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Human Rights Defenders Sue Trump Administration Over Sanctions on ICC Prosecutor
The suit argues it is unconstitutional for Trump to block humanitarian groups in the US from working with the ICC.
Trump Issues Sanctions on Iran, Threatens to “Obliterate” It If He’s Killed
Trump has signed an executive order to exert pressure on Iran while also trying to obtain a nuclear deal.
As DOJ Unseals Assassination Plot, Fears of Trump’s Aggressive Iran Policy Grow
When reportedly briefed about Iran's alleged plot against him, Trump threatened to bomb the nation “to smithereens.”
Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Activists Face Sanctions and Deportation
Samidoun’s Europe coordinator, Mohammed Khatib, speaks about the repression of Palestinian diaspora organizers.
Amid Genocide, Palestine Attempts to Qualify for Its First World Cup
FIFA has joined the long list of international bodies unwilling to sanction Israel.
Iran Braces for Uncertainty After President Raisi’s Death
Besides crushing dissent, the former leader did little of note. Could a new president be different?
They Risked Their Lives for Freedom in Iran. Now They Fear Israel’s Bombs.
Having survived waves of domestic repression, protesters in Iran are now in the crosshairs of Israeli bombs.
Harms of US Blockade Against Cuba Compound as Food and Energy Crises Spread
Having survived the US blockade for 62 years, Cuba is enduring its worst economic crisis since the collapse of the USSR.
Blinken Hasn’t Acted on Staff Recommendations to Sanction Israeli Military Units
A State Department panel said in December that the US should restrict arms sales to units linked to human rights abuses.
Journalist Says Line Between Settlers and Israeli Army Has Virtually Disappeared
Shane Bauer explains how settlers recently sanctioned by the US are supported by the state of Israel directly.