All articles tagged with #extrajudicial killings
New York Times reports that the first Caribbean airstrike on a suspected drug-boat used a plane painted to look civilian, raising perfidy and war-crime concerns; 11 Venezuelans were killed and critics say the operation is illegal and extrajudicial, while the Pentagon defends it as a counter-narcotics action within the law of armed conflict.
During Tanzania's recent elections, police targeted civilians far from protests, resulting in at least 13 deaths in Mwanza and an estimated 700 extrajudicial killings nationwide, amid allegations of deliberate violence against opposition supporters and a crackdown on dissent, raising serious human rights concerns.
The U.S. military has conducted two more strikes in the Pacific targeting alleged drug-running boats, killing six individuals and raising the total death toll to 76, amid controversy over the legality and humanitarian impact of these actions, which are linked to broader U.S. efforts against drug cartels and political tensions in Venezuela.
The US conducted a new strike in the Caribbean targeting alleged drug traffickers, killing three people and raising the total death toll to at least 70, amid controversy over the legality and civilian casualties of the campaign against drug trafficking and alleged terrorist organizations in Latin America.
Relatives of two Trinidad men killed in a US airstrike in the Caribbean accuse President Trump of killing poor people without due process, criticizing the US and Trinidad governments for their roles and raising concerns about sovereignty and human rights violations amid ongoing US military actions in the region.
The International Criminal Court has revealed charges of crimes against humanity against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, accusing him of involvement in at least 76 killings during his time as mayor and president, including murder and extrajudicial killings related to drug enforcement. Duterte, currently detained in the Netherlands, denies authorizing such acts, and his trial has been postponed as his attorneys argue he is unfit to stand trial.
The ICC has charged former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte with crimes against humanity, alleging his involvement in at least 76 killings during his time as mayor and president, including targeted killings and 'clearance operations.' Duterte, currently detained in the Netherlands, denies authorizing such acts, and his trial has been postponed as his attorneys argue he is unfit to stand trial.
A report by the Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor accuses Israeli forces of executing Palestinians in northern Gaza, amid a broader military offensive that began in October. Eyewitnesses describe field executions and other atrocities, including forced evictions and displacement. The report highlights the dire humanitarian situation, with civilians facing starvation and lack of medical care. The international community's inaction is criticized for enabling these actions, which some describe as ethnic cleansing. The conflict has resulted in thousands of Palestinian deaths and injuries.
India's defence minister appeared to confirm the government's involvement in extrajudicial killings in Pakistan, targeting terrorists and militants associated with Islamist groups. The alleged shift in policy came after the Pulwama attack in 2019, with Indian intelligence operatives drawing inspiration from agencies like Mossad and incidents such as Jamal Khashoggi's killing. Detailed evidence from investigations into the killings was shown by Pakistani intelligence agencies, alleging Raw's involvement in up to 20 deaths. The operations involved recruitment of individuals from the UAE and radical Islamist networks, and also targeted Sikh activists in western countries. Pakistan's foreign office responded, condemning the Indian-sponsored terrorist acts.
Israeli forces conducted a military raid in a Palestinian town, resulting in the killing of three young men and the injury of a fourth. Video footage shows the Israeli military shooting and running over the body of one of the victims. The military prevented paramedics from reaching the injured for two hours. The raid is part of an intensified crackdown on Palestinian resistance, with at least 340 Palestinians killed in the occupied West Bank since October 2023.
Baloch activists protesting against "enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings" in Balochistan were beaten, arrested, and blocked from entering Islamabad. The protesters, including women and children, were met with water cannons, tear gas, and police violence. The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan and Amnesty International condemned the excessive use of force and called for the release of all detainees. The protests were sparked by the alleged killing of a Baloch youth, reigniting discussions about frequent extrajudicial killings and detentions in Balochistan.
Pakistani police used water cannons, batons, and arrests to prevent activists from protesting in Islamabad against forced disappearances and extrajudicial killings in Baluchistan province. The protesters, including families with children, had embarked on a 1,000-mile convoy to draw attention to the death of Balaach Mola Bakhsh, who died in police custody. Human rights activists and Bakhsh's family are demanding justice and the arrest of the officials responsible. The crackdown drew condemnation from human rights organizations, and the government has started releasing the detained protesters. The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan strongly condemned the police crackdown and demanded the immediate release of the detainees.
Palestinian militants in the West Bank have executed two men accused of collaborating with Israeli authorities, hanging their bodies as a warning. The Tulkarm Brigades, associated with the Fatah faction, stated that there is "no immunity for any informant or traitor." The incident highlights the growing tension and radicalization in the occupied West Bank, which has seen a surge in violence since the start of the Gaza war. The Palestinian Authority and Israeli security services have not commented on the incident.
Israeli special forces killed a 15-year-old Palestinian boy, Rafat Omar Ahmad Khamayseh, when he discovered their presence during a military raid in the Jenin refugee camp. The boy saw the forces exiting Palestinian licensed cars and tried to warn others before being chased and shot by an Israeli soldier. Despite attempts to save him, Rafat died before receiving medical attention. The incident highlights the ongoing use of lethal force against Palestinian children by Israeli forces, with at least 46 children killed in 2023 alone. International and local rights groups have condemned the escalating violence and declared 2023 as the "deadliest" year for Palestinians in the occupied West Bank since 2005.
At least 35 civilians have been shot dead by police in Kenya this month during protests over new taxes and the rising cost of living. The family of Douglas Kalasinga, one of the victims, believes he was targeted by police as a bullet was found lodged in his head. Human rights organizations have expressed concern over the police killings and arbitrary arrests, calling for an investigation and prosecution of guilty officers. This is a longstanding problem in Kenya, with police accused of extrajudicial killings to silence critics. The family of Kalasinga is seeking justice and assistance in transporting his body back to his hometown for burial.