TEHRAN (Tasnim) - The Iranian Judiciary executed two armed members of the terrorist Mujahedin-e-Khalq Organization (MKO) who were convicted of carrying out multiple terrorist attacks, including assaults on sensitive government sites in Tehran.
An Iranian man whose viral plea for Donald Trump’s help drew millions of views says he was forced to flee the country after being targeted by the Revolutionary Guard, warning from exile that negotiating with Tehran would allow its repression to continue.
US says Israel free to set laws after death penalty act for Palestinians passed The United States said it respects Israel’s right to determine its own laws after the Israeli parliament approved legislation allowing the execution of Palestinians convicted of deadly attacks. “The United States respects Israel’s sovereign right to determine its own laws and penalties for individuals convicted of terrorism,” a State Department spokesperson told AFP. “We trust that any such measures will be carried out with a fair trial and respect for all applicable fair trial guarantees and protections.
Sundus al-Kurd was separated from her new-born when Shifa hospital was evacuated more than two years ago during the Gaza war.
'It's a prison': Afghans stranded in US camp in Qatar exposed to Iranian strikes Submitted by Yasmine El-Sabawi on Mon, 03/30/2026 - 16:29 Camp As Sayliyah is set to close as a transit hub for vetted Afghans, but the US has not informed them where they're going An image taken earlier this month by an Afghan asylee shows the concrete 'bunkers' that the US military installed at Camp As Sayliyah in Qatar to shield residents from missile interceptions occurring overhead, due to the US-Israeli war on Iran (Supplied) Off Behnaz Jamshidi has packed her bags again, despite not receiving explicit guidance to get ready. She has no idea what is going to happen to her and her family, or where they will end up, but she knows it won't be the US. The 28-year-old Afghan mother has been at Camp As Sayliyah (Cas) in the Qatari desert for a year and four months.
Israeli authorities must urgently repeal legislative amendments expanding Israel’s use of the death penalty, adopted today with a majority of 62 Knesset members, said Amnesty international. “Today, Israel’s parliament, the Knesset, adopted the first in what threatens to be a series of laws facilitating the use of the death penalty, in a public display of […] The post Israel/OPT: Newly adopted death penalty law must be repealed appeared first on Amnesty International .
Israeli Knesset passes law to execute Palestinians for 'acts of terrorism' Submitted by MEE staff on Mon, 03/30/2026 - 19:52 Law makes death penalty the default sentence for Palestinians for killings that come under 'acts of terrorism' Israeli soldiers patrol a street during a military operation in the Askar refugee camp in eastern Nablus, occupied West Bank, on 2 March 2026 (Jaafar Ashtiyeh/AFP) Off The Israeli Knesset passed on Monday a death penalty law targeting Palestinians , in a move condemned by human rights organisations. The legislation establishes two separate pathways for the death penalty based on national identity. The law makes the death penalty the default sentence for Palestinians in the occupied West Bank who are tried in military courts.
Palestine Action hunger striker arrested in dawn raid by masked police Submitted by Katherine Hearst on Mon, 03/30/2026 - 14:32 Campaigners report that 21-year-old Qesser Zuhrah's arrest came after she posted an Instagram story calling for 'direct action' Qesser Zuhrah went 46 days without food to protest her detention conditions while held on remand for 15 months (handout) Off A former Palestine Action-linked prisoner has been arrested under the Terrorism Act by masked police in a dawn raid on her home, weeks after she was released on bail. Footage circulated online appeared to show 21-year-old Qesser Zuhrah, who had recently been granted bail after spending 15 months on remand, being arrested at her home by police officers at around 6:30am on Monday morning. In the footage, a masked officer informs her that she is being arrested under Section 44 of the Serious Crimes Act, the offence of encouraging others to commit crimes, and Section 1 of the Terrorism Act, encouraging others to commit an act of terrorism.
'Inhumane and degrading': Israel set to approve death penalty for Palestinians Submitted by Fayha Shalash on Mon, 03/30/2026 - 12:29 Lawmakers to vote on bill condemned by European states and rights groups as discriminatory and unlawful A prison guard stands outside Ofer military prison, located between Ramallah and Beitunia in the occupied West Bank, on 19 January 2025 (AFP/Jalaa Marey) Off Israel 's parliament, the Knesset, is set to vote on Monday on the final readings of a bill that would allow the death penalty for Palestinian prisoners convicted of "terrorism". The legislation has drawn criticism for violating the right to life and for its potentially discriminatory application, with Palestinians facing execution while Jewish offenders likely receiving prison sentences for similar crimes. On Sunday, the foreign ministers of Germany, France, Italy and the United Kingdom urged Israeli authorities to "abandon" the vote.
Speaking ahead of the public hearings on the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No 3) Bill, 2026, Amnesty International’s Deputy Regional Director, for East and Southern Africa, Vongai Chikwanda, said: “Amnesty International urges the Zimbabwean authorities to guarantee, without discrimination, the rights to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly during the upcoming public hearings. “Restriction of […] The post Zimbabwe: Authorities must guarantee free expression and safety ahead of public hearings. appeared first on Amnesty International .
UAE arrests dozens of British citizens over online posts during Iran war Submitted by Imran Mulla on Mon, 03/30/2026 - 13:00 The government has launched a major crackdown on social media posts and videos depicting Iranian missile attacks UAE Vice President and Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attends the Dubai World Cup horse race in Dubai on 28 March 2026 (AFP) Off Dozens of British citizens have been jailed in the United Arab Emirates as the country clamps down on social media activity over the Iran war . Advocacy group Detained in Dubai released a report on Sunday documenting "widespread arrests, detention, and prosecution of residents, tourists, workers, and students of multiple nationalities". The UAE's global image as a safe, tax-free business hub and holiday destination has been shattered in the past month, as buildings - including Dubai's airport and the iconic Fairmont hotel on Palm Jumeirah - have been hit by Iranian missiles and drones.
Asking the softly spoken, veteran humanitarian worker Philippe Lazzarini how he feels as he comes to the end of his second term as the head of the UN agency for Palestinians, UNRWA, is perhaps an unfair question.
West Jerusalem was criticized for blocking access to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre on Palm Sunday Israel has allowed limited access to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem following widespread international criticism over blocking access to Christianity's holiest site.
Spain summons Israeli envoy over Latin Patriarch's church access Spain on Monday summoned Israel's top envoy to Madrid in protest over Israeli police blocking the Latin Patriarch from Christianity's holiest site in Jerusalem, the foreign minister said. "This cannot happen again, Catholic worship must be able to be celebrated normally," Jose Manuel Albares told RAC1 radio after Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa was prevented from holding Palm Sunday mass at the Holy Sepulchre church. Israeli police said on Monday that they reached an agreement with Christian leaders to allow limited prayer at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre following criticism over earlier restrictions.
By Nciko wa Nciko Madagascar’s youth-led uprising promised a break from corruption and exclusion, but six months after the military takeover, repression and political consolidation have replaced reform. As the junta tightens control while preparing for elections, the risk is growing that democratic transition will serve only to legitimise a more entrenched form of authoritarian […] The post From Gen Z revolt to junta control, Madagascar’s promise of change is slipping away appeared first on Amnesty International .
Israel to allow 'limited prayer' at Holy Sepulchre after outrage Israeli police said they reached an agreement with Christian leaders to allow limited prayer at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre following criticism over earlier restrictions. The arrangement was reached after talks between police officials and representatives of the Latin Patriarchate, with authorities saying all Christian denominations will be able to worship under a new framework during the ongoing conflict. Details of the agreement are expected to be finalised after further discussions with church representatives, police said.
Millions of football fans attending the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the USA risk coming face to face with troubling attacks on human rights, not least those stemming from abusive and deadly US immigration policies, Amnesty International said today. The human rights organization warned that severe restrictions on freedom of expression […] The post Global: FIFA and World Cup hosts must prevent tournament becoming a threat to fans and communities appeared first on Amnesty International .
Leh (Ladakh) [India], March 30 (ANI): Several people in Leh have come forward to contribute money, precious metals, jewellery and other valuable items to help residents in Iran amid the West Asia conflict. A child also broke her 'gullak' (piggy bank) to contribute to the relief efforts in the meantime.
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 30 (ANI): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (local time) said he had instructed relevant Israeli authorities to grant 'full and immediate access' to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre to the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, after Israeli police blocked their entry ahead of Palm Sunday services at the holy site.
Spain’s PM condemns Israel blocking Latin Patriarch at holy site Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has condemned Israel after authorities blocked the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem from leading Palm Sunday Mass at one of Christianity’s holiest sites. Sanchez said the move amounted to a direct violation of religious freedom after Benjamin Netanyahu’s government prevented worshippers from marking the occasion. "Netanyahu has prevented Catholics from celebrating Palm Sunday at the holy sites in Jerusalem," he posted on X.
