Torture prevention has been a hot topic since the Optional Protocol to the Convention against Torture was created in 2002. This agreement aimed to stop torture and mistreatment through surprise visits. Over the years, many guides and reports have been published to help with this mission. These inclu
In May 2025, a significant step was taken to support survivors of human rights abuses. The International Accountability Platform for Belarus (IAPB) released a practice note titled "A Survivor-Centred Approach to Documentation for Criminal Accountability. " This guide is a big deal because it focuses
In a move that has sparked both hope and skepticism, Hamas' military branch announced plans to return the remains of a hostage on Wednesday evening. This development comes amid ongoing airstrikes in Gaza, highlighting the fragile nature of the current ceasefire. The Israeli military reported neutra
Democrats celebrated a series of wins in recent elections, marking a positive start to Trump's second term. New faces like Zohran Mamdani, the youngest mayor-elect of New York City, brought fresh energy to the party. Victories in New Jersey, New York, and Virginia showed Democrats can still attract
Russia's leader, Vladimir Putin, has asked his team to look into restarting nuclear tests. This comes after the U. S. president hinted that America might do the same. Putin said Russia has followed the rules of the nuclear test ban treaty, but if others start testing, Russia will too. A top Russian
A young mayor in New York has caught the attention of left-wing parties across Europe. Zohran Mamdani, 34, won the mayoral race with bold ideas like rent controls and higher taxes for the wealthy. This victory has sparked hope among European left-wing groups who are fighting against the rise of righ
In a small but significant move, Hamas' military branch announced they would return the body of a hostage on Wednesday evening. This comes as tensions remain high, with Israeli forces reporting they neutralized two Palestinians who were acting suspiciously near their positions. Meanwhile, Gaza's hea
Zohran Mamdani, a Ugandan-born politician, made waves in New York's mayoral race, and back home, people are talking. His victory is seen as a ray of hope, but also a reminder of how far Uganda has to go. Uganda has been under the same president for nearly 40 years, with little sign of change. Many
The U. S. President has been pressuring Republican senators to scrap the filibuster rule. This rule requires 60 out of 100 senators to agree on most laws. The President thinks this change would help end the ongoing government shutdown, which is now the longest in history. At a recent meeting, the P
New York City recently elected Zohran Mamdani as its new mayor. Mamdani identifies as a democratic socialist, but his views lean more towards communism. He has expressed support for government control over industries and public services, like free transportation and city-run grocery stores. Mamdani
