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ECHR building in Strasbourg with lawyers exiting after rejection of Catalan leaders' detention review appeal.

Strasbourg rejects review of ruling upholding pre-trial detention of Junqueras, Turull and Sànchez

23 Mwezi wa tatu, 2026 Imeripotiwa na AI Picha iliyoundwa na AI

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) rejected on Monday the request by Oriol Junqueras, Jordi Turull and Jordi Sànchez for the Grand Chamber to review the November 2025 ruling upholding their pre-trial detention over the Catalan independence process. A panel of five judges denied the review, making the decision final and confirming no political motivations in their imprisonment. It rules that Spain did not violate their political rights or freedom of expression.

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Wanaharakati wameitaka Tume ya KNCHR kuwa na uwazi katika mchakato wa fidia kwa waathiriwa wa maandamano ya Gen Z ya 2024 na 2025. Wamependekeza kuongeza siku za kukusanya data kutoka 60 hadi 90, na kuonya dhidi ya kuingiliwa na wanasiasa. Wanasema bajeti ya Sh2 bilioni haitoshi.

European foreign ministers warn Israel against death penalty reinstatement

29 Mwezi wa tatu, 2026 Imeripotiwa na 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.

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Mpf probes torture allegations in globo's bbb 26

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.

Canada examines humanitarian crisis in Cuba

27 Mwezi wa pili, 2026 Imeripotiwa na 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.

Court acquits Claudio Crespo in Gustavo Gatica case invoking Naín-Retamal law

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.

Man detained for shooting at police receives social outbreak pension

13 Mwezi wa kwanza, 2026 Imeripotiwa na 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.

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