Tory ECHR exit would create 'outlaw state' - Labour
Shadow justice secretary Shabana Mahmood condemns Conservative proposals to leave ECHR as BBC analysis reveals UK would join Belarus as only European nation outside convention.
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Albanian drug dealer wins prison human rights case
Convicted Albanian drug dealer wins human rights case against Italian prison conditions while Britain faces criticism for failed deportation. Exclusive details reveal the legal loopholes exploited in this controversial international case.
Major Earthquake Rocks Northern Afghanistan - Footage Emerges
Newly released video shows the devastating aftermath of a major earthquake striking northern Afghanistan, with rescue efforts underway amid collapsed buildings and widespread damage.
6.3 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Afghanistan - Multiple Fatalities
A devastating 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck western Afghanistan near the Hindu Kush mountains, causing significant damage and multiple casualties according to latest reports.
6.3 Quake Kills 20 in Afghanistan
A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, claiming at least 20 lives and leaving hundreds more injured as rescue teams race against time in the devastated region.
Afghanistan's Blue Mosque damaged in devastating earthquake
A powerful earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, causing significant damage to the iconic Blue Mosque in Herat and resulting in numerous casualties as rescue efforts continue.
Afghanistan earthquake damages historic Blue Mosque
A powerful 4.7 magnitude earthquake strikes northern Afghanistan, causing panic and damage near the historic Blue Mosque. Emergency services rush to assess structural damage as aftershocks continue.
Afghanistan beat Zimbabwe in T20 series opener
Afghanistan dominate Zimbabwe with a six-wicket victory in the first T20 international, showcasing their rising cricket prowess on the global stage.
EU funds linked to Cameroon human rights abuses
Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch expose how European Union funds are allegedly supporting Cameroonian security forces accused of human rights abuses.
War widow's anguish as Taliban retakes Afghanistan
Christina Schmid, widow of fallen soldier Olaf Schmid, speaks out as Taliban retakes Afghanistan, questioning the sacrifice of 457 British lives in the 20-year conflict.
McVey: Prisoners should never get vote
Cabinet Office Minister Esther McVey faces backlash after announcing legislation to permanently ban prisoners from voting, defying European Court rulings and igniting human rights debates.
Taliban executes thief publicly, hangs corpse on tank
Shocking footage emerges of Taliban forces executing a suspected thief by firing squad and displaying his body on a tank in Herat, prompting human rights groups to demand an end to capital punishment under the new regime.
Afghanistan thrashes Zimbabwe in T20 series opener
Afghanistan's cricket team delivers commanding performance against Zimbabwe in first T20 international, securing comprehensive victory despite ongoing political challenges back home.
Taliban publicly executes man for murder of pregnant woman
Shocking public execution carried out by Taliban in Afghanistan as man is shot three times before crowd as punishment for murdering heavily pregnant woman in brutal retaliatory justice system.
Colombia court protects Afro-indigenous community in Bogotá
In a historic decision, Colombia's highest court has intervened to protect the ancestral rights of an Afro-indigenous community facing displacement from their spiritual heartland in the nation's capital.
Labour vows to scrap controversial EHRC equality guidance
Shadow Justice Secretary announces sweeping reforms to equality and human rights protections, targeting government's contentious EHRC guidance for immediate revocation.
Taliban official courts India in Delhi amid rights crisis
Senior Taliban official Muttaqi makes strategic visit to Delhi, seeking deeper ties with India while Afghanistan's women face escalating restrictions under fundamentalist rule.
Pakistan strikes Afghanistan after border attack kills soldiers
Tensions escalate as Pakistan launches retaliatory airstrikes targeting militant positions in Afghanistan, following a cross-border assault that claimed the lives of seven Pakistani troops. The Taliban confirms civilian casualties amid rising regional ins
Taliban foreign minister visits India for bilateral talks
In a significant diplomatic move, Taliban's acting foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi visits India for bilateral talks, while the regime faces international condemnation over its treatment of women and journalists.
UK issues urgent Kabul travel warning amid Covid crisis
British officials warn against all but essential travel to Kabul as Afghanistan faces dual crisis of political instability and surging coronavirus infections. Flights to India also affected.
Aziz Ansari Saudi show sparks HRW donation return
Human Rights Watch returns donation from comedian Aziz Ansari following his controversial performance at Saudi Arabia's Riyadh comedy festival, raising questions about entertainment and human rights.
Badenoch attacks Human Rights Act in Tory speech
Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch launches blistering attack on Human Rights Act, vowing to prevent 'foreign courts' from dictating UK policy in explosive Conservative conference address.
Badenoch suggests UK could ignore ECHR in Northern Ireland
Cabinet minister Kemi Badenoch faces backlash after suggesting the UK government could disregard European Court of Human Rights rulings in Northern Ireland, drawing sharp criticism from Sinn Féin and raising constitutional concerns.
Tory Ministers Launch Attack on Human Rights Convention
Senior Conservatives launch explosive attack on European human rights rules, exposing deep party divisions over Britain's legal sovereignty and immigration policy.
Scottish Labour members revolt over ECHR stance
Scottish Labour members revolt against leadership's European human rights position, creating political turmoil ahead of potential government role
Badenoch: UK should leave ECHR if Rwanda flights blocked
Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch declares Britain must be prepared to exit European human rights framework if it continues blocking Rwanda deportation flights, signalling major policy shift.
Afghan judge fears Taliban revenge on family
A pioneering former Afghan judge who shattered glass ceilings reveals her terror as Taliban death threats target her family left behind after she found sanctuary in Australia.
Badenoch: UK must quit European human rights convention
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch launches explosive attack on European Convention on Human Rights, signalling potential UK withdrawal in major Tory conference speech that sets battle lines for next election.
Farage demands UK quit ECHR as Tories clash
Nigel Farage has thrown down the gauntlet to Rishi Sunak, demanding the UK withdraw from the European Convention on Human Rights as Conservative ministers publicly disagree over the controversial move.
Badenoch: UK must be ready to leave ECHR
Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch warns Britain should prepare to exit European human rights court if it continues blocking Rwanda deportations, in exclusive interview.
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