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Bahrain’s Crackdown on Civil Society and Human Rights Defenders

Bahrain’s civil society and human rights defenders have faced increasing challenges in recent years, as [...]

Silencing Dissent Across Borders: The Extradition and Enforced Disappearance of Abdul Rahman al-Qaradawi in the UAE

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has greatly invested in presenting itself as a progressive country, [...]

Owen Haggerty’s Case: What It Reveals About Justice and Human Rights in Bahrain

The recent case of Royal Navy sailor Owen Haggerty, who was imprisoned in Bahrain after [...]

Oman’s New Media Law: A Threat to Press Freedom and Free Expression

Oman’s new Media Law, enacted by Royal Decree 58/2024 on November 10, 2024, has sparked [...]

The Arbitrary Detention of a British National in Saudi Arabia: How the Country’s Anti-Terrorism Laws Clash with the Image It Wants to Give the World

Saudi Arabia has been making a strict application of two particular laws: the Anti-Cybercrimes Law [...]

A Voice for the Voiceless: Advocating for Yemeni Refugees’ Rights in Jordan

Introduction Jordan has long been recognized as a major host country for refugees, absorbing waves [...]

Political Dissent in Saudi Arabia: The Cost of Criticizing the Government

In Saudi Arabia, political dissent carries severe repercussions, with the government employing a range of [...]

Increased Sexual Violence and Child Marriage Due to Instability in Yemen

Yemen, a country devastated by years of conflict, is facing a catastrophic humanitarian crisis, with [...]

Women in Yemen Battling Online Gender-Based Violence

In Yemen, women have long faced systemic discrimination, exacerbated by the effects of cultural restrictions [...]

Discrimination Against Yemeni Refugees in Jordan: A Hidden Crisis

Jordan has long been a significant host country for refugees, housing large numbers of Palestinians, [...]

Barriers to Freedom of Movement: The Impact of the Mahram System on Yemeni Women’s Rights

Discrimination against women in Yemen is pervasive and deeply rooted in both societal norms and [...]

Saudi Arabia’s Strategic Investment in Tennis: Sportswashing and Human Rights Concerns

In recent years, Saudi Arabia has made significant investments in global sports, using high-profile tournaments [...]

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