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Israel’s Hostage Rescue Raises Questions About Civilian Protection During War

JERUSALEM, ISRAEL – A hostage rescue mission by Israel last Saturday has sparked debates on whether enough measures are being taken to protect civilians in the ongoing conflict with Hamas in Gaza. This operation, which took place in the Nuseirat refugee camp, successfully freed four Israeli hostages but resulted in the deaths of at least 274 Palestinians and left hundreds injured, as reported by the Gaza Health Ministry. Among the casualties were a significant number …

Shoe Factory Owner in Pakistan Brutally Attacked by Extremists for Alleged Blasphemy – Urgent Call for Justice and Protection

Sargodha, Pakistan – A horrific incident unfolded in the Gillwala colony of Sargodha, Punjab, as Nazir Gill Masih, the owner of a shoe factory, was viciously attacked by Islamic extremists on the morning of Saturday, May 25. Allegedly accused of blasphemy for burning pages of the Quran, Masih suffered severe injuries amidst the chaos that ensued. The assailants not only targeted him but also looted and set fire to his family’s factory and home. Fortunately, …

Tragedy Strikes: Pregnant Mother Denied Order of Protection Before Son’s Fatal Stabbing Incident

Chicago, Illinois – A tragic incident unfolded in the Edgewater neighborhood, where a pregnant mother and her 11-year-old son were victims of a horrific attack in their home. Despite the mother’s efforts to seek an order of protection prior to the incident, her plea was denied, leading to devastating consequences. The young boy, identified as Jayden Perkins, lost his life due to stab wounds during the attack, while his mother remains hospitalized, fighting for her …

Heartbroken Fathers Push for Justice and Protection for Teens After Tragic Murder-Suicide Incident

TULSA, Okla. – Two fathers who tragically lost their teenage daughters to a murder-suicide are advocating for a new bill they hope will bring justice for their daughters and help other at-risk children. The proposed bill aims to provide mental health support and intervention for young people showing warning signs. The two girls, both aged 15, were found dead in a Tulsa home in May, and the local medical examiner ruled their deaths a murder-suicide. …

Lemkin Institute Condemns Violent Attack on Armenian Quarter in East Jerusalem and Calls for Protection of Cultural Heritage

JERUSALEM, ISRAEL – The recent brutal attack on the Armenian Quarter in East Jerusalem has drawn strong condemnation from the Lemkin Institute for Genocide Prevention. The attack, carried out by armed mobs associated with an Israeli-Australian businessman, has raised concerns about the protection of the cultural heritage of the Armenian Quarter and the safety of its residents. The violence on December 28, 2023, resulted in injuries to several Armenians, including a priest and students of …

Barrie Native Gabe Batstone Continues Fight for Child Protection After Ex-Wife’s Death

Barrie, Ontario – Nine years after Lisa Batstone killed her daughter, Teagan, she has died while serving a life sentence in a British Columbia prison. The cause of death and further details have not been released, but the incident is currently under investigation. Teagan Batstone was smothered by her mother as she slept on December 10, 2014. Lisa was convicted of second-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison with no chance of parole for …

Viral Madrid Animal Protection Charity Event Draws Hundreds of Participants and Furry Friends

Madrid, Spain – The streets of Madrid came alive with furry companions and their dedicated humans during the city’s annual Sanperrestre walk, a festive event aimed at raising awareness about the pressing issue of animal abandonment. Organized by the animal protection group El Refugio, the event mirrors the year-end San Silvestre race but focuses on advocating against animal abuse and finding loving homes for abandoned dogs and cats. Passionate participants, comprised of both two-legged and …

Fatal Shooting: Man Charged with Murder of Woman with Order of Protection in Chicago

CHICAGO, IL – A 44-year-old man named Kenneth Brown has been charged with first-degree murder after allegedly fatally shooting a woman in front of her children on December 13. The victim, 34-year-old Maria Roque, had an active order of protection against Brown, according to court records. The shooting occurred in the South Austin neighborhood of Chicago’s West Side. Brown was arrested on Friday and appeared in court on Sunday. He will remain in custody as …