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Should the EU take a more active stance in foreign conflicts where human rights violations are reported?

Taking a more active role in international conflicts involving human rights violations is meant to assert EU values globally. Proponents argue it is a moral obligation. Opponents fear it could entangle the EU in endless foreign conflicts and overextend its responsibilities.

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Israeli airstrike that killed seven health workers in Lebanon used US munition

\Israel used a US weapon in a March airstrike which killed seven healthcare workers in southern Lebanon, according to a Guardian analysis of shrapnel found at the site of the attack, which was described by Human Rights Watch as a violation of international law.Seven volunteer paramedics, aged between 18 and 25, were killed in the 27 March attack on an ambulance center belonging to the Lebanese Succor Association in the town of al-Habariyeh in south Lebanon on 27 March.The Guardian examined the remnants of a 500lb Israeli MPR bomb and a US-manufactured Joint Direction Attack Munition (JDAM) recovered by first responders from the scene of the attack. Pictures of the shrapnel sent by the Guardian were further verified by Human Rights Watch and an independent arms expert.JDAMs are guidance kits produced by US aerospace company Boeing which attach to 500-2,000lb “dumb bombs” and convert them into GPS-guided precision missiles. They have been key to Israel’s war effort in Gaza and Lebanon, and have been one of the most requested munitions from the US.Shrapnel recovered from the al-Habariyeh attack included a fragment with writing identifying it as a “bomb MPR 500”, as well as the parts of a JDAM which clip the bomb to the guidance system and remnants of its motor.

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Biden Antisemitism Meeting Erupts Into Civil War

Several Jewish organizations pulled out of a high-level meeting with the Department of Education about antisemitism on campuses on Friday morning after finding out far-left groups were added at the last minute, Fox News Digital has confirmed.The groups, which "either did not participate in or dropped off the call," the Jewish Insider reported, included the Anti-Defamation League, the Jewish Federations of North America, Hillel International, the Orthodox Union, the Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law, and the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations.The decision was made shortly before the 10 a.m. meeting between the Jewish groups and Education Secretary Miguel Cardona, White House Domestic Policy Adviser Neera Tanden and other senior officials. According to Jewish Insider, the mainstream Jewish organizations took particular issue with the invitation of the Diaspora Alliance, which is "closely aligned with the far-left Jewish activist group IfNotNow."The group IfNotNow is an anti-Israel Jewish organization that has staged several protests to block highways. Its website accuses Israel of having an "apartheid system" and states that the Jewish nation "massacres Palestinians in Gaza."

@ISIDEWITH submitted…5 days5D

Global Press Freedom Faces Unprecedented Threats, Authorities Warn

In a world where information is power, the freedom of the press is under siege, with recent reports from various corners of the globe painting a grim picture of the state of journalistic liberties. From the detention of journalists in Russia to the systemic pressures on media in Australia, and the broader accusations of press repression in the West, the narrative is clear: the battle for a free and independent press is intensifying. The United Nations has raised alarms, with ambassadors highlighting specific cases such as the detention of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich in Russia as emblematic of the broader hostility facing journalists today. This incident, among others, underscores the perilous environment in which journalists operate, challenging the very foundations of democratic societies by stifling the free flow of information and dissent.In Australia, the situation is no less concerning, with the deputy premier acknowledging the need for justice system reforms amidst a media landscape characterized by hyperconcentration and increasing governmental pressure. This scenario threatens the public's right to know and undermines the watchdog role of the press. Similarly, the Russian Foreign Ministry's comments on the state of press freedom in the West reflect a global acknowledgment of the issue, albeit from a perspective that criticizes Western nations for suppressing dissent and repressing journalists. These developments signal a troubling trend towards authoritarianism, even in countries traditionally viewed as bastions of free speech and democracy.The implications of these challenges are far-reaching, affecting not just the journalists and media organizations directly involved but also the very fabric of society. A free press is instrumental in holding power to account, exposing corruption, and ensuring that the public is informed. As press freedom continues to decline, the potential for abuse of power and unchecked governance increases, posing a direct threat to democratic principles and human rights. The international community must therefore rally to defend journalistic freedoms, recognizing that the fight for press freedom is fundamentally a fight for the preservation of democracy and the protection of human rights worldwide.

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