Civil liberties

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Protests Against Iranian Government Continue With Global Rallies Outside Tehran

Protests critical of the Iranian government have continued both within the country and among diaspora communities abroad, with demonstrators organizing rallies in several...

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World Day of Action for Iranian People Draws Thousands in Major Cities Worldwide

Thousands of demonstrators gathered in major cities across Europe, North America, and parts of Asia to mark a coordinated World Day of Action...

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Senior U.S. Senators Oppose Proposal to Require Social Media Disclosure From Foreign Visitors

A group of senior United States senators urged the administration to abandon a proposal that would require foreign tourists and short term visitors...

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Myanmar Continues Election Process Under Military Administration

Myanmar has proceeded with additional rounds of voting in its general election under the authority of the military led government, despite ongoing conflict...

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Voting Continues in Myanmar General Election Amid Security Concerns

Myanmar has proceeded with a second phase of voting in its general election under conditions marked by security challenges and political controversy. Authorities...

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United States President Issues Warning as Iran Restricts Internet Access During Protests

The President of the United States issued a public warning to Iranian authorities following reports that internet access and digital communication channels were...

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Major Immigration Protests Spread Across United States Cities

Large scale demonstrations have taken place across multiple cities in the United States in response to recent immigration enforcement actions that have sparked...

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Internet Disruptions in Iran Affect Connectivity During Peak Protest Period

Extensive internet and mobile communication disruptions have been reported across several Iranian provinces during peak periods of protest activity. Monitoring organizations tracking global...

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United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Announces Large Scale Funding Appeal

The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights has announced a large scale funding appeal to support monitoring missions, investigative mechanisms, and advocacy...

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U.S. Lawmakers Examine Rising Global Threats to Religious Freedom

United States lawmakers have convened a House hearing to examine rising threats to religious freedom across multiple regions and to assess policy responses....