Crisis hit Venezuela as they await opposition leader and self-declared president, Juan Guaido who plans to return despite security concerns
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Israel’s Netanyahu Vows to Stay On in Face of Corruption Charges
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, facing indictment for alleged corruption, says he will lead Israel for “many more years.”
China Just Disappeared a Prominent Uyghur Activist and His Family
In addition, the authorities disappeared Jiang’s father and sister, who were “escorted” by domestic security personnel. They have not been heard from since.
Systematic Censorship of Younger Generation’s Music in Russia
Systematic censorship of younger generations music by Russian authorities forcing them to cancel concerts thus violating freedom of expression.
Ukrainian Court Strikes Down Anti-Corruption Law
Ukraine’s Constitutional Court has struck down a law against corruption, raising concern about the country’s fight against endemic corruption.
Nicaragua Frees Prisoners Ahead of Talks With Opposition
The government of Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega has released dozens of people arrested in a last year’s crackdown on street protests.
Ethics Allegations Prompt Call for Trudeau to Quit
Ethics allegations prompt call for P.M. Justin Trudeau to quit after government officials inappropriately pressured her to help a firm avoid bribery trial.
Sudan Tightens Emergency Rule as Protests Grow
President Omar al-Bashir this week issued four new emergency laws forbidding demonstrations and strikes, as well as imposing new economic restrictions.
Russia’s Ex-Cybersecurity Chief Gets 22-year Sentence in Jail
A Russian military court convicted a former senior counterintelligence officer and a cybersecurity firm executive of treason Tuesday
Exposing How Impunity Emboldens Mideast Rights Violations
The world community’s “chilling complacency toward wide-scale human rights violations” emboldened governments to commit “appalling” violations.