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Islamic law and human rights: do they mix? (part II)

Muslim jurists can interpret Islamic law in a way that is consistent with international human rights law. Militants of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria have raised concern over the impact of a conservative interpretation of the Sharia (i.e. Islamic law). The jihadist group, which grew out of Al Qaeda in Iraq, proclaims itself […]

UN chief defends idea of two African seats at Security Council

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres reiterated his call for a reform of the UN Security Council that would give two seats to the African continent. Speaking in Addis Ababa in the headquarters of the African Union, Guterres said Installing “two African members as permanent members of the Security Council” is essential for reform. Guterres stressed […]

UNHRC Blasts Algeria, Polisario for Code of Silence Imposed to Victims of Violations

The UN Human Rights Committee on Thursday denounced the retaliation practices used by Algerian authorities against the victims of human rights abuses to force them not to denounce their abusers. “International obligations require Algeria to protect and support victims and witnesses of human rights violations,” said an expert of the committee during the review of […]