Scholars and UN Staff Accuse Israel of Genocide in Gaza
A scholars' association has accused Israel of committing genocide in Gaza, a claim that Israel's foreign ministry dismissed as disgraceful, amid growing concerns from rights groups.
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Federal Judge Orders Release of Pro-Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalil
A U.S. judge ordered the immediate release of Mahmoud Khalil, a pro-Palestinian activist detained in Louisiana, citing unconstitutional punishment and lack of flight risk, marking a victory for rights groups challenging the Trump administration's actions against him. Despite the White House's opposition, Khalil's detention was deemed unlawful, and he is set to reunite with his family in New York while his immigration case continues.
Global Concerns Rise as China Tightens Grip on Dissent, UN Chief Urges Fulfillment of Human Rights
Rights groups are raising concerns about China's increasing crackdown on dissent, both domestically and internationally, as they mark the 75th anniversary of the U.N. Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Activists and their families have faced punishment, including exit bans, detention, eviction, harassment, and assault. Western governments are being criticized for not pressuring China enough, while a more powerful China under President Xi Jinping has become less responsive to international pressure. The EU recently expressed "deep concerns" about the rights situation in China during a summit, but critics argue that the human rights dialogue falls short of achieving real outcomes for dissidents.