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Ecuador: Four Children Killed After Illegal Detention by Soldiers

The charred remains of four children illegally detained by Ecuadorian soldiers on December 8th, 2024, were found, prompting outrage and charges of forced disappearance against 16 soldiers; human rights groups cite systemic abuse of authority and racial profiling.

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Ecuadorian Soldiers Arrested for Murder of Four Missing Children

In Guayaquil, Ecuador, 16 soldiers were arrested for the disappearance and murder of four children (aged 11-15) who were detained by a military patrol on December 8th; genetic testing confirmed their charred bodies were found near a military base.

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Operation Orion: Contrasting Narratives of Success and State Terrorism in Medellín

Former Colombian President Álvaro Uribe claims Operation Orion, a military operation in Medellín's Comuna 13, was a success in restoring order, but critics cite evidence suggesting state terrorism, including approximately 17 deaths and 92 disappearances, allegedly involving paramilitaries.

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Record Number of Indian Fishermen Arrested by Sri Lanka in 2024

In 2024, Sri Lanka arrested a record 535 Indian fishermen, nearly double the previous year, amid allegations of mistreatment, prompting protests in India and highlighting the complex interplay of environmental degradation, socio-economic pressures, and international disputes.

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Zero Hunger
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Zimbabwe Abolishes Death Penalty

Zimbabwe officially abolished the death penalty after President Emmerson Mnangagwa commuted the sentences of around 60 death row inmates to life imprisonment on Tuesday; Amnesty International celebrated the move as a significant step for human rights in the country and a beacon of hope for the anti-...

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US Sanctions Georgian Leader Amidst Russia's Overtures and EU Accession Stalemate

The US sanctioned Georgian businessman Bidzina Ivanishvili for undermining democracy and human rights, prompting Russia to offer closer ties while Georgia's EU accession is stalled.

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Serbian New Year's Eve Protest Demands Justice for Novi Sad Tragedy

On New Year's Eve, tens of thousands of protesters in Belgrade and other Serbian cities demonstrated against President Aleksandar Vucic, demanding justice for the 15 victims of a November 1st concrete canopy collapse in Novi Sad, which they blame on corruption and substandard construction practices.

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Culiacán's Cycle of Violence: Normalizing Danger and the Loss of Innocence

In Culiacán, Mexico, mourners continued a funeral procession during a shootout, illustrating the normalization of violence in daily life, as evidenced by the author's personal experience and the tragic story of Ángel, a talented young photographer who died at 15 after becoming a drug cartel lookout.

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Reduced Inequality
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Unsafe abortions in Chile: A public health crisis

In Chile, between 30,000 and 150,000 clandestine abortions occur yearly, disproportionately affecting vulnerable women and girls, highlighting the urgent need for safe and legal abortion access.

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Gender Equality
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Kenyan President Admits to Security Force Abuses Amidst Ongoing Disappearances

Kenyan President William Ruto admitted to security forces' excessive actions following protests over disappearances, mostly of young men who criticized him online; at least 29 of 82 people who disappeared since June remain missing, despite a court order for the release of five.

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Georgian Protests Continue Amidst EU Condemnation

Thousands of Georgians protested in Tbilisi on New Year's Eve, continuing demonstrations against the government following the November 28th election and the suspension of EU accession talks; Germany, France, and Poland condemned the violence and announced visa restrictions for Georgian officials.

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El Salvador Reverses Metal Mining Ban, Sparking Environmental Concerns

El Salvador's congress overturned its 2017 ban on metal mining on December 23, 2023, prioritizing economic growth despite environmental concerns and potential irreversible damage, including water contamination and public health risks, prompting widespread opposition.

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Clean Water and Sanitation

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