A new lawsuit alleges that West Africans deported from the U.S. to Ghana were subjected to inhumane treatment, including being held in restraints for 16 hours and provided only bread and water during the flight. The lawsuit, filed on behalf of five migrants, details their detention in “squalid conditions” in Ghana and the threat of being sent to countries deemed unsafe by U.S. immigration judges. The plaintiffs, who are not Ghanaian citizens, seek to halt deportations and challenge the Trump administration’s practice of sending individuals to countries other than their own, which is in violation of rulings by U.S. immigration judges. The lawsuit highlights the legal challenges surrounding the deportation of migrants to nations that were not their country of origin.
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The Kyiv Court of Appeal affirmed a historic decision recognizing a same-sex couple as a family, as reported by Insight LGBTQ. The case involved a diplomat and his partner who married in the U.S. and sought recognition in Ukraine after facing denial of spousal rights. The initial ruling by Kyiv’s Desniansky District Court in June 2025 established their family status, despite the absence of specific same-sex partnership legislation, and included evidence of their long-term relationship. Despite attempts to appeal the decision, the appellate court upheld the ruling, marking a significant stride for LGBTQ+ rights in Ukraine, which is increasingly accepting of these rights.
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People killed in US boat strike were not Tren de Aragua, Venezuela minister says. That statement immediately raises a red flag, doesn’t it? The inherent distrust in both governments makes it incredibly difficult to discern the truth. It’s a case of two entities, neither particularly known for their transparency, presenting conflicting narratives about a deadly event. This situation forces us to sift through the information, questioning motivations, and considering the potential biases involved.
The fact that the Venezuelan government is denying that the victims were members of the Tren de Aragua gang, is what we should expect. Regardless of who was on the boat, Venezuela would likely deny it.… Continue reading
Dutch parliamentarians have voted in favor of a bill that will criminalize practices aimed at “curing” homosexuality. The legislation, supported by a majority in the Tweede Kamer, clarifies that only systematic or intrusive attempts to change someone’s sexual orientation will be considered criminal offenses, addressing concerns from conservative parties. The bill’s proponents, including D66 and VVD, emphasized the importance of protecting vulnerable individuals from harmful practices that jeopardize their health and safety, while also promoting freedom, equality, and human dignity. The COC, an LGBTI+ rights organization, hailed the decision as a major victory and hopes the ban will lead to the end of treating homosexuality as a disease.
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Return of detained Korean workers in US delayed as Trump encouraged their stay, Seoul says – it’s a mouthful, isn’t it? Let’s break this down. It seems like a group of South Korean workers, who were apparently detained in the US, had their return home delayed because, well, former President Trump, according to Seoul, *encouraged* them to stay. And that’s where the story gets really interesting, and frankly, a bit unsettling.
So, what exactly does “encouraged” mean in this context? Based on the unfolding narrative, it sounds less like a gentle nudge and more like a forceful suggestion. The initial plan was for these workers to go back to South Korea.… Continue reading
India to Switzerland: Don’t preach on minorities while ignoring your own. The crux of the matter, distilled from the various opinions swirling around, is a pointed exchange between India and Switzerland at the UN Human Rights Council. Switzerland, in its role as the current UNHRC president, brought up concerns about India’s treatment of minorities and freedom of expression. This prompted a rather unexpected response from India, a response that, frankly, raised eyebrows and set the stage for a broader discussion about hypocrisy and the complexities of international diplomacy.
India, in its reply, wasn’t shy about turning the tables. Instead of directly addressing Switzerland’s concerns, the Indian diplomat delivered a message of sorts, stating that India, as a “vibrant democracy,” was ready to help Switzerland with its own issues, specifically citing racism, systematic discrimination, and xenophobia.… Continue reading
An Associated Press investigation revealed how American tech companies played a significant role in building China’s digital surveillance state, selling billions of dollars worth of technology to the Chinese government despite warnings of human rights abuses. This technology, including “predictive policing” systems, was used to monitor and control citizens, especially those deemed “troublemakers” like the Yang family. U.S. firms like IBM and Cisco provided the foundation for China’s surveillance, particularly in Xinjiang, where the Uyghur population faced mass detention facilitated by these technologies. Although the flow of this tech has slowed, the initial foundation enabled the current surveillance apparatus.
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Nineteen killed in Nepal in ‘Gen Z’ protest over social media ban, corruption, and the Reuters headline really isn’t telling the whole story, is it? It’s like, sure, the social media crackdown may have lit the fuse, but the bomb itself was packed with years and years of pent-up anger over something far more fundamental: deep-seated government corruption. To just focus on the social media angle makes it sound like a bunch of teenagers are throwing a tantrum because they can’t post selfies. That completely misses the point.
The protests, from what I gather, are fueled by the very real issues of corruption, nepotism, and a general lack of good governance that’s been plaguing Nepal for a long time.… Continue reading
Protests erupted in Nepal, resulting in at least 19 deaths and dozens injured, sparked by a government-imposed ban on social media platforms like Facebook and X, and widespread dissatisfaction with government corruption. Demonstrators, predominantly from Generation Z, gathered near the parliament building in Kathmandu, leading to clashes with security forces who employed water cannons, batons, and rubber bullets. The government defended the ban as a measure to regulate fake news, hate speech, and online fraud, while protesters viewed it as an attempt to silence dissent and voiced concerns over rampant corruption and the government’s failure to address economic issues. Curfews were implemented in affected areas, and the army was deployed, while the ban continues, with some platforms reactivated after registering with the ministry, and content against the ban still circulating, particularly on TikTok.
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The Israeli Supreme Court recently ruled the government has failed to provide adequate nutrition to Palestinian security prisoners, ordering improvements to their food supply. This decision follows a petition from rights groups alleging that post-war food policy changes led to prisoner malnutrition and starvation. The court found “real doubts” about prisoners’ ability to eat properly and mandated the prison service ensure basic subsistence conditions. Despite the ruling, National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir stated the policy of minimal conditions would continue, sparking criticism from rights groups who are calling for immediate implementation of the court’s verdict.
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