European Council lists four individuals and five entities over abusive surveillance

The Council of the European Union has imposed restrictive measures on four individuals and five entities responsible for serious human rights violations in Russia, notably the repression of civil society and democratic opposition, and for undermining democracy and the rule of law.

Human rights violations against Ukrainian prisoners of war

The Council of the European Union has imposed restrictive measures on 15 individuals and one entity responsible for serious human rights violations against Ukrainian prisoners of war and civilian detainees both in the temporarily occupied regions of Ukraine and in Russia.

Saudi Arabia pardons 1,971 Ethiopian prisoners as Death Row concerns persist

Saudi Arabia has granted royal amnesty to exactly 1,971 Ethiopian prisoners following sustained diplomatic efforts by Ethiopia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, allowing the detainees to return home as rights groups raise concerns about other Ethiopian migrants facing execution in the kingdom.