Middle East/North Africa
June 6, 2023
Iraq: Political Infighting Blocking Reconstruction of Sinjar
The reconstruction of the Sinjar district in northern Iraq, which was heavily damaged in the fight against the Islamic State (ISIS), is being held up by a political dispute over its administration.
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Terrorism / Counterterrorism
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Iraq: Compensation for ISIS Victims Too Little, Too Late
Reparations Key to Returning Thousands of Displaced Yazidis, Others
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Iraq: Political Infighting Blocking Reconstruction of Sinjar
Funds for Essential Services Held Up, Returns Hindered
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COP28: Climate Talks Should Ensure Fossil Fuel Phaseout
In Bonn, Ahead of COP28, Confront UAE on Oil, Rights
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Saudi Arabia Executes Two Shi’a Bahrainis on Terrorism Charges
Rights Groups Call Trial Grossly Unfair
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Gulf States: Migrant Workers at Serious Risk from Dangerous Heat
Existing Protections Woefully Inadequate in Warming Climate
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Saudi Arabia: Microsoft Should Suspend Data Center Plans
Demonstrate Protection for Human Rights or Suspend Investment
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UAE Invites Syrian President Bashar al-Assad to COP28
Syrian Government Officials Should be Investigated for Crimes Against Humanity
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