Cuban lawmakers on Sunday approved a new penal code for the country that is being critiqued by some rights groups who say its clause on foreign funding may be used to unjustly stifle dissent and independent journalism in the wake of widespread anti-government protests last July. The government said the new code, which replaces a … Read more
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres welcomed the creation of a new Lebanon government that was made yesterday. General Antonio Guterres is likely to coordinate the new prime minister to deal with the economic crisis in the country. Guterres’ spokesperson stated that the United Nations has pledged to support “Lebanon’s strengthening of its sovereignty, stability, and political … Read more
Anti-government demonstrations have resumed in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, 2 people killed and more than 200 were injured. According to details, police fired live ammunition and volleys of tear gas canisters to disperse the protesters, which worsened the condition of several people. Police officials said, the protesters turned towards the government offices which led to … Read more
Tens of thousands of demonstrators have gathered on streets of Lebanon for a fifth day of anti-government protests. According to Arab media, the demonstrators are demanding a sweeping overhaul of Lebanon’s political system, citing grievances ranging from austerity measures to poor infrastructure. The latest unrest was sparked by anger over the rising cost of living … Read more
With secret satellites, pricey messages abroad and clandestine file transfers, young Iraqis are circumventing an internet blackout aimed at stifling bloody protests for six days in the capital and beyond. The United Nations is urging authorities in Iraq to allow citizens to exercise their right to freedom of expression after the security forces opened fire … Read more
