Saudi Arabia Uses Executions To Silence Dissent

In 2025, Saudi Arabia carried out a record number of executions, at least 241 by August 5, many without fair trials, according to Human Rights Watch and the Middle East Democracy Center. This includes the execution of journalist Turki al-Jasser on June 14 for allegedly “terrorist” acts, though no evidence was provided. Al-Jasser had exposed [...]

Türkiye’s Controversial Judicial Reform Passes Amid Criticism

Türkiye’s parliament passed the 10th Judicial Reform Package, expanding house arrest eligibility for women, minors, the elderly, and ill prisoners, and increasing penalties for assault, threats, and traffic offenses. It also allows repeat non-terror offenders early release, but has drawn criticism for excluding political prisoners. The pro-Kurdish DEM Party condemned the law as deepening judicial [...]

British Couple Held Without Cause In Afghanistan

British couple Peter and Barbie Reynolds, in their 70s, were detained by Taliban authorities in Afghanistan in February 2024 for unspecified reasons. The couple, who run education and training programs in Bamiyan province, are reportedly being held under harsh conditions in Pul-e-Charkhi prison. Their daughter, Susie Romer, says they’ve endured 29 interrogations and multiple court [...]

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