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Amnesty: Iran crackdown involved coordinated killings, torture and sexual assaults during protests
world24 days ago

Amnesty: Iran crackdown involved coordinated killings, torture and sexual assaults during protests

Amnesty International says leaked state documents and interviews show Iranian security forces carried out a coordinated crackdown on the 2022 protests sparked by Mahsa Amini’s death, with 377 protesters and bystanders killed (including 56 children) and 16 people allegedly raped in detention; the report details a command structure and names 87 officials linked to crimes against humanity, linking the crackdown to later actions in January 2026.

Isfahan crackdown escalates as 10 protesters are sentenced to death
world1 month ago

Isfahan crackdown escalates as 10 protesters are sentenced to death

A Revolutionary Court in Isfahan sentenced 10 protesters to death and six others to up to 25 years in prison for January-era demonstrations, in the Isfahan Shohada Square case. The verdicts, which also included charges of assembly, incitement and propaganda, come amid torture allegations and reports of limited access to lawyers, highlighting Iran's widening crackdown on dissent; related executions and Bahá’í property seizures in Isfahan are noted in the broader context.

Iran's Hijab Clash Reignites as Women Defy Enforcement
world1 month ago

Iran's Hijab Clash Reignites as Women Defy Enforcement

Iran is experiencing a renewed push by hardliners to enforce compulsory hijab amid war, economic strain, and security reshuffles, but widespread defiance among women persists. State media report cafe closures for non-compliance while social media showcases unveiled women and motorcycle groups; a tougher 2024 law was halted after intervention by the Supreme National Security Council. Officials and observers note that behavior cannot be changed by force, suggesting hijab enforcement remains uneven as the regime prioritizes other crises.

MLB cracks down on AI-driven calls via dugout iPads, Mets among the implicated
sports2 months ago

MLB cracks down on AI-driven calls via dugout iPads, Mets among the implicated

MLB has banned AI-assisted in-game decision-making on league-issued dugout iPads after findings that several teams, including the Mets, used the devices beyond their intended purpose for substitutions and pitch calls; new rules restrict iPad use to Statcast data and video with delay, with teams given a month to adjust following a June memo and the start of the second half.

Turkey tightens crackdown on dissent as NATO summit approaches in Ankara
world3 months ago

Turkey tightens crackdown on dissent as NATO summit approaches in Ankara

As NATO's summit nears in Ankara, Turkish authorities widen a crackdown on public life, arresting hundreds, jailing a comedian for insults to the president, blocking an LGBTQ+ cruise from docking, and detaining journalists, prompting rights groups to warn of shrinking freedoms of speech and assembly amid ongoing opposition and media repression.

Vietnam tightens crackdown on global counterfeit market despite ongoing demand
world3 months ago

Vietnam tightens crackdown on global counterfeit market despite ongoing demand

Vietnam, long a global hub for counterfeit luxury goods, is intensifying IP enforcement amid international pressure and US concerns, with raids in Ho Chi Minh City and market closures targeting thousands of fakes; authorities aim to boost IP violations busts and curb online piracy, though many locals still rely on affordable knockoffs and sellers continually adapt to evade rules.

Turkish comedian jailed after Erdogan jokes spark crackdown on dissent
world3 months ago

Turkish comedian jailed after Erdogan jokes spark crackdown on dissent

An Istanbul court ordered pre-trial detention for stand-up comedian Deniz Göktaş after complaints over a June routine that mocked President Erdoğan and referenced the Quran; prosecutors accuse him of inciting hatred and insulting the president. The arrest fits a broader Turkish crackdown on dissent, with detentions and media restrictions escalating ahead of NATO summit-related security measures.

Bahrain Detention Death Sparks Outcry Over Gulf Crackdown
world5 months ago

Bahrain Detention Death Sparks Outcry Over Gulf Crackdown

A Bahraini man, Sayed Mohammed Al-Mousawi, disappeared after a Ramadan night out and eight days later his body was returned from detention with extensive injuries; officials say the death was due to cardiopulmonary arrest amid espionage charges, while rights groups allege mistreatment, highlighting a broader Gulf crackdown on dissent and social-media activity and prompting UN calls for an independent investigation into his death and due-process concerns.