Tag: ECCHR
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German arms exports to Israel should remain uncontested: Constitutional Court rejects lawsuit from Gaza
The Federal Constitutional Court rejects a lawsuit against German tank transmission deliveries to Israel. The legal recourse thus remains blocked for those affected – even if the weapons are used in violation of international law. The German Federal Constitutional Court…
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Sea rescuers dismantle ex-policemen: Court hears prosecution witnesses in “Iuventa” trial for the first time
Cross-examination reveals that the main witnesses against the German crew of the “Iuventa” acted out of selfish motives and told lies. A total of 21 people are on trial in Sicily in the proceedings. The “Iuventa” from the Berlin-based organisation…
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Survivor of Ceuta massacre calls on UN committee: Deaths, injuries, pushbacks unpunished in Spain
Officers of the Spanish border police are still not prosecuted for their fatal operation in Ceuta. On the 10th anniversary of the incident, the UN Anti-Torture Committee must now look into the matter. At least 15 dead, many injured and…
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More or less Frontex? Its FRO wants reinforced presence in EU problem states
Because of human rights violations, non-governmental organisations are demanding the withdrawal of Frontex from Greece. Their Fundamental Rights Officer, on the other hand, wants to increase the number of EU border guards deployed in the event of violations. Frontex should…