The Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on Iran’s final report alleged ongoing serious rights violations by Iranian authorities following protests triggered by the death of Mahsa Amini in police custody, with violations including crimes against humanity and targeting of ethnic and religious minorities, women, and children. The State increased prosecutions against women defying the mandatory hijab, using online surveillance and State-sponsored vigilantism, resulting in executions and unfair trials. The report will be presented to the Human Rights Council, outlining the widespread violations and abuses documented by the independent Mission established in November 2022.
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‘Labyrinth’ of secret tunnels hidden beneath railway station
Rail engineers renovating Salisbury Station uncovered a hidden tunnel network beneath the station, including a tunnel leading underneath platform 4 used to store goods like beer, cider, and eggs. The tunnels also contained old signal equipment and a room for storing Christmas trees. A mysterious room leading to a ladder descending further underground remains unexplored, adding to the intrigue of the discovery. Full Article
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