War

Turkish Lawyers Call for ICC Action Against Assad, Demand Immediate Arrest Warrants for War Crimes

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Damascus, Syria — Turkish human rights lawyers have stepped up their efforts to hold Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and 17 of his top officials accountable for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. Lawyers Gülden Sönmez and Cihat Gökdemir, representing Syrian victims, have urged the International Criminal Court (ICC) to immediately issue arrest warrants in response to charges that have been documented since the onset of the Syrian civil war. The legal proceedings against Assad and his administration started back in 2017, driven by mounting evidence of human rights violations during his regime’s grip on … Read more

Porcelain War Wins Grand Jury Prize at Sundance 2024: A Revolutionary Glimpse into Documentary Filmmaking

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Park City, Utah — “Porcelain War,” a groundbreaking documentary that captured the Grand Jury Prize at the U.S. Documentary Competition in the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, brings an innovative angle to war filmmaking. Premiering in the previous year’s Sundance, this film has not only captivated audiences but also set a high standard for documentary production with its unique perspective on warfare. The film stands out for its singular approach, blending intense historical narratives with modern-day reflections that prompt viewers to reconsider the implications and human costs of military conflicts. Its director, whose previous works have … Read more

Oregon’s Public Transit War on Drugs: New Law Turns Buses and Trains into ‘Safe Zones’ with Tough Penalties for Onboard Drug Use

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Salem, Oregon — Oregon has taken a significant step to curtail illegal drug use on public transit by classifying such activities as a crime under the state law known as Interfering with Public Transportation. This legislative change, effected through the recent approval of Senate Bill 1553, categorizes the ingestion, inhalation, or any method of drug consumption on transit vehicles as a Class A misdemeanor, carrying penalties that could include nearly a year in jail or fines up to $6,250. The enactment of this policy came into effect on January 1, 2025, marking a stringent shift … Read more

Chilean Legal Team Seeks Arrest of Israeli Soldier for Alleged War Crimes in Gaza

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Santiago, Chile — Human rights lawyers in Chile are seeking the arrest of an Israeli soldier, alleging his involvement in war crimes during military operations in Gaza. This legal action marks a significant escalation in international attempts to hold individuals accountable for the long-standing conflict between Israel and Palestinian groups. The lawsuit, filed recently in Chilean courts, accuses the soldier of participating in the killing of Palestinian civilians in Gaza, an area that has seen recurrent hostilities. Chile’s substantial Palestinian community, one of the largest outside the Arab world, solidifies the country’s interest in Middle … Read more