Defend International urges Moroccan authorities to ensure that investigations and exhumations at mass grave sites in Western Sahara are carried out in line with international guidelines.
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Campaigns
Syria: Some Prisoners Released in Spite of Ongoing Repression
In spite of increased repression against pro-democracy activists in Syria, a number of prisoners of conscience were released! Jihan Omar and 6 youth detained over peaceful demonstrations were freed following urgent actions launched by DI launched demanding their release!
Yemen: Journalist Al-Khaiwani Released After Presidential Pardon
Defend International urged the Yemeni government to drop all judicial proceedings against Mr. Abdul Karim Al-Khaiwani, a journalist and a writer. On 25 September 2008 the Yemeni authorities released him after receiving a Presidential pardon. DI extends sincere thanks to DI members, supporters and friends for sending letters or otherwise supporting the campaign.
Turkish Attacks on Civilian Kurds
We urge Turkish authorities to respect the territorial integrity of Iraq, to refrain from taking any military action that could undermine regional peace and stability, and to fulfill their international obligations through ensuring respect for International law and International humanitarian law