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Bloomberg
5 hours ago
- Politics
- Bloomberg
Macron Move to Recognize Palestine Builds on Outrage Over Aid
French President Emmanuel Macron's decision to recognize a Palestinian state builds on international outrage over Israel's curbs on humanitarian aid entering Gaza, although it's unlikely to have an immediate impact on the war against Hamas in the territory. Macron said in a social-media post late Thursday he will announce the change of status during the next gathering of the United Nations General Assembly in New York in September. He stressed the decision reflects France's 'historic commitment to a just and lasting peace.'
Malaysian Reserve
a day ago
- Politics
- Malaysian Reserve
hūmānus and ARSPHR Launch Groundbreaking Rohingya Atrocities Archive, Continuing Mohibullah's Sacrificial Fight for Truth and Justice
'If I die, it's okay. I will give my life for my community.' Mohibullah LONDON, July 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — hūmānus and the Arakan Rohingya Society for Peace & Human Rights (ARSPHR) announced the pivotal launch of the Rohingya Atrocities Archive, a groundbreaking digital repository. This powerful, meticulously curated platform stands as a testament to ARSPHR's tireless, community-driven documentation, initially gathered on handwritten notes and often precariously stored. In 2020, hūmānus initiated a critical project to painstakingly digitalise these vital records for safekeeping and in-depth analysis, supporting ARSPHR in cleaning the data, filling information gaps, and developing robust investigation strategies. The archive directly continues the mission of Mohibullah, the courageous Rohingya advocate who was tragically assassinated in 2021. Known in the camps simply as 'Peace Father,' Mohibullah famously declared, 'If I die, it's okay. I will give my life for my community.' This dynamic, living archive embodies his unwavering commitment, detailing the profound violence, harm, and losses experienced by Rohingya families during the military operations of 2016 and 2017. It currently provides unprecedented access to over 3,000 cases, meticulously gathered through thousands of survivor testimonies – with information collected by name, ensuring that the documented experiences are acknowledged and remembered. Crucially, this archive is designed to be continuously updated with new evidence and testimonies, serving as an unflinching and evolving testament. It brings to light the harrowing and widespread atrocities through compelling testimony and raw visual documentation, offering profound and compelling insight into the systematic persecution and the urgent struggle for justice and accountability, presenting a formidable challenge to denial. 'The launch of the Rohingya Atrocities Archive is a monumental and urgent step in our collective fight against impunity. This archive is Mohibullah's legacy made manifest, meticulously preserving the brutal realities faced by the Rohingya people, individual by individual,' said Eva Buzo, Executive Director of hūmānus. 'By making this work publicly available, the community, for the first time, will see their own experience told by their own people. This is more than a database; it is a catalyst for justice, demanding action from the global community to honour Mohibullah's sacrifice and see his vision realised.' 'My father dedicated his life to ensuring the world knew the truth of what happened to our people, a truth that many tried to silence,' stated Hashmat Ullah, Mohibullah's son. 'This archive is a powerful continuation of his bravery, fulfilling his blueprint for change: documenting the truth, speaking out peacefully, staying rooted in community, and fighting for justice even when it's dangerous. It is a beacon of hope that through this undeniable evidence, justice will one day prevail for the Rohingya.' The archive, a testament to ARSPHR's diligent, community-driven documentation, underscores the critical role of comprehensive evidence in atrocity prevention and response. It serves as a vital resource for legal proceedings, historical remembrance, and combating disinformation. Through this initiative, hūmānus proudly reinforces the global imperative to confront injustice and supports survivor-led efforts to secure tangible redress, aligning with its commitment to advancing human-centred justice and carrying forward Mohibullah's vision of a future where the Rohingya can live freely in their homeland with equal rights. About hūmānus: hūmānus is an international human rights organisation dedicated to advancing inclusive, survivor-led, and transformative justice for victims of genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. Founded by experienced advocates and international lawyers, hūmānus works across continents to confront injustice, build evidence, and provide strategic litigation and advocacy support, always grounded in accountability, dignity, and a commitment to restoring humanity. Website: Social Media: LinkedIn Facebook About the Arakan Rohingya Society for Peace & Human Rights (ARSPHR): ARSPHR was founded by the late Mohibullah in 2017 to provide Rohingya refugees a platform to document their stories and advocate for their rights. It continues his work of community-wide documentation, leadership, and advocacy on the world stage, building a powerful, community-centred coalition dedicated to peace and human rights. Website: Rohingya Atrocities Archive Photo:
Chicago Tribune
5 days ago
- General
- Chicago Tribune
Asking Eric: I feel free from family drama
Dear Eric: My wife and son got into a heated argument after he told her that he had dated a woman three times, and on the third date, he asked her if she wanted to split the bill. The woman later texted him that she didn't want to go out with him anymore. My wife told our son that it should be up to the man to pay when dating. My son strongly disagreed, telling her that she was old-fashioned and that the current practice is for those who are dating to split the expenses. Who is right? – Confused Dad Dear Dad: Dating is about finding a person who shares one's values and vision for life. One of your son's values is, apparently, sharing expenses at a certain point. This is totally fine. Dates can be expensive. My mother used to say, 'Romance without finance is a nuisance,' and I always remembered that when I wanted to go on a date, but my pockets were a little light. Your son and the woman weren't compatible in their views about paying for the date. That doesn't make him or your wife right. He was doing what works for him and openly communicating with his date about it. One hopes that he'll find someone who shares that value and has no problem splitting the check. Dear Eric: My sister stopped speaking to me because I didn't attend the wedding of her daughter, my niece. Every year I purchase very expensive seats for my husband and I to attend a two-day concert, for Father's Day. The wedding was planned on one of these days. We chose to continue our tradition. When my sister found out, she called me screaming and brought up things she'd been holding on to for years. As always, most of this was fabricated and not true. There are many issues in my family. I have been on a healing journey from cancer, other health and ancestral trauma and so on. She is 70 and I'm 75 years old. I want to live in peace and love for the rest of the life I have left. I feel free from family drama. My small immediate family is a blessing. My health, family and loving friends come first. My niece and I have a good relationship. We had dinner before the wedding, and I met her husband. I am not worried about that. Although I think of my sister often, I reflect on the family drama, and feel relieved that I am not in it anymore. We are senior citizens and should be enjoying our life. What do you think? – Want Peace and Love Dear Peace and Love: Honestly, your letter had me in the first half. I thought, 'You can't skip the concert for one year?' But this isn't really about the wedding. Your niece seems to be fine with it, from your telling. So, even if your sister had bruised feelings about your choice, it isn't really her fight. What appears to be happening here is that this event is just another inflection point in an on-going conflict. Sometimes we're in conflict with people, but sometimes they just have conflicts with us. That's the issue here. If she's bringing up issues she's had with you for years, then the wedding was just an excuse. If part of your healing journey has been setting a healthy boundary, then you should keep that boundary and not engage in further back and forth with your sister. You wrote that you want peace. Peace can always be a shared goal, but if she's not willing or interested in working toward it with you, you can step back with love. Dear Eric: I use the exercise room in my apartment. So does a neighbor who has a body odor so strong that when he is there – or has been there in the previous few hours – I open the window, turn on the fan, prop the door open and wear a mask. There is no staff to complain to. I feel that saying something to him would be crossing a line. Help! – Workout Woes Dear Workout: Although a conversation is the most direct route, it might be uncomfortable and could create a tense situation for you in the building. Because the space has no oversight, take the reins by posting a community note on the door or in the room that acknowledges the gym is a stuffy space and requests that everyone air the gym out during workouts and practices community-minded hygiene. (Think of the signs at pools that instruct swimmers to shower beforehand). Now, this depends on a level of self-awareness that your neighbor may not possess. But, short of talking to him, your next best bet is reminding him – and everyone else – that this is a shared space.
The Print
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Print
Nation first, parties are means to make country better: Shashi Tharoor
He also said that he will stand his ground regarding supporting the nation's armed forces and the government as he believes 'this is the right thing for the country'. Tharoor, the MP from Thiruvananthapuram, said that the objective of a party is to create a better India and parties have the right to disagree on the best way to do that. Kochi, Jul 19 (PTI) Congress Working Committee (CWC) member Shashi Tharoor on Saturday said that nation comes first and parties are the means of making the country better. 'Which is your first loyalty? To my mind, the nation comes first. Parties are a means of making the nation better. So, to my mind, whichever party you belong to, the objective of the party is to create a better India in its own way. 'Now, parties have every right to disagree about the best way of doing that.. As you know, a lot of people have been very critical of me because of the stand I have taken, supporting our armed forces and our government, and what happened recently in our country and our borders,' he said, while speaking at a private event here on 'Peace, Harmony and National Development'. 'But I will stand my ground, because I believe this is the right thing for the country,' the Congress MP added. During his speech, he further said that politics is unfortunately or otherwise, in any democracy, about competition. 'As a result, when people like me say we respect our parties, we have certain values and convictions that keep us in our parties, but we need to cooperate with other parties in the interests of national security, sometimes the parties feel that its disloyal to them and that becomes a big problem,' he said. Later, on the sidelines of the event, he told reporters that 'nation first was always my philosophy'. He said that he came back to India only to serve the nation in whatever he can, through and outside politics. 'I have tried to do that,' he said. On being asked whether he has any problems with the Congress high command, he said he was not here to discuss any politics or problems. 'I came to give two speeches. Both the speeches were on themes I hope the public will respect and value. First one was about development, the role of businesses and peace and harmony. 'The second was mainly on the theme of communal harmony and trying, at the same time, to live together in order for all of us to grow and develop. Inclusive development has been my theme throughout my 16 years in politics and I believe in inclusiveness and in development. I also believe in national security and national interest,' he said. Regarding the recent survey controversy, Tharoor said he frankly does not know who carries out such surveys. 'Someone forwarded it to me and I did a salute as a reply. I did not have anything more to say and I made no comment and I am not making any comment,' he said. He was replying to a reporter's query regarding a survey which suggested he is the Congress-led UDF's most preferred choice for chief minister. PTI HMP HMP KH This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Mint
5 days ago
- Politics
- Mint
Shashi Tharoor's BIG remark amid rumoured rift with Congress: ‘National security will always…'
Amid rumours of a rift with the Congress party, Thiruvananthapuram MP Shashi Tharoor on Saturday said that nation comes first and parties are the means of making the country better. 'Which is your first loyalty? To my mind, the nation comes first. Parties are a means of making the nation better. So, to my mind, whichever party you belong to, the objective of the party is to create a better India in its own way,' Congress MP Shashi Tharoor said while speaking at a private event in Kochi on 'Peace, Harmony and National Development'. Tharoor also said that he will stand his ground regarding supporting the nation's armed forces and the government as he believes 'this is the right thing for the country'. According to a PTI report, Tharoor said that politics is unfortunately or otherwise, in any democracy, about competition. "As a result, when people like me say we respect our parties, we have certain values and convictions that keep us in our parties, but we need to cooperate with other parties in the interests of national security, sometimes the parties feel that its disloyal to them and that becomes a big problem," he said. Later, on the sidelines of the event, he told reporters that "nation first was always my philosophy". He said that he came back to India only to serve the nation in whatever he can, through and outside politics. "I have tried to do that," he said. Remaining tight lipped when asked whether he has any problems with the Congress high command, he said he was not here to discuss any politics or problems. Tharoor stressed that his commitment is towards a better and safe India whose borders are secure. "Some of us may say, let's say, more capitalism. Some may say more socialism. Some may be in favour of certain kinds of regulatory controls. Some may be against too much regulation. So you have different points of view. That's fine. But ultimately, we must all be committed to a better India, a safer India, an India whose borders are protected, whose territory is safe, whose people's well-being can be nurtured. And that is my commitment", he said. The Congress MP further urged all the political parties to stay united when the nation is "imperiled". He quoted former India PM Jawaharlal Nehru famous quote, "Who lives if India dies? And that's a question to which there is no answer. India must come first, and then only can we all live." "I'm saying it to all parties. Put your differences aside when the nation is imperiled. Because if there is no India, there's a very famous line of Nehru's, which I am very fond of quoting. Who lives if India dies? And that's a question to which there is no answer. India must come first, and then only can we all live," he said.
