Silence

Displacement of Indigenous Bajau Laut Sparks Outcry as Malaysian Government Uses Colonial Laws to Silence Critics

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KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — In June, the Malaysian government faced backlash after authorities destroyed the homes and boats of the Bajau Laut, an indigenous group in Borneo dependent on the sea for their livelihoods. The actions displaced families, leaving them without shelter or means of support. The destruction drew widespread criticism, particularly after videos of the incident circulated on social media. In response to the public outcry, the government arrested Mukmin Nantang, a human rights advocate who highlighted the plight of the Bajau Laut, charging him with sedition under a colonial-era law from 1948. Sedition … Read more

Legal Showdown: Lawyers Demand Silence from Trump Officials Amidst Controversial Deportation Case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s legal team has filed a motion in federal court seeking to prevent senior officials from the Trump administration from making what they deem to be damaging public statements about their client. The request aims to restrict comments from figures such as Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem and Attorney General Pam Bondi, who have publicly accused Abrego Garcia of serious crimes after he was mistakenly deported to El Salvador earlier this year. The motion was submitted shortly after Abrego Garcia was released from pre-trial custody, only to be immediately … Read more

Attorney for Ghislaine Maxwell Breaks Silence After Key Justice Department Discussions

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Ghislaine Maxwell’s attorney has spoken out following a significant meeting with officials from the U.S. Department of Justice, as discussions about her case continue to evolve. In New York, attorney Bobbi C. Sternheim has taken the spotlight to address concerns regarding the treatment of Maxwell since her incarceration. Sternheim emphasized that Maxwell’s access to due process and legal representation is crucial given the high-profile nature of her case. “The legal framework must be upheld,” she stated, underscoring the importance of fairness in the proceedings. Maxwell is currently serving a 20-year sentence for her role in … Read more

"Shadows of Silence: Uncovering the Tragic Fate of Gaza’s Humanitarian Workers and the Erosion of International Law"

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Rafah, Gaza — A disturbing revelation has emerged in the ongoing conflict in Gaza, marked by the discovery of a buried mobile phone belonging to Refat Radwan, a humanitarian worker who was killed along with fourteen colleagues. The footage found on the device provides a stark counter-narrative to claims made by the Israel Defense Forces regarding the circumstances of their deaths. This incident underscores ongoing concerns about accountability in military operations against civilian personnel in conflict zones. Radwan, who filmed the tragic encounter, was among the fifteen civil emergency responders from the Red Crescent and … Read more