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Mass arrests spark human rights concerns in El Salvador

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3 years ago

April 22, 2022

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Human rights activists have raised concerns, as the government of El Salvador arrests more than 14,000 people in three weeks

The arrests come in response to a spike in gang violence across the nation.

In March this year, 87 people were murdered in a single weekend, which led President Nayib Bukele to tighten state powers and suspend civil liberties.

El Salvador has one of the highest homicide rates in the world, but human rights groups claim the President is using the violence as an excuse to consolidate power.

“The number of detentions is incomparable to anything El Salvador has seen in past government crackdowns on gang violence.” Says Abraham Abrego of the Salvadoran human rights organisation Cristosal.

Human Rights Watch researcher Juan Pappier says the new restrictions “are not simply harsh laws against gang members.”

“They are laws that put all Salvadorans at risk”
Juan Pappier, human rights watch researcher

On April 5 the government passed a law stopping the media from sharing gang, or any messages that could create panic in the population.

The maximum penalty for the law is 15 years in prison, because of this four journalists have already left the country.

In response, the government has denied any wrongdoing.

On Twitter Bukele accused NGO’s, the media, political parties and other governments of defending gang members.

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Trump targets pharma with 100% tariff

Trump’s 100% tariff on branded drugs shocks pharma, raising concerns over trade, inflation, and medicine costs in the U.S.

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18 hours ago

September 29, 2025

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Trump’s 100% tariff on branded drugs shocks pharma, raising concerns over trade, inflation, and medicine costs in the U.S.

Donald Trump has shocked the global pharmaceutical industry by announcing a 100 per cent tariff on branded and patented drugs.

The move raises major questions about trade, inflation, and the cost of medicines in the United States.

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Russia launches massive strike on Ukraine

Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine, killing four and injuring dozens amid extensive air defenses.

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19 hours ago

September 29, 2025

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Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine, killing four and injuring dozens amid extensive air defenses.

Russia has carried out one of its largest drone and missile attacks against Ukraine, leaving at least four people dead and dozens injured.

Ukrainian officials said nearly 600 drones and 48 missiles were launched in a single night, with air defences intercepting most but not all of them.

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Abbas calls for Gaza peace plan as Hamas rejects UN

Abbas seeks peace for Gaza with global leaders; Hamas rejects disarmament, emphasizing self-governance amid ongoing tensions.

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4 days ago

September 26, 2025

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Abbas seeks peace for Gaza with global leaders; Hamas rejects disarmament, emphasizing self-governance amid ongoing tensions.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has pledged to work with U.S. President Donald Trump, Saudi Arabia, France, and the United Nations on a new peace plan for Gaza. He says Gaza is an essential part of Palestine and called on Hamas to hand over control and disarm.

The UN General Assembly recently backed a declaration supporting a two-state solution and an end to the Gaza war. Abbas argued that this plan represents the only way forward to achieve peace and stability in the region.

Hamas, however, dismissed his remarks, vowing to maintain their weapons and self-governance until the occupation ends. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar also criticised Abbas, claiming he has failed to deal with terrorism effectively.

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