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In a striking shift, North Korea openly acknowledged imprisoning citizens for political crimes and carrying out public executions during a fierce UN human rights review session. The rare admissions, which aimed to frame the abuses as non-arbitrary, included: • Justifying harsh penalties for unapproved media as necessary to protect "national sovereignty" • Confirming imprisonment for "anti-state offenses" despite denying political prison camps • Admitting to public executions for "extremely serious crimes" based on certain criteria The DPRK's attempts to address its international image by referencing UN standards and outlining new detainee rights laws offer a glimpse into the regime's concern for global perception, even as the UPR process lacks enforcement mechanisms. For an in-depth look at North Korea's acknowledgment of human rights abuses and the implications for engagement with the regime, read our full analysis: https://lnkd.in/gBsTGeBQ

South Korea faces a defining moment as President Yoon Suk Yeol battles impeachment and criminal charges, including allegations of insurrection. Stripped of presidential duties after declaring martial law, Yoon's defiance of summonses has escalated the crisis. As the Constitutional Court reviews the impeachment motion, the resolution of this case will profoundly impact South Korea's political stability and democratic integrity. The international community is closely monitoring this critical period. #Leadership #Governance #SouthKorea #PoliticalCrisis Read More: https://lnkd.in/gT4_EP3Y

Cities for CEDAW applauds the political courage of these countries in pursuing claims under #CEDAW based on the Taliban's #genderapartheid in Afghanistan. Pursuant to CEDAW Article 29, such claims could lead to proceedings before the International Court of Justice (notably, on which renowned feminist international law scholar Hilary Charlesworth now sits). For more information on this strategy, please refer to the Open Society Justice Initiative's foundational research here: https://lnkd.in/e9RcWaBV. Question to consider: How might this inaugural use of CEDAW's interstate complaint procedure impact the U.S.'s calculus in deciding whether to finally ratify the treaty?

South Korea's Democracy Stands Strong 🇰🇷 In a remarkable display of democratic resilience, South Korea just showed the world how institutional checks and balances truly work. President Yoon Suk Yeol attempted to impose martial law, but the National Assembly swiftly and unanimously blocked this move. Within hours, the President not only withdrew the martial law but publicly committed to respecting the legislative body's decision. This moment is a powerful reminder that democratic institutions matter. When lawmakers unite with a clear, principled stance, they can prevent potential authoritarian overreach. Have you ever witnessed a moment where democratic principles triumphed over potential power consolidation? 🤔 Key questions to ponder: - What makes democratic systems resilient? - How do checks and balances protect citizens' rights? - Why is legislative unity crucial in protecting democracy? These are the moments that restore faith in democratic processes and show that collective action can protect fundamental freedoms. #Democracy #SouthKorea #PoliticalResilience #GlobalPolitics #LegislativeAction #CivicEngagement #GlobalNews

An in-depth look at the severe repression and human rights abuses in North Korea under Kim Jong-Un. The UN's findings highlight a regime that prioritizes control over the fundamental freedoms of its citizens. Discover the full story. #NorthKorea #HumanRights #Kyohwaso #ATNNews #AhmedFathi https://lnkd.in/ebRABVj4

Asking for Indigenous Attorney I think if I ask you about the Vietnam war that looks like the water off a duck’s back which is why the United States has violated criminal to Article Third of the United States Constitution to let the United States has been building up the invasion and subversion wars in the world like Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, and so on. So, no American Foreign Service Association and jurisprudences struggled for justice in the United States when the United States and Congress abused the mighty to rob a few foreign nations. However, they use their Constitution to fight against the American political opposites to look like Ex-president Trump. Therefore, if you are the best attorney, you should review the Vietnam War which is why the United States and Congress have been distorted their Constitution to let them deprive the right to life of foreign people when they have never terrorized to the United States which is why the United States has been terrorizing for innocent people of the world. Bright Quang.

this is excellent news: "The United States Senate 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐮𝐩 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠, slated for April 16, for Mahsa Act, an #Iran sanction bill that Iranian-American activists believed Committee Chairman Senator Cardin was blocking. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐲 𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐫𝐚𝐧. The bipartisan Mahsa Amini Human rights and Security Accountability Act (#MAHSAAct) passed the House of Representatives with overwhelming majority in September 2023, but has not yet been moved forward for a vote in the Senate." - via IranInternational Europe needs to follow. #ForeignPolicy #Außenpolitik #Sicherheitspolitik #Systemwettbewerb #WomenLifeFreedom #IranRevolution

WHITE PAPER “PROTECTING CHILDREN FROM FORCED DISPLACEMENT AND DEPORTATION”  INTERNATIONAL COALITION FOR THE RETURN OF UKRAINIAN CHILDREN The White Paper is a response to the increasing need for international action and legal accountability concerning Russia’s violations of children's rights during its ongoing war against Ukraine. The document developed through the international specialists’ expertise. It is reinforcing global legal frameworks to secure the return of Ukrainian children abducted by Russia and necessary supports for their recovery and reintegration. #StandWithUkraine #UkraineCrisis #UkraineRelief #HelpUkraine #UkraineHumanitarian #UkraineSupport www.bringkidsback.org.ua

Martial Law in South Korea: A Pivotal Moment for Democracy? South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol has declared emergency martial law, citing threats to national security and political stability. This rare move, unseen since 1987, grants the military authority over civil affairs, curtails liberties, and imposes curfews. While supporters argue it is necessary to safeguard democracy, critics fear potential abuse of power amid political tensions with the opposition. This moment marks a crucial test for South Korea's democratic resilience. How can nations balance security and freedom in such high-stakes scenarios? Let’s discuss.

Political drama escalates in South Korea as acting president Han Duck-soo faces impeachment! Opposition lawmakers push back against his controversial decisions. Stay tuned for the latest! 🇰🇷⚖️ #BreakingNewsUK #LatestHeadlinesUS #USTopStoriesToday #EmergencyResponseUpdates #GlobalNewsTrends #UKInvestigationsNews #USLiveUpdates #NewsNowUKUS #SouthKoreaPolitics #HanDuckSoo #ImpeachmentMotion #MartialLawControversy #PoliticalCrisis #ConstitutionalCourt #AsianPolitics #PowerStruggle #OppositionMajority #DemocracyInAction #PoliticalStrife [South Korea politics, Han Duck-soo impeachment, acting president crisis, impeachment motion, martial law controversy, political strife South Korea, Constitutional Court news, Korean government turmoil, breaking news UK, latest headlines US, global news trends, emergency response updates, opposition majority, Asian politics updates, power struggle Korea]