Topic: Sarah Leah Whitson
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Iraqi government takes 10 TV stations off the air for 'incitement'
Iraqi authorities accused the stations of stoking conflict with their coverage of a violent Army crackdown on an antigovernment sit-in. Some see a worrying crackdown on free speech.
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Terrorism & Security UN Security Council poised to threaten Syria's Assad - with Russia's blessing
The United Nations Security Council secured Russia's critical backing yesterday for a statement backing envoy Kofi Annan's peacemaking plan. The step marks a distinct shift in Russia's stance.
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Atrocities and lack of supplies strain Tripoli (VIDEO)
In Tripoli, human rights workers and locals are uncovering evidence of mass killings by Muammar Qaddafi's retreating army. Meanwhile, water distribution and other basic services are in disarray.
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On free speech, Israel and Iraq draw closer together
Common ground for two very different nations found by Human Rights Watch.
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An Arab Spring ... for the Kurds?
Not if the Kurdish leadership can help it.
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If Obama opposes Israeli settlement activity, why did US veto UN vote?
A United Nations resolution condemning Israeli settlements, which the US vetoed Friday, put the US in a difficult position at a time when Arabs are rallying for freedom and democracy.
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'Day of Rage' brings Libya protest deaths to at least 24, says human rights group
'Day of Rage' protests in Libya yesterday have increased pressure on Muammar Qaddafi, the Arab world's longest-ruling dictator, with funerals today potentially serving as a catalyst for more violence.
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UN General Assembly to take up Goldstone report on Gaza war crimes
Allegations of war crimes by Israel and Hamas in Gaza last winter, outlined in Goldstone report, come before the UN General Assembly on Wednesday.
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Egypt detains Facebook activists – again
Last week, police arrested Ahmed Maher and about 14 other online critics who had organized through the social networking website.
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