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Activists have urged the KNCHR to ensure transparency in compensating victims of the 2024 and 2025 Gen Z protests. They propose extending data collection from 60 to 90 days and warn against political interference. They argue the Sh2 billion budget is insufficient.

29. mars 2026 Rapportert av AI

Germany, France, Italy and the UK have warned Israel against reinstating the death penalty. The foreign ministers criticize the bill as discriminatory and an inhumane punishment. Israel's parliament will decide on it on Monday.

The Federal Public Prosecutor's Office (MPF) has launched an investigation into possible torture practices in the reality show BBB 26, broadcast by TV Globo. The move follows complaints highlighting risks to participants' physical and psychological integrity. Prosecutor Julio Araujo signed the procedure, emphasizing that editorial freedom does not excuse violations of fundamental rights.

27. februar 2026 Rapportert av AI

Canada's House of Commons Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Development held a special session on February 26, 2026, to address the humanitarian crisis in Cuba, featuring testimony from Cuban activists. The meeting came days after Cuban ambassador Rodrigo Malmierca Díaz appeared, blaming a US 'oil blockade.' Cuban civil society groups urged Canada to push for political change on the island.

Santiago's Fourth Oral Criminal Court unanimously acquitted former Carabineros officer Claudio Crespo for the injuries that blinded Gustavo Gatica during the 2019 social unrest, invoking the Naín-Retamal law to justify legitimate defense. The ruling drew criticism from ruling parties like Frente Amplio and Partido Comunista against the government and Partido Socialista for supporting the law, while President Gabriel Boric defended its backing without intent for impunity. Gatica, now an elected deputy, expressed dissatisfaction and is considering international appeals.

13. januar 2026 Rapportert av AI

A 21-year-old man was detained for shooting at police during the eviction of a large land occupation in San Antonio, injuring two officers. Among those arrested is Bryan Andrés Serrano Godoy, who receives a grace pension for human rights violations during the 2019 social outbreak.