trials, and the respect for human rights.
Arrested by Committee 29, Qassim Hamoud Mansour Alzerjawi Died in the Hospital
The death of Qassim Hamoud Mansour Alzerjawi , a former official who was detained by Committee 29, a Iraqi government task force that was found to be unconstitutional by the supreme court of Iraq after revelations of possible human rights violations among others.
The Kidnapping of Activist Ali Naseer Allawy: A Tragic Reminder of the Dangers of Speaking Up
Concerns over the safety and security of activists and human rights defenders in Iraq and the surrounding region have been expressed in the wake of the kidnapping of famous Iraqi human rights activist Ali Naseer Allawy in February 2021.