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world1 month ago•3 min saved

Iran Faces Mounting Call for Independent Probe into Protest Deaths

With protests ongoing, Iran faces mounting calls for an independent, transparent inquiry into the protest deaths after the government offered to publish the names of the deceased to counter claims that the toll is far higher than the official 3,117. Reformists say the plan lacks transparency and favor a public, verifiable database or even UN fact-finding. Distrust remains high as tens of thousands are believed detained, including many young people, while authorities have not released data on detainees under 18.

via The Guardian|

#death-toll #independent-inquiry #iran

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

Boris Johnson's Apologies and Contemplations: Reflections on Covid Inquiry

Boris Johnson, former UK Prime Minister, admitted to making "unquestionably" mistakes in his government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic during his testimony before an independent inquiry. He defended his overall record but acknowledged the high death toll in the country. Johnson's former advisers described him as unfocused and chaotic, while he expressed contrition and apologized for the pain and suffering caused. The inquiry also heard criticism of his successor, Liz Truss, and current Finance Minister Rishi Sunak. Johnson's Conservative Party is concerned about losing power due to perceived incompetence ahead of upcoming elections.

via The Washington Post|

#boris-johnson #covid-19 #independent-inquiry

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

"NHS Failures Exposed: Necrophiliac Murderer Exploits Over 100 Morgue Bodies, Report Reveals"

An independent inquiry in the UK has found "serious failings" at hospitals that allowed a necrophiliac murderer, David Fuller, to abuse the bodies of over 100 women and girls for 15 years without being caught. Fuller, dubbed the "morgue monster," was already suspected in two sexually motivated killings when police discovered the extent of his offending in hospital morgues. The inquiry blamed management and governance failings, along with a lack of adherence to standard procedures. Fuller's abuse went unnoticed and unchecked, with senior officials allegedly aware of problems in the mortuary's operation as early as 2008. Fuller was given two whole-life sentences for the killings and a concurrent 12-year sentence for his other crimes.

via The Daily Beast|

#crime #hospital-failings #independent-inquiry

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

South Africa Clears Allegations of Arms Shipment to Russia

An independent inquiry in South Africa has found "no evidence" to support claims that the country supplied weapons to Russia. The inquiry was launched after the US ambassador to South Africa, Reuben Brigety, alleged that a Russian ship had been loaded with arms and ammunition at a naval base near Cape Town. The inquiry instead found that the ship had delivered armaments ordered by the South African National Defence Force. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa stated that the allegations had a damaging effect on the country's image and economy.

via Al Jazeera English|

#arms-shipment #independent-inquiry #international-relations