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🚨 Iranian 🇮🇷 authorities have reinstated controversial "morality police" patrols to enforce women's dress codes and public hijab laws 🧕. This move comes ten months after the tragic death of a young woman, Mahsa Amini, who died in custody after being arrested for allegedly violating the dress code, sparking widespread national protests 🗣️. The enforcement of these laws has been a contentious issue, with many women choosing to stop wearing hijabs altogether following the protests. Despite this resistance, Iranian authorities have implemented stricter punishments for non-compliance. The reinstatement of the morality police raises significant security and human rights concerns 🚫. It also signals a potential escalation in the conflict between hardline Islamic authorities and those advocating for greater personal freedoms in Iran 🇮🇷. #Iran #HumanRights #Freedom #Protests #MoralityPolice #HijabLaw #WomenRights #SecurityRisk #PersonalFreedom #JusticeForMahsa #politicalanalysis #crisismanagement #InCyTectGlobal #middleeast #emea #crisisresponce #travelriskmanagement #IntelligenceServiceDepartment #intelligence InCyTect Global Photo Source: REUTERS

IRAN SEE HOW CITIZENS IN IRAN DRESSED UP AS PENGUINS / HAWKS (ARE THEY BORN THAT WAY???!!!) GET THEIR OWN FELLOW CITIZENS ARRESTED TRAITORS THE DOORS OF HELL ARE OPEN TO THIS KIND OF PESTS On Saturday, April 13, the Iranian government launched a new campaign against women who choose not to wear the hijab. From the very beginning, there were disturbing reports of violent encounters between morality police officers and women. These encounters involved numerous law enforcement personnel, religious patrols, and white vans stationed on streets and city squares. Their mission: to apprehend women and girls who refused to comply with the mandatory hijab. As the crackdown intensified, the regime deployed advanced surveillance equipment to detect individuals not adhering to compulsory veiling. The consequences for non-compliance were severe: warnings, court referrals, vehicle impoundment, and even the closure of businesses whose employees did not observe the veil. The oppressive measures reached unprecedented levels of violence, leaving Iranian women with a stark choice: conform to the regime’s dictates or risk arrest and punishment. The fight against compulsory hijab laws has become a central issue in the ongoing battle for women’s rights in Iran, as they continue to resist these oppressive regulations.

Palestinian prisoners are often held without trial and are severely beaten so that they can sign these false charges. This has been documented by human rights organisations. All those key players who are guilty of this and those who cosigned must face the international criminal court. Decades of injustices against the Palestinian people. 7 days is not a ceasefire 💔 Your voice matters. Speak up, because we are all Palestinians. #FREEPALESTINE #FREECONGO #Stopthegenocide #STOPUSA #Israeliwarcrimes #StopUk #StopRishiSunak #MEDIAMISINFORMATION #Mediadistortionoftruth #MEDIACOMPLICITY #STOPAPARTHEID #BIBI #NETANYAHU #Palestinianlivesmatter #HUMANRIGHTS #Humanrightsabuses #INTERNATIONLAW #Neveragainshouldbneveragainforeveryone #VIVAPALESTINE #SOUTHAFRICA #ITALIAISLAMAPHOBIA

In our comment to the Oversight Board, ARTICLE 19 navigates the intricate balance between protecting users from state persecution and respecting online protest in the context of restricted expressions. As the Islamic Republic targets women defying mandatory hijab law, we urge Meta to protect users from persecution while respecting online protest. Read our OversightBoard submission: https://lnkd.in/ezJ2yv-6 #WomanLifeFreedom

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The UN Special Rapporteur on torture, Alice Jill Edwards, has rightfully expressed deep concern about the possibility that evidence against Lai may have been obtained through torture or other unlawful treatment. By invoking Article 15 of the Convention against Torture, which China has ratified, the Special Rapporteur highlights the international legal framework that prohibits the use of statements obtained through torture as evidence in any proceedings. The alleged use of torture and coercive techniques, such as fixed restraint chairs, has been thoroughly documented in mainland China, raising serious human rights concerns. The protection against the reliance on evidence obtained through torture or ill-treatment is indeed fundamental, as emphasized by Edwards. She wisely emphasizes the importance of conducting an immediate investigation into these allegations, highlighting China's duty to investigate all claims of torture, prosecute responsible individuals, and provide remedies to the victims. The case of Jimmy Lai, a prominent advocate for freedom of speech, press freedom, and democratic space in Hong Kong SAR, has drawn international attention. His arrest and the charges against him under the National Security Law have raised concerns about the state of freedom of expression and human rights in Hong Kong. The intervention of the UN Special Rapporteur emphasizes the crucial nature of upholding fundamental human rights principles and the necessity for a just and transparent legal process. It reminds the international community of its responsibility to safeguard and uphold human rights, especially in instances where credible allegations of torture and unjust treatment arise. Given these circumstances, it is imperative for Chinese authorities to treat the allegations with gravity, initiate a comprehensive and unbiased investigation, and ensure that all legal proceedings conform to international human rights standards. The safeguarding of individuals from torture and ill-treatment stands as a linchpin of human rights law, and any breaches of this vital principle must be promptly and diligently addressed.

Today we publish findings of our ongoing monitoring for violations of international law in Ukraine in our latest report. Our testimonies from witnesses and survivors find new evidence of torture and sexual violence, as well as allegations of arbitrary imprisonment and enforced disappearances of civilians living in areas under occupation. Find out more ▶ bit.ly/3DgPiy9 #ukraine #ihl #crsv #humanrights

Stop! Learn to coexist! Israel could "easily" follow the gist of the UNSC and the ICJ decisions by creating a humanitarian solution which nevertheless includes achieving its goal of military fully dismantling Hamas. If Israel would open its borders and create Blue Helmets/UN peace force controlled, UNHCR managed, refugee facilities in Israel, it could upon doing so dismantle all military infrastructure in Gaza without causing any further civilian collateral damage. At the same time would the (disarmed) Gazans have a stable very safe zone to go to with a high likelihood to be able to return home if Gaza becomes inhabitable again (currently it is no longer). Finally, by involving the international community, a starting point for co-existence as equals could be created. www.pax.ngo & www.convergence.ngo