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Belém residents evicted for COP30 luxury rentals

Exclusive investigation reveals how residents of Belém, Brazil are being evicted from their homes to make way for expensive short-term rentals ahead of the COP30 climate conference, raising serious questions about climate justice.

Red Cross Warns of Catastrophic Crisis in Eastern Congo

The International Red Cross sounds the alarm on a severe humanitarian emergency in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with a surge in fighting displacing tens of thousands and overwhelming aid efforts near Goma.

UN: Over 1.7 Million Displaced From Gaza City

New UN figures reveal a devastating humanitarian crisis in Gaza City, with nearly the entire population forced to flee as hostilities escalate. Critical infrastructure lies in ruins.

Cuba's Prison Forced Labour Scandal Exposed

A damning new report uncovers systematic forced labour in Cuban prisons, with inmates compelled to produce lucrative export goods like cigars and charcoal under brutal conditions for the state's profit.

Myanmar Junta Forcibly Recruiting Rohingya Men: UN

Exclusive reports reveal Myanmar's military regime is coercing Rohingya men into its ranks amidst a fierce offensive against ethnic insurgents, raising international alarm over human rights abuses.

Terror Suspect Claims He Was Forced to Join ISIS in Syria

A British terror suspect on trial at the Old Bailey claims he was forced to join ISIS in Syria after being kidnapped. The defence argues he was a victim, not a willing extremist, as the prosecution presents evidence from his electronic devices.

Cyber Slavery Epidemic: Brutal Scam Centres Exposed

Exclusive investigation reveals a shocking rise in forced online fraud, with victims lured by fake job ads and held captive in brutal compounds across Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, and Southeast Asia.

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.

Gaza Exodus: 1.7 Million Displaced as Troops Enter City

Israeli troops advance into Gaza City as the humanitarian crisis deepens, with over 1.7 million Palestinians displaced and critical shortages of food, water, and medicine. The UN warns of a 'code red' emergency as communications blackout hampers aid effor

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.

Israel's Gaza displacement plan sparks panic

Reports of an Israeli proposal to relocate a million Palestinians from Gaza have triggered widespread fear and condemnation, raising concerns over humanitarian and geopolitical consequences.

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.

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