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Retrial of “Ghaith Spaces” Activists in Oman: A Blow to Freedom of Expression
On August 21, 2023, four internet activists, Ali bin Marhoon Abdullah Al-Ghafri, Maryam bint Youssef [...]
The Repression of the Shiite Community in Bahrain During the Ashura
Despite claims of respecting religious freedoms, the Shia community in Bahrain continues to face religious [...]
Qatar’s Nationality Act: A Challenge to the Rights of Children and Women
The United Nations (UN) Child Rights Committee’s latest findings on Qatar express grave concern over [...]
The Arrests of Dr. Mohammed al-Roken’s Sons
In the United Arab Emirates, families face a real and serious threat to freedoms by [...]
Kuwait Enacts Exit Visa Requirement
Starting in July, foreign nationals employed in Kuwaiti’s private sector will now be required to [...]
The Truth Behind Mega-Projects in the Middle East: A Threat to Labour Rights
Introduction In recent years, some Gulf countries have begun to implement renewal projects that touch [...]
Fifteen Somalis Executed: Saudi Arabia’s Deadly Pattern of Targeting Foreign Nationals
Since the beginning of 2025, Saudi Arabia has executed 15 Somali nationals, all held in [...]
How the UAE Are Conducting a Constant Repression in the Al-Razeen Prison
In the United Arab Emirates, the repression of political dissidents is a serious problem. This [...]
Qatar’s Discrimination Against Baha’is Continues Despite Pledges of Religious Tolerance
Qatar has aspired to project an image of religious inclusivity and dialogue, particularly through its [...]
Disappeared and Silenced: The al-Dowaish Case and Saudi Arabia’s Expanding Crackdown
In Saudi Arabia, even asking what happened to your father can be treated as a [...]
Profit Over Protection: The Exploitation of Kenyan Domestic Workers in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia’s rapid development and economic growth have relied heavily on the labor of migrant [...]
Despite Reforms, Women in Saudi Arabia Still Face Abuses and What Happens in “Care Homes” Demonstrates It
In Saudi Arabia, women have to endure a series of restrictions dictated by a limiting [...]