Taliban Leadership Divided On Women’s Education

Divisions exist within Taliban leadership on Afghan women's education. Deputy Foreign Minister Sher Mohammad Abbas Stanikzai announced publicly that there was no basis for excluding education for women and girls, praising their right to learn. Taliban officials in certain areas have even provided medical courses for female students. Nonetheless, despite these opinions, the Taliban's highest [...]

Repression in Eritrea

Eritrea remains one of the most repressive countries in the world. Since gaining independence in 1993, President Isaias Afwerki has ruled without elections, a ratified constitution, or political opposition. The country has no freedom of press or expression, with media tightly controlled and independent journalists often jailed or disappeared. Religious freedom is severely restricted—only four [...]

Saudi Arabia Frees Some, But Repression of Political Dissent Continues

In Saudi Arabia, political prisoners continue to face harsh repression despite the recent release of some detainees. Dozens of individuals remain imprisoned solely for peacefully exercising their rights to free expression, association, and belief. High-profile figures like cleric Salman al-Odah, lawyer Waleed Abu al-Khair, and aid worker Abdulrahman al-Sadhan are among those still held. Many [...]

Taliban Leadership Divided On Women’s Education

Divisions exist within Taliban leadership on Afghan women's education. Deputy Foreign Minister Sher Mohammad Abbas Stanikzai announced publicly that there was no basis for excluding education for women and girls, praising their right to learn. Taliban officials in certain areas have even provided medical courses for female students. Nonetheless, despite these opinions, the Taliban's highest [...]

Human Rights Violations In Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia, led by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS), is spending billions to transform the nation, presenting an image of modernization and economic dominance. Although MBS brought about some reforms, such as lifting the ban on women driving, critics point to severe human rights violations, such as the arrest and torture of activists. Despite [...]

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