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Lebanon Moves Toward Historic Abolition of the Death Penalty as Parliamentary Committees Approve Landmark Reform
On July 9, 2026, Lebanon reached a pivotal moment in its judicial and human rights history as members of three influential parliamentary committees jointly approved a draft law to formally abolish the death penalty. The decision, announced following a joint session in Beirut, positions Lebanon as a potential trailblazer in the Middle East, potentially becoming […]
Nollywood actor Owolabi Ajasa breaks silence to debunk viral social media death rumours
Veteran Nigerian actor Owolabi Ajasa, widely celebrated for his archetypal portrayals of police officers and his signature catchphrase "Ta lo pa chief?", has officially refuted widespread claims concerning his demise. The actor, who has become a staple of the Yoruba-language film industry, took to social media on Friday to address the misinformation after an obituary […]
International Human Rights Coalition Calls on Maldives to Abandon Reinstatement of Death Penalty and Repeal Capital Drug Laws
A coalition of ten prominent Maldivian and international human rights organizations has issued a formal appeal to the government of the Maldives, urging the immediate withdrawal of proposed legislation intended to end the nation’s seven-decade moratorium on the death penalty. The joint statement, released following recent executive announcements, calls for the Maldivian authorities to not […]
Death in Custody and Allegations of Torture in Bahrain The Case of Sayed Mohamed Almosawi
The death of a 32-year-old Bahraini man in state custody has sparked international condemnation and renewed scrutiny of the Kingdom of Bahrain’s human rights record. Sayed Mohamed Almosawi, a small business owner and former political prisoner, died in late March 2026 after what human rights organizations have characterized as an enforced disappearance. Following his death, […]
