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The myth of Moscow’s alleged economic over-reliance on Beijing
The real reasons for UK’s sanctions against Lankan military top brass
The sanctioning, fifteen years after the Sri Lankan war ended, came as a surprise because there was no immediate provocation for it. In the last decade and a half, the atmosphere had cooled
UK’s sanctions and double standards
Critics point out that the UK and other Western nations often overlook similar or worse violations committed by their allies.
Role of UK domestic politics in sanctions against Lankan military top brass
Ethnic groups, including Sri Lankan Tamils, have become a critical factor in deciding electoral fortunes in the UK
UK sanctions – unilateral actions only complicate reconciliation process, says Sri Lanka
Three top Sri Lankan military chiefs were among four sanctioned for alleged human rights violations
No education for Afghan girls above Grade Six
The European Union, the British Embassy in Kabul, and Malala Yousafzai protest .
UK sanctions to Lankan commanders for serious human rights violations during civil war
London, March 24 – The UK government has imposed sanctions on 4 individuals responsible for serious human rights abuses and violations during the Sri Lanka civil war, including extrajudicial killings, torture and/or perpetration of sexual violence. Those sanctioned are: former Head of the Sri Lankan...
Bangladesh: Dr Yunus’ administration to be referred to the ICC for crimes against humanity
London, March 23 -Steven Powles KC and lawyers from Doughty Street Chambers have been engaged to prepare a communication to the International Criminal Court (“ICC”) under Article 15 of the ICC Statute. Article 15 allows victims of alleged crimes within the jurisdiction of the ICC...
Tulip Siddiq attacks ‘false’ corruption allegations
In a letter to Bangladesh's Anti Corruption Commission (ACC), the MP's lawyers say allegations of corruption are "false and vexatious"
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