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Cleric charged over forced Nikah ceremony with teen

A Muslim cleric from Westminster faces serious criminal charges for allegedly performing a Nikah marriage ceremony involving two teenagers, one of whom was just 15 years old. The case raises major safeguarding concerns.

UK Gov Launches Honour-Based Abuse Crackdown

The UK government unveils a landmark national framework to combat honour-based abuse, introducing mandatory police training and new support measures for victims.

Forced to marry my cousin at 14: UK woman's story

A British woman bravely shares her traumatic story of being forced into a cousin marriage as a teenager. She reveals the lasting impact and calls for stronger action against this hidden abuse.

UK Govt's 'honour abuse' failure exposed

A damning report reveals systemic failures in protecting victims of 'honour-based' abuse in the UK, with the Home Office accused of breaking its pledge to criminalise forced marriage.

Kmart Australia Faces Legal Action Over Forced Labour Links

Australian retail giant Kmart is under fire as a prominent legal firm launches unprecedented action, alleging the company failed to adequately address modern slavery risks within its supply chain, potentially linking its products to forced labour.

High Court Rules Home Office Asylum Evictions Unlawful

The High Court has delivered a scathing verdict against the Home Office, ruling its policy of evicting asylum seekers from hotels without adequate notice as unlawful. The judgment, a major victory for refugee charities, exposes a 'serious failing' in the

SK leader demands Japan address wartime crimes

Lee Jae-myung, South Korea's opposition leader, has called on Japan to take responsibility for its wartime actions, including forced labour and sexual slavery, amid ongoing diplomatic tensions.

Labour to scrap 'no-fault' evictions

The Labour Party vows to abolish Section 21 evictions, offering greater security for renters in England. Here's what the proposed Renters' Reform Bill means for tenants and landlords.

'Slavemaster' forced migrants to scavenge in bins

A harrowing court case reveals how a so-called 'slavemaster' exploited vulnerable migrants, forcing them to scavenge in bins for food while pocketing their wages. Read the full story.

Israel orders Gaza displacement amid occupation fears

Israeli authorities have issued forced displacement orders in Gaza, raising concerns of a potential full-scale occupation. The move has sparked international condemnation and fears of escalating violence.

US citizens face eviction in West Bank

Several Palestinian families, including US citizens, are being forcibly evicted from their homes in the West Bank by Israeli authorities, sparking international concern.

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