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Human Rights
Millions of Afghans Face Starvation as US and the West Freeze Government Funds
Afghanistan fell into an economic crisis after Western countries froze all its funds following the Taliban takeover.
Absent Any Proof, Israel Designates Palestinian Rights Groups “Terrorist”
The “terrorist” designations are aimed at depriving human rights groups of funding.
Social Workers Can No Longer Remain Silent on Oppression of Palestinians
For too long social work has neglected its obligation to stand with the oppressed and fight alongside the marginalized.
Tlaib: US “Must Stop Enabling the Killing of Children” in Palestine
Rep. Rashida Tlaib and CodePink condemned the killing of a 13-year-old Palestinian boy by Israeli forces on Friday.
A US Military Jury Is Seeking Clemency for a Guantánamo Detainee
Torture is one of the greatest moral stains on upon the U.S. -- and it happened on our watch.
Coalition Demands Biden Condemn Israel’s Crackdown on Palestinian Rights Groups
U.S.-based groups denounced Israel's classification of 6 Palestinian human rights groups as “terrorist organizations.”
It’s Not Just the Missionaries — There Were 782 Kidnappings in Haiti This Year
While U.S. missionaries and children continue to be held hostage in Haiti, most kidnappings target Haitian citizens.
Biden’s DOJ Downplayed Suicide Risk for Assange in Appeal of Extradition Denial
The British district judge denied Julian Assange’s extradition due to his high risk of suicide in U.S. prisons.
Biden White House Holds Largest Meeting With Intersex Advocates
Intersex activists said the meeting was a historic start, but it's "time to pass the listening stage” and take action.
Deadly US Sanctions Are Exacerbating the Pandemic Globally
Biden has perpetuated the United States’ unilateral blockades, which often prevent countries from purchasing medicines.