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Cinema showcases five films that delve into sensitive intelligence issues, revealing secrets that were meant to remain hidden. These works address topics such as torture and illegal surveillance, sparking widespread debate about transparency and accountability.
A Syrian man is on trial in the Netherlands for crimes against humanity, denying all charges and claiming to be a victim of a conspiracy. The accused, a former member of pro-Assad forces, labeled witnesses as liars.
An international human rights report has unveiled serious violations committed by Sudanese military forces, including repression, arbitrary detention, and ethnic targeting of civilians. This reflects a significant deterioration of human rights in the country.
An Indian court in Madurai has sentenced nine police officers to death for the torture and murder of a father and son in June 2020. The incident has reignited outrage in Tamil Nadu and highlighted ongoing issues of torture in detention centers.
The United Nations has reported that Russia is systematically and deliberately torturing prisoners and civilians in Ukraine, raising international concerns about human rights violations in the ongoing conflict.
The 76th Berlin International Film Festival showcased two documentaries highlighting the torture faced by Syrians and Ukrainians in different wars and times, reflecting the suffering of people amid conflicts.
The Palestinian infant, <strong>Jwad Abu Nassar</strong> (18 months), was arrested and tortured by Israeli forces, leading to widespread global sympathy. The incident occurred on <strong>March 19, 2026</strong>, near the Al-Maghazi refugee camp in Gaza.
The death of 32-year-old Bahraini Mohammed Al-Mousawi during his detention has ignited a wave of anger and protests across Bahrain, seen by many as a warning to dissenters. Al-Mousawi was arrested on espionage charges and was found dead with clear signs of torture.
Lee Gyeon-an, a notorious South Korean police officer known for his brutal torture methods, passed away at the age of 88. His death has reignited painful memories of human rights abuses during the military-backed authoritarian regime in South Korea.
A 21-month-old Palestinian child was released after being detained for 10 hours by Israeli forces, showing clear signs of torture, including cigarette burns on his thighs. The child, Jawad Abu Nasser, was held alongside his father, who remains missing.
The General Secretariat of the Islamic Cooperation Organization has welcomed a report by Francesca Albanese, the UN Special Rapporteur on the human rights situation in the occupied Palestinian territories, which documents the use of torture and genocide by the Israeli occupation.
John Kiriakou, a former CIA agent, is seeking a presidential pardon from Donald Trump after serving two years in prison for revealing the agency's torture program. His recent social media presence has made him a prominent figure in the discussion surrounding presidential pardons.
Israeli soldiers tortured 18-month-old Jawad Abu Nassar to pressure his father, leaving the child in a dire state. His family received him in a condition that reflects the ongoing violence in Gaza.
Francesca Albanese, the UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in the occupied Palestinian territories, asserts that the world has effectively given Israel a 'license' to torture Palestinians. This statement was made during her presentation of a report to the UN Human Rights Council.
In a horrifying incident, a child under two years old was tortured by Israeli forces in Gaza, triggering widespread condemnation and highlighting ongoing violations against civilians. This shocking event raises serious questions about the safety of children in conflict zones.