Houthis turn African migrants into unwilling fighters

Human Rights 2024-12-03

Houthis turn African migrants into unwilling fighters

The Iran-backed militia has been preying on the vulnerability and desperation of migrants seeking refuge in Yemen to recruit them into its ranks.

Hizbullah accused of ensnaring women in sex trafficking rings

Human Rights 2024-11-14

Hizbullah accused of ensnaring women in sex trafficking rings

The party's actions have transformed it into a transnational criminal gang that engages in the sexual exploitation and subjugation of women.

Russian presence unwelcome in Syria's al-Hasakeh province

Human Rights 2024-09-09

Russian presence unwelcome in Syria's al-Hasakeh province

Russian forces' violent treatment of civilians taking part in a recent protest in northern Syria underscores their track record of cruelty.

Deir Ezzor children coerced into joining IRGC militias

Human Rights 2024-09-03

Deir Ezzor children coerced into joining IRGC militias

The children undergo physical and military training that includes the planting of explosive devices and the use of machine guns and artillery.

UN warns of violence against aid workers following Houthis' wave of violations

Human Rights 2024-08-27

UN warns of violence against aid workers following Houthis' wave of violations

The Houthis' recent attack on the UN Human Rights Office in Sanaa and their abduction of civilian aid workers increase the suffering in Yemen.

Al-Hol repatriations gain momentum with Iraqi, Kyrgyz returnees

Human Rights 2024-07-31

Al-Hol repatriations gain momentum with Iraqi, Kyrgyz returnees

Iraq and Kyrgyzstan recently brought some of their citizens home from the Kurdish-run camp in Syria where ISIS families are interned.

US delivered nearly 10,000 tons of humanitarian aid to Gaza

Human Rights 2024-07-15

US delivered nearly 10,000 tons of humanitarian aid to Gaza

Via multiple means and in partnership with allies and non-profit organizations, the US military has helped ease the humanitarian crisis since the start of the conflict.

Aid flow resumes via Gaza pier amid flurry of disinformation

Human Rights 2024-06-17

Aid flow resumes via Gaza pier amid flurry of disinformation

Disinformation has flooded social media with the intent of discrediting US aid efforts, while misinformation about food supplies has worsened the humanitarian situation in Gaza.

Bleak future for Russia in the Middle East: analysts

Human Rights 2024-06-13

Bleak future for Russia in the Middle East: analysts

The Middle East is no longer a top priority for Russia, which is losing respect in the region due to its unsavory alliances and the criminal actions of its generals.

ISIS offspring held in Syria camps need urgent repatriation

Human Rights 2024-06-08

ISIS offspring held in Syria camps need urgent repatriation

Prolonged camp stays are disastrous for children, humanitarian organizations say, with older ones at risk of being transferred to detention centers.