New UN expert on counter-terrorism and human rights appointed

The UN Commission on Human Rights appointed Martin Scheinin as Special Rapporteur on the protection of human rights while countering terrorism. His mandate includes making recommendations and advising states, as well as gathering information about possible violations...

UK: Prime Minister Blair announces 12-Point Plan to fight terrorism

In response to the terrorist attacks in London in July, the Prime Minister outlined a 12-Point Counter-Terrorism Plan. The Plan foresees longer periods of detention prior to bringing charges, creates new offences such as indirect incitement to terrorism, and...

Chile: Mapuche leaders acquitted of terrorism charges

On 22 July six Mapuche leaders were acquitted of terrorism charges by a criminal court in Temuco, southern Chile. The indigenous leaders stood accused of forming a terrorist organization to advance claims to their ancestral land. Pursuant to a ruling of the Supreme...
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