Activists persecuted and freedom of expression in peril - NEWS - 01/10/2025
Six years on from the nationwide protests in October 2019, referred to as Tishreen, Iraqi authorities continue to persecute activists and protesters while failing to deliver meaningful justice and accountability for the killings of hundreds and the maiming of thousands of protesters by security forces and militias or to reveal the fate and whereabouts of those disappeared. Read more.
On 02 August 2025, the Iraqi parliament was due to vote on a draft law on freedom of expression and peaceful assembly. Read more.
New sentence for journalist weeks before planned release - NEWS - 20/08/2025
On 19 August 2025, an Erbil court sentenced journalist Sherwan Sherwani to another four years and five months in prison for an apparent threat made to a prison officer. Read more.
A family from Iraq develops new hope for the future - CAMPAIGNS - 16/06/2025
A family from Iraq, who now live in London, reflect on the power of community here.
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