Gaza: Halt Executions
Hamas authorities in the Gaza Strip should urgently act to stop executions of Palestinians accused of providing information to the Israeli military and appropriately punish those behind the executions, Human Rights Watch said. News reports said...
Thousands Expected for Monday's Funeral of Slain Ferguson Teen
People gather on Aug. 24, 2014, at the site where...
Oman Joins Landmine Ban Treaty
Oman joined the international treaty banning antipersonnel landmines on August 20, 2014, Human Rights Watch said. It is the 8th Arab country and 162nd country worldwide to join. The move should encourage the remaining 11 countries in the Middle East...
UN confirms handover of US journalist Peter Theo Curtis
UNDOF peacekeepers patrol Golan Heights.
In Ukraine, UN relief chief pledges support for political, aid, rebuilding efforts
Local volunteers prepare humanitarian aid in the cellar of the Sloviansk public library, Ukraine, which serves...
Ban urges Russia, Ukraine to exercise restraint after aid convoy crosses border
An elderly returnee to Sloviansk, Ukraine, whose house was hit by artillery and needs major repairs...
On Day of Remembrance, UN says triumph over slavery should guide efforts to build culture of tolerance
Shackles used to bind slaves.
Mexico: Investigate All Evidence in Killings of 22 by Soldiers
Mexico should ensure that its investigation into the killing of 22 civilians by soldiers on June 30, 2014, is impartial and effective, and properly considers evidence of wrongful state action.
Saudi Arabia: Surge in Executions
Members of Saudi al-Mujahdeen forces hold up the Saudi Arabia flag during an annual procession near...
Syria: One Year On, No Justice for Chemical Attacks Victims
Justice remains elusive for the victims of the chemical weapons attacks on Ghouta, near Damascus, which killed hundreds of people, Human Rights Watch said, on the anniversary of the August 21, 2013 attacks.
