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” The ICC’s move has been welcomed by human rights groups and Rohingya activists, who have long called for accountability for the atrocities committed against them. It demonstrates that evidence matters and that those responsible for atrocities will be held accountable.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

During his visit to Bangladesh, the High Commissioner for Human Rights highlighted the need for accountability. This would help ensure justice and accountability regarding the violence civilians in Bangladesh faced. ” Furthermore, during his speech, Türk emphasized this would be the moment for reforms. .”

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MARCH 16, 2025

The post More than 100,000 protest in Serbia capital demanding accountability for railway collapse victims appeared first on JURIST - News.

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DECEMBER 23, 2024

He underscored the foresight of Indias constitution-makers in establishing independent bodies to ensure accountability, fairness, and the separation of powers. Venkataramiah Centennial Memorial Lecture at the National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru.

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DECEMBER 17, 2024

The report underscores that this separation confuses policymakers, peacekeepers, and survivors while diverting resources from comprehensive prevention and accountability efforts. The IPI report identifies significant challenges in holding perpetrators accountable. Recent incidents further illustrate these accountability gaps.

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OCTOBER 31, 2024

The commission also recommended Ukraine continue to develop a comprehensive reparations program, address psychosocial needs, ensure a gender-sensitive and survivor-centered accountability process, and harmonize its legislation relating to war crimes with international standards.

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OCTOBER 11, 2024

Amnesty International on Thursday criticized a recent United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC) resolution regarding human rights in Afghanistan, joining other rights groups in claiming that the resolution fails to hold human rights abusers in the country accountable.

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DECEMBER 24, 2024

Chloe Cheung, 19, said on X (formerly Twitter) her advocacy seeks to hold “those responsible for crushing Hong Kong’s civil society” accountable.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2025

The court has delivered landmark rulings, including a 2008 decision holding Niger accountable for failing to protect a citizen from enslavement. HRW urged the authorities of these countries to reconsider their decision to withdraw from ECOWAS and to ensure that their citizens continue to have avenues for accountability.

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DECEMBER 28, 2024

Internationally, there has been mounting pressure to hold the Assad regime accountable for those who have disappeared. The United Nations has documented numerous instances of enforced disappearances and has called for those responsible to be held accountable.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao emphasized the need for accountability, stating that the findings corroborate earlier opposition allegations regarding financial mismanagement during the pandemic. The Karnataka Cabinet has established a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to pursue legal action based on the commission’s recommendations.

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OCTOBER 25, 2024

Louis Circuit Attorney’s Office to issue checks to her from public funds held in the Circuit Attorney’s Office Contingent Fund Account” as reimbursement for Gardner paying court fees and costs against her. Gardner had the funds deposited into her personal bank account and then used them for her own personal expenses.

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JANUARY 9, 2025

The inquiry, which examined classified military records, whistleblower accounts, and survivor testimonies, uncovered a disturbing pattern of behavior that raises serious questions about accountability and the rule of law in armed conflict. Equally significant is the protection of individual rights.

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MARCH 16, 2025

In its statement, HRW highlighted video footage circulating on social media implicating pro-government militias in the killings, raising serious concerns about accountability and civilian protection in a country already grappling with widespread violence and human rights abuses. Despite these calls, impunity remains pervasive.

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NOVEMBER 24, 2024

The Landmine and Cluster Munition Monitor’s 20 November report recorded 1,003 landmine causalities in Myanmar, with civilians accounting for 84% and children accounting for over 32%. UN experts have called for adherence to international law, warning that the situation is dire for Myanmar’s children.

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OCTOBER 14, 2024

The latest news of repression in Venezuela comes off the tail of a further push for accountability from the international community. Last week, the UN Human Rights Council adopted a resolution renewing the mandate of the UN Fact-Finding Mission in Venezuela and the mandate of the OHCHR.

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NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Roger Cox, attorney for the plaintiffs, stated, “This ruling delays urgent action needed to meet global climate goals and holds back efforts to hold major emitters accountable for their environmental impact.” The case has been closely watched as a potential precedent for corporate climate accountability.

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JANUARY 27, 2025

This development marks a significant step in the court’s commitment to judicial ethics, ensuring that the ethical standards governing its judges are transparent, rigorous, and accountable, thereby reinforcing the court’s integrity as an institution.

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JANUARY 16, 2025

The UNSMIL has strongly condemned these actions in their statement, calling for immediate investigation and accountability. The concerned footage has been circulating on social media, showingprisoners enduring extreme forms of violence in what is believed to be an official detention centre.

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JANUARY 11, 2025

The prosecutors contend that these lengthy sentences are necessary to hold the defendants accountable, deter similar conduct in the future, and uphold the integrity of public office. For Daibes, who provided substantial financial contributions to the scheme, they seek a minimum of 9 years imprisonment.

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JANUARY 14, 2025

Hadi Ghaemi, executive director of CHRI, adds: The international community must speak out against the Islamic Republics unlawful punishment of those fighting for justice and accountability.

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JANUARY 11, 2025

The IIJ projects will also be subject to external auditing and regular progress updates to maintain accountability. To ensure transparency, the $50 million allocated for electrification will be managed through a World Bank trust fund, subject to rigorous oversight, auditing, and public reporting.

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FEBRUARY 3, 2025

In its report released in November 2024, HRW recalled justice had not yet been delivered for victims of the 2023 protests in Kenya, as the responsible actors had yet to be held accountable. The post Kenya victims of abduction call for ICC investigation appeared first on JURIST - News.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2025

Last November, State Minister for Finance Henry Musasizi confirmed the hacking of the central bank’s account and the Bank of Uganda said it was awaiting a police investigation into a news report that offshore hackers stole 62 billion Ugandan shillings ($16.8 million) from the central bank.

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MARCH 25, 2025

UK Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs David Lammy said: T he UK government is committed to human rights in Sri Lanka, including seeking accountability for human rights violations and abuses which took place during the civil war, and which continue to have an impact on communities today.

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DECEMBER 31, 2024

This also comes after the European Union implemented stricter rules under the Digital Services Act, requiring platforms to increase transparency and accountability, particularly during elections. Musk, who acquired X in 2022, has faced criticism for his platform’s content moderation policies and his controversial statements.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The case underscores significant legal questions about the accountability of government officials. The EFF argues that the suspension of impeachment proceedings by the ruling ANC-dominated Parliament undermines the principle of accountability and violates constitutional principles.

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Marin McCall | Four questions to ask before launching a social media account for your legal practice. The post Should My Law Firm be on TikTok? 4 Questions to Ask Before Adopting Any Social Media Platform appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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MAY 10, 2025

Head of the RSF South Asia Desk Clia Mercier stated: At a time of extreme military tensions with Pakistan, blocking online media and social media accounts is a dramatic violation of the right to reliable information.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2025

” The retroactive fines will account for the years 2000 to 2018. In December 2024, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed the bill, claiming that the bill is necessary to hold polluters accountable for environmental harm. The leading plaintiff, West Virginia, is one of the leading producers of gas in the United States.

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NOVEMBER 25, 2024

The statement urged the international community to hold the Nicaraguan government accountable by pressing it to restore the separation of powers and comply with its international obligations. They emphasized the importance of upholding fundamental democratic principles to ensure human rights protection.

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DECEMBER 29, 2024

UK leaders, including Defence Secretary John Healey and Foreign Secretary David Lammy, have emphasized the nation’s unwavering resolve to support Ukraine’s defense and accountability procedures.

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MARCH 7, 2025

In Australia, one in five women and one in sixteen men have experienced sexual violence since the age of fifteen. Notably, First Nations women, women with disability and migrant women are disproportionately represented in these statistics, experiencing sexual violence at a much higher rate.

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DECEMBER 28, 2024

The push for legislation protecting whistleblowers in Taiwan has been ongoing for several years, driven by rising public awareness of corruption and the need for greater accountability in both public and private sectors.

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DECEMBER 18, 2024

He said, “Accountability must follow culpability, and we now need cast-iron safeguards to prevent the PSNI from further abuse of covert surveillance powers.” ” Corrigan also called for full disclosure by the PSNI of all instances of its abuse of surveillance powers against journalists and others.

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NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The government continues to justify the law by saying that it will root out corruption from the judiciary and make it accountable to the people directly. Federal judges and magistrates also went on strike against the changes until mid-October.

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DECEMBER 29, 2024

The organization emphasized that children account for the majority of mine victims. According to recent reports, the country is struggling to address the issue, with explosive remnants of war and landmines claiming thousands of victims. “Every day, innocent lives are threatened by the remnants of war,” UNAMA warned.

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