Tag: Human rights
UN ‘very troubled’ over mass trial of Hong Kong democracy activists
According to the U.S.-based Hong Kong Democracy Council, 1,618 of those defendants are classed as political prisoners
Pope Francis stresses futility of violence in Israel-Hamas conflict
The pontiff voiced deep concern about the dire situation in Gaza, which has witnessed numerous innocent victims
Church in Bangladesh honors elderly people
Francis Bepari, the Caritas Regional Director of Barisal, presided over the event and kicked off the discussion.
Pope Francis reaches out to Gaza parish priest amidst ongoing conflict
Fr. Romanelli conveyed gratitude for the Pope's call for a ceasefire, urging an end to violence, terrorism, and war
18 Thais killed in Israel-Gaza conflict: government
There are around 30,000 Thai workers in Israel, according to Bangkok's labor ministry, many of them working in agriculture
Church leaders calls for end of violence amidst Holy Land crisis
Church leaders call for an immediate end to "violent and military activities that bring harm to both Palestinian and Israeli civilians."
Holy See urges UN to safeguard children’s rights, support families
A society with a high prevalence of internet-based explicit content among adults may struggle to effectively safeguard minors
Unfinished business: Philippines’ land reform program
Aging and in their twilight years, farmers interviewed by TFM lament the frustratingly slow land distribution process
Three arrested for selling gun, ammo to Thai mall shooting suspect
Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin vowed Wednesday to bring in "preventative measures" to prevent further tragedies.
Human rights defenders in 40 countries face threats for cooperating with...
Many now opt for anonymity when cooperating or, in some cases, refrain from collaboration altogether
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