Middle East

Sudanese women fleeing civil war face rape and abuse in Libya

Sudanese women fleeing civil war face rape and abuse in Libya

Sudanese refugees fleeing war face abuse in Libya. Traffickers exploit them, & violence is common, including sexual assault in detention.

Libyan police chief arrested in Italy for alleged war crimes - reports

Libyan police chief arrested in Italy for alleged war crimes - reports

Libyan judicial police head, Osama al-Najim, was arrested in Italy on ICC war crimes charges. He is accused of abuses at Tripoli's Mitiga detention center.

Turks favour Trump over Biden in a new poll

Turks favour Trump over Biden in a new poll

Turkish poll shows optimism for Trump's return, dissatisfaction with Biden. Most see no major change in US-Turkey relations under Trump. PKK/YPG support is top concern.

'Shambles': London's Met Police chief accused of bias after addressing pro-Israel group

'Shambles': London's Met Police chief accused of bias after addressing pro-Israel group

London police imposed unprecedented restrictions on a pro-Palestine rally, leading to 77 arrests and criticism over impartiality after meeting with pro-Israel groups.

Saif al-Islam Gaddafi says was involved in Libyan financing of Sarkozy's election

Saif al-Islam Gaddafi says was involved in Libyan financing of Sarkozy's election

Gaddafi's son claims Sarkozy took $5M from Libya for 2007 campaign, promised benefits, like ending legal cases. Sarkozy denies, trial ongoing.

After Gaza ceasefire, rights group urge Sisi to release pro-Palestine protesters

After Gaza ceasefire, rights group urge Sisi to release pro-Palestine protesters

Egypt HR org calls for release of 129 detained, incl. 2 minors, for pro-Palestine protests. Detentions contradict Sisi's support for Palestine.