‘Immense challenges’ block justice for Ukrainian war victims, rights experts warn

‘Immense challenges’ block justice for Ukrainian war victims, rights experts warn

Speaking in Kyiv, Commission Chair Erik Møse pointed to continuing patterns of violations by Russian armed forces, including wilful killings, unlawful confinement, torture, rape, and illegal deportations, many of which qualify as war crimes. According to the Commission, the Ukrainian legal system faced “immense challenges” to provide accountability and justice to the victims and ensure…

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Urgent call for $1 billion to support millions fleeing Sudan conflict

Urgent call for $1 billion to support millions fleeing Sudan conflict

Since the crisis began when rival military groups clashed in mid-April, projections of growing numbers of people trying to escape fighting have sharply spiked upwards. “The crisis has triggered an urgent demand for humanitarian assistance, as those arriving in remote border areas find themselves in desperate circumstances due to inadequate services, poor infrastructure and limited…

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International buyers were allowed to store oil near Pakistani ports

International buyers were allowed to store oil near Pakistani ports

File photo International buyers were allowed to buy oil and store it near Pakistan’s ports. Petroleum Division has issued notification of Customs Bonded Policy Guidelines. According to the notification of the Petroleum Division, global buyers will be able to purchase oil and store it near Pakistan’s ports. International companies have to establish a subsidiary in…

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Lawyers announce agitation against taxes on electricity, gas and petrol

Lawyers announce agitation against taxes on electricity, gas and petrol

Peshawar: Lawyers have announced a movement against taxes imposed on electricity, gas and petroleum products. According to Express News, an important meeting of Peshawar High Court Bar lawyers against inflation in the country was held in Peshawar in which several resolutions were passed against recent inflation. Resolutions were passed to end free incentives given to…

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