Human rights

Dr. Tarek Kteleh has won against all odds to become a thought leader and an advocate for human rights and democracy.

Former President Donald Trump downplayed concerns about Saudi Arabia's human rights record, including the murder of Jamal Khashoggi, as his golf course is set to host a LIV Golf tournament.

Six high-ranking Democrats have come out against any rapprochement with Saudi Arabia ahead of a possible visit by President Joe Biden absent any changes in Riyadh's policies.

Senators are urging the Biden administration to designate Russia a state sponsor of terrorism for its war against Ukraine and other bombings and poisonings done on Moscow's behalf.

An Ohio Republican lawmaker responsible for a strict anti-abortion bill has come under fire for justifying her exclusion of exceptions for rape victims in its language. She justified it by calling a rape-induced pregnancy an "opportunity" for victims.

A female CIA officer who was dubbed the "Queen of Torture" by The New Yorker is now operating as a beauty influencer online.

China’s ambassador to the United States issued an unusually blunt warning that any attempt by Taiwan to achieve independence will lead to war between the two superpowers.

The actor attended a human rights event in New York City on Thursday.

The anti-rape law came into effect immediately in hopes of speeding up convictions and imposing tougher sentences.

Taliban spokesman said they have arrested two of the three wedding shooters, who had claimed to be members of the Taliban.

Biden is reimplementing a Trump-era "Remain in Mexico" immigration policy under orders from a Federal Judge.

This is the third deadly attack this week in Afghanistan apparently targeting religious institutions.

New poll reveals that Afghans receive broad bipartisan support as they resettle in the U.S.

Father of the 16-day-old baby girl was passed through a razor wire is finally able to tell the story of how they left Afghanistan.

Bipartisan group of governors commit to helping Afghan refugees, here's what they are saying.

Grace is expected to hit Mexico late Wednesday or early Thursday.

As storm strikes earthquake-hit Haiti, thousands of residents are left in despair.

Chris Cuomo finally about the resignation of his brother, Gov. Andrew Cuomo, after avoiding CNN’s coverage on his sexual harassment scandal.

President Joe Biden responds to new report that found that New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo sexually harassed multiple current and former female employees.

Attorney General Letitia James reported that New York Gov. Cuomo sexually harassed multiple female employees.

Ben & Jerry's decision to stop selling ice cream in Occupied Palestinian Territories has sent Israeli officials into outrage.

The 11-day war between Israelis and Palestinians in the Gaza strip led to deadly unlawful attacks.

Tokyo’s Olympic Games have officially commenced yet not all athletes are vaccinated.

Ben & Jerry’s takes on the international debate surrounding Israeli-occupied Palestinian territories, halting sales in the West Bank.

At least 157 LGBTQ athletes are set to compete at the Tokyo Olympics. This is almost triple the number of "out" LGBTQ athletes at the 2016 Rio Games.

At least 100 protesters remain detained or missing, pressing UN Human Rights Commissioner to call out on Cuba.

As Pride month comes to an end, the Department of State announced plans to add X gender designation option on passports.

A 22-year-old gay man in Brazil was attacked by three armed men and forced to carve homophobic slurs into his legs.

Meghan Markle calls out tabloids after violating her privacy.

Canada probe concludes Clearview AI breached privacy laws