A legal case against Nigeria’s top judge that raised fears of interference in next month’s presidential election was adjourned indefinitely on Monday.
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Venezuelan Presidential Standoff Likely to Worsen People’s Misery
U.S. recognition of Juan Guaido as Venezuela’s interim president is being touted by Trump’s administration as a way to restore country’s democracy.
Zimbabwe Unions Issue New Strike Ultimatum after Talks Deadlock
Zimbabwe’s lawyers Tuesday took to the streets and petitioned the government complaining over what they called deteriorating rule of law.
Main Netanyahu Challenger to Launch Israel Election Bid
A former Israeli military chief regarded as the only serious challenger to Prime Minister Netanyahu was set to formally unveil his election campaign.
More Protests Expected in Sudan Against al-Bashir’s Rule
Demonstrators are gathering in Sudan’s capital and eastern cities to memorialize those killed in protests against autocratic President Omar al-Bashir.
Blatant Political Persecution of Chinese Human Rights Lawyer Wang
Human rights lawyer Wang Quanzhang (王全璋) received the gross injustice of 4.5-year prison and blatant political persecution after a closed-door trial.
Life Under Al-Qaeda Rule in Syria Worsens With Arrests and Torture
An armed group with links to al-Qaeda has in recent months arbitrarily arrested scores of residents in areas under their control in Idlib, Hama.
Bahrain Court Upholds Life Sentences for Opposition Figures
Bahrain’s highest court on Monday upheld life sentences for a prominent Shi’ite cleric Ali Salman who led the country’s now-outlawed opposition party.
Venezuelan Opposition to Hold Two Days of Protest Amid Turmoil
Venezuelan opposition Juan Guaido calls for two days protests this week in his latest bid to sway military to his side and away from leader Nicolas Maduro.
After Election Upheaval, DRC Inaugurates New Parliament
After election upheaval, DRC inaugurates parliament with new president but left National Assembly dominated by supporters of former leader Joseph Kabila.