Moscow Court Orders Arrest of Boris Nemtsov’s Daughter

By admin August 1, 2026 No comment

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A Moscow court has ordered the arrest in absentia of Zhanna Nemtsova, the daughter of slain Russian opposition leader Boris Nemtsov, over her involvement with an organisation that Russia has designated as “undesirable.” Nemtsova, who has lived outside Russia since 2015, co-founded the Germany-based Boris Nemtsov Foundation for Freedom, which was banned in

Jolie, Blanchett Urge Stronger Refugee Protections

By admin July 28, 2026 No comment

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Actors Angelina Jolie and Cate Blanchett, along with Archbishop Sarah Mullally and other public figures, have called on governments to uphold refugee protections as the 1951 UN Refugee Convention marks its 75th anniversary. The appeal comes as the United Nations warns that growing restrictions on asylum systems are putting vulnerable people at greater risk despite […]

Polish President Vetoes Same-Sex Rights Bills

By admin July 17, 2026 No comment

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Poland’s President Karol Nawrocki has vetoed two bills that would have introduced legal cohabitation agreements for unmarried couples, including same-sex partners. The proposed legislation would have granted rights related to shared property, access to medical information, and funeral arrangements, but the president argued it would undermine the constitutional status

French Lawmakers Approve Controversial Police Shooting Bill

By admin July 8, 2026 No comment

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French lawmakers have approved a controversial bill that would presume police officers acted lawfully in fatal shootings unless proven otherwise. The proposal, backed by the government, passed the lower house of parliament by 313 votes to 199 and now moves to the upper house for final approval. Supporters, including Interior Minister Laurent Nunez, say the […]

Hungary’s LGBTQ+ Community Pushes for Rights Restoration After Years of Restrictions

By admin June 24, 2026 No comment

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Hungary’s LGBTQ+ community is preparing for its annual Pride march in Budapest, with activists calling for the restoration of rights that were curtailed during the 16-year rule of former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Last year’s Pride event evolved into a major anti-government demonstration after authorities attempted to ban it, drawing tens of thousands of participants.

ICC Faces Fresh Turmoil as Prosecutor Karim Khan Suspended

By admin June 12, 2026 No comment

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The International Criminal Court (ICC) is facing renewed uncertainty following the suspension of Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan over allegations of sexual misconduct. The move comes at a challenging time for the court, which is already dealing with political pressure, U.S. sanctions, and internal divisions among its member states. Khan, who has led several high-profile

French Government Faces Pressure After Child Murder Exposes Judicial Failures

By admin June 10, 2026 No comment

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The French government is facing mounting public anger following the murder of 11-year-old Lyhanna, a case that has sparked nationwide protests and renewed scrutiny of the country’s handling of child sexual abuse cases. The main suspect had previously been accused of raping a minor in 2025, but prosecutors had not questioned him before his arrest […]

EU Agrees New Rules Allowing Deportation of Rejected Migrants to Centres Outside the Bloc

By admin June 2, 2026 No comment

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The European Union has reached a political agreement on new migration rules that would allow member states to send rejected asylum seekers and visa overstayers to “return hubs” located outside the EU. The proposal, aimed at improving deportation enforcement, comes as European governments face growing political pressure to curb irregular migration despite a

French Judge Opens Inquiry Into Jamal Khashoggi Killing

By admin May 16, 2026 No comment

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A French judge has been appointed to lead an investigation into the 2018 killing of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi after a Paris appeals court ruled complaints filed by human rights organizations admissible. France’s national anti-terrorism prosecutor’s office said the inquiry will focus on allegations including torture and enforced disappearance. The case was brought

EU Court Strikes Down Hungary’s Anti-LGBTQ Law in Landmark Ruling

By admin April 22, 2026 No comment

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The European Court of Justice has ruled that Hungary’s anti-LGBTQ legislation violates European Union law and core values, marking an unprecedented legal decision. The law, introduced in 2021 under Viktor Orbán, banned the “promotion” of homosexuality and gender change to minors. The court found that it breached fundamental rights, including non-discrimination, freedom of