cr OSCE Mission to Skopje organises workshop on hate crime for police managers By feeds.osce.org Published On :: Thu, 23 Jun 2016 10:57:52 +0000 Ioanna Lachana, OSCE Mission to Skopje Mirvete Islam, OSCE Mission to Skopje The OSCE Mission to Skopje organized a workshop on 23 June 2016 for 35 police managers from the Sector of Internal Affairs on identification, prevention and investigation of hate crimes. The aim of the workshop was to strengthen the capacity of police officers to identify hate crimes and provide responses in line with democratic policing principles and international human rights standards. This workshop complemented other previous and ongoing activities of the Mission in this area which are implemented in co-operation with national authorities. The event was the first in a series of eight workshops which will be held in each sector for internal affairs in the country.Related StoriesOSCE Mission to Skopje organizes two-day workshop on multi-ethnic policingOSCE Mission to Skopje organizes workshop for national Police Union on countering gender-based discriminationOSCE Mission to Skopje supports roundtable discussion on the role of women in creating safer communities Full Article OSCE Mission to Skopje Policing South-Eastern Europe News
cr OSCE Mission to Skopje organizes workshop for national Police Union on countering gender-based discrimination By feeds.osce.org Published On :: Wed, 29 Jun 2016 09:58:08 +0000 Ioanna Lachana, OSCE Mission to Skopje Mirvete Islam, OSCE Mission to Skopje The OSCE Mission to Skopje on 28 June 2016 launched a two-day workshop for 22 members of the Police Union on countering gender-based discrimination with the aim of advancing the position of women in police services and increasing gender sensitivity among police officers. The workshop focused on areas of gender-based discrimination in employment, education, health and family, explaining what gender inequality is and how it is addressed in international and domestic legislation and in practice. Participants will learn how to identify harassment and sexual harassment as forms of discrimination, as well as workplace bullying. The legal protection, prevention and measures against such bullying will be illustrated through real cases. This workshop is part of the Mission’s programme to support the democratization of the Police and is in line with the Mission’s efforts to encourage gender equality in all segments of society.Related StoriesOSCE Mission to Skopje organizes two-day workshop on multi-ethnic policingOSCE Mission to Skopje organises workshop on hate crime for police managersOSCE Mission to Skopje supports roundtable discussion on the role of women in creating safer communities Full Article OSCE Mission to Skopje Gender equality Policing South-Eastern Europe News
cr OSCE Centre in Bishkek supports workshop on crime prevention through partnerships between police, civil organizations and the public By feeds.osce.org Published On :: Fri, 08 Jul 2016 11:42:09 +0000 Ilona Asyrankulova Fifty-two representatives of Local Crime Prevention Centres (LCPCs) in Kyrgyztsan, including members of the courts of Aksakals (local elders), women and youth councils completed a two-day workshop supported by the OSCE Centre in Bishkek on 7July 2016 in Osh, with the aim of enhancing interactions between the police, civil organizations and the public. Participants improved their practical skills on analyzing security situations and applying problem-solving methods, and in strengthening effective communication with the police and other stakeholders. LCPC members learned about the development and implementation of crime prevention projects and programmes. Participants also revised the normative-legal documents that regulate LCPCs and crime prevention activities. “Preserving public order and preventing crime is the shared responsibility of the police, local self-government bodies, and local communities,” said Pavel Khalashnyuk, acting Head of Police Affairs at the OSCE Centre. “This training course seeks to strengthen this collective, consultative approach and the LCPCs’ capacity to foster community engagement in crime prevention and to strengthen the effectiveness of the partnership with police in addressing community security concerns.” The workshop was conducted at the Community Policing Training Centre by a local expert and trainers from the Main Directorate for Public Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and of the Ministry’s Academy.Related StoriesOSCE Centre in Bishkek supports newly established working group on police reformOSCE Centre in Bishkek supports summer school on topical issues of police reformOSCE Centre in Bishkek enhances police investigators’ skills in crime investigation techniques Full Article OSCE Centre in Bishkek Policing Central Asia News
cr OSCE Centre in Bishkek enhances police investigators’ skills in crime investigation techniques By feeds.osce.org Published On :: Wed, 20 Jul 2016 07:46:19 +0000 BISHKEK, 20 July 2016 - A series of three-day training courses for police investigators on investigating murders which were committed with the use of explosives, firearms and cold arms are being held from 14 July until 6 August 2016 in Bishkek, Balykchy and Osh cities by the OSCE Centre in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan’s Interior Ministry and the Kyrgyz State Judicial Academy. Some 150 officers will be trained during the courses, which will see them acquire knowledge and skills on techniques for crime scene screening, searches, questioning of suspects and witnesses, and other methods of investigation. Forensic expertise will also be covered. “Investigative authorities have important law enforcement functions. The outcome of their work forms the basis for the consideration of criminal cases in court, the imposition of just punishments, and the fair administration of justice,” said Pavel Khalashnyuk, acting Head of the OSCE Centre’s Police Matters Programme. “The investigation of serious crimes requires high professionalism and the guarantee of mandatory enforcement.” The courses are being organized as part of the OSCE Centre’s project on combating organized crime.Related StoriesOSCE Centre in Bishkek supports summer school on topical issues of police reformOSCE Centre in Bishkek hands over Mobile Police Reception vehicle to police in Issyk-Kul to boost public securityOSCE Centre in Bishkek trains defence lawyers and prosecutors on right to liberty and freedom from arbitrary arrest or detention Full Article OSCE Centre in Bishkek Policing Central Asia Press release
cr Orderly election day, competitive campaign did not offset impact of late election law changes on Mongolia’s democratic development, international observers say By feeds.osce.org Published On :: Thu, 30 Jun 2016 06:02:50 +0000 ULAANBAATAR, 30 June 2016 – Election day was orderly and followed a competitive campaign. This, however, did not offset the impact of late fundamental changes to election laws on Mongolia’s democratic development, the international observers concluded in a preliminary statement released today. While the June 29 parliamentary elections were highly contested and freedoms of assembly and association were respected, restrictive campaign provisions, coupled with the media’s subservience to political interests, limited impartial and comprehensive information available to voters, the statement says. “We were pleased to see that voting took place in a calm and peaceful manner. This was a genuinely competitive contest, with high turnout and no certainty as to which party would win. We applaud the fact Mongolia is a functioning democracy,” said Laima Liucija Andrikienė, Head of the European Parliament delegation. “There were, however, some elements which cause concern, including significant last-minute changes to the election laws, which, among other things, prevented 150,000 Mongolian citizens living outside the country, including diplomats, from voting.” The observers said the consolidation of election legislation into a new law adopted on 25 December 2015, following an inclusive process, was a positive development toward establishing a cohesive electoral framework. However, changes in May 2016 – from a mixed electoral system to a solely majoritarian one, establishing 76 single-mandate constituencies and approving their boundaries – were introduced by parliament in a process that lacked transparency, public consultation and adherence to established criteria, the observers said. This resulted in profound population discrepancies among constituencies. A total of 498 candidates, including 69 independents, was registered in a process that was largely inclusive and provided voters with a range of political choices. Contrary to OSCE commitments and other international obligations, however, there are disproportionate restrictions on candidacy rights the statement says. While there was general confidence in the accuracy and inclusiveness of the voting register, the May changes to the election laws also effectively disenfranchised 150,000 citizens living abroad for the parliamentary elections. “For an election to be meaningful, voters first have to be offered a genuine choice, and voters were given that choice here. That choice also has to be between candidates competing on a level playing field and who have equal access to independent media to explain their platforms. In this, there is still work to do,” said Ambassador Audrey Glover, Head of the OSCE/ODIHR long-term election observation mission. “Elections are about voters, and the main problem for voters was understanding the significant last-minute changes to election laws, which affected the rules of the game profoundly and raised questions about political motivation.” Despite undue campaign restrictions, the freedoms of assembly and association were respected and candidates were generally able to convey their messages to the electorate. At times the lines were blurred between parties and the administration at both the national and local levels, the observers said. There were multiple instances of alleged vote-buying, which resulted in a number of formal complaints and the deregistration of two candidates. The GEC received some 50 pre-election complaints. Courts reviewed 21 cases regarding candidate registration, and the police handled more than 1,000 campaign-related complaints. Although legislation clarifies the complaints and appeals process to some extent, a general lack of formalization and transparency in the process within the election administration and the protracted handling of disputes in courts undermined the right to effective remedy. The media offered extensive election coverage, but abandoned their journalistic role, for the most part simply granting direct access to the politicians. Paid political advertisements and free airtime overshadowed editorial content, and campaign material prepared by political parties was also included in news programming, undercutting the credibility of the media. Consequently, voters were deprived of independent and analytical reporting, the observers said. In preparation for election day, the General Election Commission met key operational deadlines and fulfilled its mandate. At the same time, the observers said, it lacked transparency and accountability to stakeholders, diminishing trust in the credibility of the process. The testing of vote-counting machines was conducted professionally by the Commission in the presence of stakeholders and, to address concerns over the machines’ accuracy and integrity, the law was amended stipulate that up to 50 per cent of polling stations would be subject to manual recounts. The procedures stipulating the manual re-count, however, were only finalized two days prior to the elections. All parties and coalitions complied with the 20 per cent gender quota provided for by law, and 26 per cent of contestants were women. There were, however, no women candidates in more than one-third of the constituencies. While there is only one woman member of the General Election Commission, women were better represented in lower-level election commissions. Overall, women remain underrepresented in political life. Election day proceeded in an orderly manner in most of the country and, while the right to vote was respected, the secrecy of the vote was not consistently ensured. The observers’ assessment of the counting and tabulation of votes was a notable exception to the overall positive assessment of voting, mostly as a result of significant procedural errors or omissions. A number of civil society organizations monitored the pre-election environment, including campaign finance and the media, and issued timely statements highlighting key shortcomings. For further information, contact: Thomas Rymer, OSCE/ODIHR, +976 95 14 1635 or +48 609 522 266, thomas.rymer@odihr.pl Tim Boden, European Parliament, +976 99 976294 or +32 473 844431, timothy.boden@europarl.europa.euRelated StoriesOSCE/ODIHR opens election observation mission for parliamentary elections in MongoliaInternational election observers in Mongolia to hold press conference on ThursdayOSCE/ODIHR observers to hold press conference in Ulaanbaatar on Friday Full Article Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights Elections Mongolia Press release
cr OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities calls for renewed dialogue between all political and social actors in Croatia By feeds.osce.org Published On :: Fri, 13 May 2016 13:45:26 +0000 OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities Astrid Thors visited Croatia from 9 to 10 May 2016. During her visit, Thors focused on promoting the effective implementation of the Constitutional Act on the Rights of National Minorities, in particular the provisions regarding languages and scripts; on education matters; and, on issues pertaining to national minorities and good neighbourly relations. Concerned that marginalizing or stigmatizing national minorities poses a threat to the cohesion of society and to bilateral relations, Thors urged the systematic condemnation of discriminatory rhetoric or conduct. “Divisive rhetoric has proven a dangerous path. The more diversity, the richer a society is, as different cultures are the shared wealth of all,” Thors said. “It is crucial to foster a sense of belonging for all members of society in order to effectively promote the integration process,” she added. Thors called for ensuring the protection of the rights of national minorities whilst avoiding polarization of the society along ethnic lines, consistent with The Ljubljana Guidelines on the Integration of Diverse Societies, published by HCNM in 2012. The High Commissioner also emphasized the need for a renewed dialogue between all political and social actors to overcome difficulties, including those related to the protection of minority rights, in a consultative manner. In this context, Thors welcomed the thorough process of the curricular reform and reiterated her support to teaching of a common curriculum, regardless of the instruction language, as an effective way to integrate diverse societies and provide for common points of understanding. Thors was encouraged by the prospect of further co-operation with Croatian institutions. She also welcomed the attention given to the existing joint bilateral inter-governmental commissions. “Co-ordination of efforts with neighbouring countries in this field and the active role played by all ministries under the auspices of the State Office of Croats Abroad could consolidate the shared European aspirations in the neighbourhood,” Thors noted. The High Commissioner met a variety of key interlocutors in Zagreb. These included Zdravka Bušić, Deputy Foreign Minister; Dubravka Jurlina Alibegović, Minister of Public Administration; Predrag Šustar, Minister of Science, Education and Sports; Furio Radin, Milorad Pupovac, Ivan Radić, and Marko Sladojev, Chairperson and members of the Parliamentary Committee on Human and National Minority Rights, respectively; Aleksandar Tolnauer, President of the Council for National Minorities; Lora Vidović, Ombudsman; Branko Sočana, Director of the Government Office for Human Rights and Rights of the National Minorities; and Zvonko Milas, Head of the State Office for Croats Abroad.Related StoriesLanguage rights, participation, security and access to justice fundamental to welfare of communities in Kosovo, says High Commissioner ThorsOSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities holds fifth regional summer school on multilingual and multicultural education in Central AsiaHigh Commissioner Thors, in her OSCE Permanent Council address, discusses country engagement and highlights the increase in hate speech targeting national minorities Full Article High Commissioner on National Minorities Conflict prevention and resolution Minority rights South-Eastern Europe News
cr High Commissioner Thors, in her OSCE Permanent Council address, discusses country engagement and highlights the increase in hate speech targeting national minorities By feeds.osce.org Published On :: Fri, 03 Jun 2016 07:59:23 +0000 244381 Addressing the OSCE Permanent Council in Vienna on 2 June 2016, OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities Astrid Thors described country engagement and highlighted the disturbing increase in hate speech. The statement covered the High Commissioner’s activities since her last statement to the Permanent Council in November 2015. During this period Thors visited Kyrgyzstan, Serbia, Ukraine, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Croatia, Hungary, Slovakia and Moldova. The High Commissioner expressed concern about the increase in hate speech targeting national minorities. Thors called for renewed efforts to tackle hate speech in order to prevent tensions and to promote integration with respect for diversity. Thors also informed the Permanent Council about the work her institution is doing together with researchers to identify best practices that highlight the bridge building potential of national minorities in diverse societies. The full statement can be found here. Related StoriesOSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities holds fifth regional summer school on multilingual and multicultural education in Central AsiaLanguage rights, participation, security and access to justice fundamental to welfare of communities in Kosovo, says High Commissioner ThorsOSCE High Commissioner encourages inclusive approach to integration and education issues in Moldova and welcomes joint working group on Gagauzia Full Article High Commissioner on National Minorities Conflict prevention and resolution Minority rights News
cr Strengthening regional women’s networks is crucial in advancing gender equality, say participants at OSCE/ODIHR International Forum of Women Leaders in Minsk By feeds.osce.org Published On :: Wed, 22 Jun 2016 07:35:45 +0000 248011 New approaches to unleashing and mobilizing the potential of female leadership and the role of men as partners in achieving gender equality were the focuses of the International Forum of Women Leaders "Equal Opportunities for a Better Future", co-organized by the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) in Minsk on 21 and 22 June 2016. More than 100 participants from 21 OSCE participating States, including representatives from all of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) countries, discussed the possibilities for creating networks for women’s empowerment, explored ways of institutionalizing gender analysis, and outlined good practices for promoting women’s roles and influence in politics. A Minsk Declaration of Women Leaders was also adopted, acknowledging the main obstacles in reaching gender equality and calling for action to challenge the status quo. The forum was co-organized with Belarusian State University, Council of Europe Information Point in Minsk, the Executive Committee of the Commonwealth of Independent States, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Belarus, United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in Belarus, and Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law. "All actors, from political parties to governmental structures, should think about how they can involve women and create gender-sensitive platforms where women can substantively contribute on an equal footing with men," said Marcin Walecki, Head of ODIHR’s Democratization Department. Elena Shamal, a Member of the House of Representatives of Belarus National Assembly, said: "The 2015 Global Gender Gap Report of the World Economic Forum points out that there is not a single state in the world that could provide absolute gender equality. Today’s Forum has once again underlined the need to strengthen international, state and public co-operation for further promoting women’s participation in political and public life." Nadezda Shvedova, of the Russian Academy of Science, said: "To achieve gender equality, we need to enhance co-operation in the OSCE area and the CIS region, in particular. We are calling for the establishment of regional networks of women leaders and women’s organizations to further advance women’s participation in political and public life, for the benefit of all." This forum was organized as part of ODIHR’s programme to advance women’s political participation in the OSCE region, and with the support of the Belarus Ministries of Labour and Social Protection and of Foreign Affairs.Related StoriesODIHR trains prosecutors and lawyers in Kyrgyzstan on international standards regarding freedom of religion or beliefOSCE/ODIHR final report on early parliamentary elections in Serbia recommends comprehensive review of legislation and ensuring the level playing field for contestantsOSCE/ODIHR event in Kyiv supports dialogue platform in Verkhovna Rada on parliamentary ethics Full Article Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights Democratization Gender equality News
cr Representatives of Belarus, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan discuss implementing UNSCR 1540 at OSCE-supported meeting in Minsk By feeds.osce.org Published On :: Fri, 05 Aug 2016 10:08:00 +0000 257951 Communication and Media Relations Section Representatives of relevant ministries and other state agencies of Belarus, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan responsible for implementing provisions of UN Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1540 on preventing the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction met at an OSCE-supported peer review meeting in Minsk from 2 and 5 August 2016, to discuss progress in their work. Experts from the OSCE Conflict Prevention Centre, the UN Office for Disarmament Affairs and the UN Security Council’s 1540 Committee also attended the meeting, which was hosted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Belarus, and is the second event of its kind to be held in the OSCE region and in the world, and the first to be held in trilateral format. Opening the event, Deputy Foreign Minister of Belarus Valentin Rybakov said that the issues of non-proliferation are among his country’s priorities in the area of international security. He noted that Belarus was the first state of the former Soviet Union to voluntarily refuse the opportunity to possess weapons of mass destruction, and that the withdrawal of such weapons from the country’s territory was completed in 1996. Rybakov added that his country also initiated the adoption of the UN General Assembly resolution on prohibiting the development and manufacture of new types of weapons of mass destruction and new systems of such weapons. Adriana Volenikova of the OSCE Conflict Prevention Centre said regional co-operation on UNSCR 1540-related issues has become one of the most efficient means in bolstering national implementation and enhancing an open dialogue between countries that face similar challenges and benefit from close interaction in related areas. The three States will work on a joint report on implementation and later submit it to the UNSC 1540 Committee and the UN Security Council.Related StoriesOSCE supports training of 16 National Points of Contact on implementing UN Security Council Resolution 1540#LetsDoodle: challenging violent extremism with cartoonsOSCE Conflict Prevention Centre’s Mediation Support Team hosts brainstorming session on Dialogue in Ukraine Full Article Secretariat Conflict prevention and resolution News
cr Representatives of Belarus, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan discuss implementing UNSCR 1540 at OSCE-supported meeting in Minsk By feeds.osce.org Published On :: Fri, 05 Aug 2016 10:08:00 +0000 257951 Communication and Media Relations Section Representatives of relevant ministries and other state agencies of Belarus, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan responsible for implementing provisions of UN Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1540 on preventing the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction met at an OSCE-supported peer review meeting in Minsk from 2 and 5 August 2016, to discuss progress in their work. Experts from the OSCE Conflict Prevention Centre, the UN Office for Disarmament Affairs and the UN Security Council’s 1540 Committee also attended the meeting, which was hosted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Belarus, and is the second event of its kind to be held in the OSCE region and in the world, and the first to be held in trilateral format. Opening the event, Deputy Foreign Minister of Belarus Valentin Rybakov said that the issues of non-proliferation are among his country’s priorities in the area of international security. He noted that Belarus was the first state of the former Soviet Union to voluntarily refuse the opportunity to possess weapons of mass destruction, and that the withdrawal of such weapons from the country’s territory was completed in 1996. Rybakov added that his country also initiated the adoption of the UN General Assembly resolution on prohibiting the development and manufacture of new types of weapons of mass destruction and new systems of such weapons. Adriana Volenikova of the OSCE Conflict Prevention Centre said regional co-operation on UNSCR 1540-related issues has become one of the most efficient means in bolstering national implementation and enhancing an open dialogue between countries that face similar challenges and benefit from close interaction in related areas. The three States will work on a joint report on implementation and later submit it to the UNSC 1540 Committee and the UN Security Council.Related StoriesOSCE supports training of 16 National Points of Contact on implementing UN Security Council Resolution 1540#LetsDoodle: challenging violent extremism with cartoonsOSCE Conflict Prevention Centre’s Mediation Support Team hosts brainstorming session on Dialogue in Ukraine Full Article Secretariat Conflict prevention and resolution News
cr Raising awareness of human trafficking in crisis situations is objective of OSCE Special Representative’s Ukraine visit By feeds.osce.org Published On :: Fri, 05 Aug 2016 14:10:53 +0000 KYIV, 5 AUGUST 2016 –OSCE Special Representative and Co-ordinator for Combating Trafficking in Human Beings, Madina Jarbussynova, on Friday concluded an official visit to Ukraine aimed at raising awareness of human trafficking and the risks encountered by the most vulnerable groups as a consequence of the current crisis. During her five-day visit, she met with representatives of the Donetsk Oblast state administration and female Internally Displaced People (IDPs) in Kramatorsk. Ambassador Jarbussynova also travelled to Kharkiv to talk to relevant civil society representatives about the situation on the ground, how to prevent the expansion of the conflict-driven human trafficking phenomenon, and to evaluate existing mechanisms of identifying, referring and assisting victims of trafficking in human beings. “More than one-and-a-half million citizens have been displaced – a vast number that demands a comprehensive response,” Jarbussynova said. “This vulnerable group can easily find itself in situations where human trafficking may occur.” In Kyiv, the OSCE Special Representative met with Ukrainian authorities to discuss progress in anti-trafficking measures and review future plans. “The Government of Ukraine has recently demonstrated a high level of commitment to addressing human trafficking, particularly in enhancing its victim identification efforts and in filing cases to relevant courts”, said Jarbussynova. At the same time, she noted that there are still considerable gaps in the National Referral Mechanism for victims, and that long-term, sustainable measures should be sought. The Special Representative travels regularly to Ukraine, engaging with high-level authorities and holding training sessions together with the Special Monitoring Mission and the OSCE Project Co-ordinator to strengthen the capacity of the Ukrainian institutions and OSCE monitors to spot human trafficking trends and to report on alleged cases.Related StoriesSpecial Representative praises Bulgaria for efforts to eliminate modern-day slaveryWinners of OSCE design contest challenge violent extremism with creative cartoonsOSCE organizes field study in sustainable energy for the OSCE Mediterranean Partner Countries. Full Article Secretariat Combating human trafficking Eastern Europe Press release
cr OSCE/ODIHR Director Link criticizes call for reintroduction of death penalty by Tajikistan’s Prosecutor General By feeds.osce.org Published On :: Fri, 05 Aug 2016 15:06:56 +0000 WARSAW, 6 August 2016 – Michael Georg Link, Director of the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR), today criticized the call by the Prosecutor General of Tajikistan for the reintroduction of the death penalty, and expressed concern over recent discussions related to removing the bans on capital punishment in some other OSCE participating States. “Countries in the OSCE have committed themselves to consider the complete abolition of capital punishment, not to reconsider that abolition,” the ODIHR Director said. “Yesterday’s call by the Prosecutor General in Tajikistan for the reintroduction of capital punishment in that country is completely out of place in a region where most of the countries recognize the inherently cruel, inhuman and degrading nature of a punishment that fails to act as a deterrent and makes any miscarriage of justice irreversible.” Tajikistan’s Prosecutor-General, Yusuf Rahmon, told a press conference yesterday that perpetrators of premeditated murder, terrorists and traitors must be punished by death. His words followed similar statements by other leaders, among them President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey and President Viktor Orban of Hungary, suggesting that the reinstitution of the death penalty should be opened for discussion. Tajikistan suspended the application of the death penalty in 2004, while Turkey and Hungary completely abolished capital punishment, in 2004 and 1990, respectively. “Rather than reversing its course, it is my hope that Tajikistan will take further steps toward the complete abolition of the death penalty,” he said. “It is also my hope that Turkey, remains with the vast majority of the OSCE participating States and will continue to act as a strong advocate for the global abolition, as it has in recent years.”Related StoriesOSCE/ODIHR opens observation mission for parliamentary elections in BelarusODIHR Director Link and IHRA Chair Constantinescu, on day to commemorate genocide against Roma and Sinti, say greater efforts needed to protect endangered memorial sites and ensure dignity of victimsODIHR trains prosecutors and lawyers in Kyrgyzstan on international standards regarding freedom of religion or belief Full Article Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights Human rights Central Asia Press release
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cr Video Games Inspired Animated Anthology Series 'Secret Level' Trailer By www.firstshowing.net Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 18:05:22 +0000 "How much would you risk just to discover what you're capable of?" Prime Video has launched their main official trailer for the "revolutionary" new animated anthology series called Secret Level, the successor to the acclaimed Love, Death + Robots anthology series on Netflix. This time, Tim Miller and Blur Studios (the same studio that made Love, Death + Robots) are focusing on video games, launching with a collection of 15 animated short films. Secret Level is a new adult-animated anthology series featuring original stories set within the worlds of some of the most beloved video games. A "celebration of games and gamers." Each episode of Secret Level serves as a gateway to a new adventure, unlocking exciting worlds from gaming classics and highly anticipated new titles. Games referenced include Armored Core, Crossfire, Dungeons & Dragons, Honor of Kings, Mega Man, Pac-Man, Spelunky, The Outer Worlds, Unreal Tournament, as well as Warhammer 40,000. So many talented video game designers have been secretly working on this for the past few years. This is an extraordinary trailer - so emotional, so exciting, packed with stunning footage. I cannot wait to see what they've been cooking up here! What a geeky surprise for us […] Full Article Animation Sci-Fi Short Film Streaming To Watch Trailer
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cr We must use genetic technologies now to avert the coming food crisis - New Scientist By news.google.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 18:01:41 GMT We must use genetic technologies now to avert the coming food crisis New Scientist Full Article
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cr I Use Mirrors and Reflections to Add a Creative Twist to My Smartphone Photos: Here's How By www.makeuseof.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 22:45:13 GMT Reflections add depth to an image. Here's my approach to capturing them with my smartphone. Full Article Creative Smartphone Photography Photography Tips
cr NYT's The Mini crossword answers, hints for November 13, 2024 By mashable.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 09:35:20 +0000 Answers to each clue for the November 13, 2024 edition of NYT's The Mini crossword puzzle. Full Article
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cr Scientists discover mysterious deep sea creature. It hunts with a hood. By mashable.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0000 Scientists discovered a fascinating new deep sea animal they call the "mystery mollusc," and captured footage of the glowing nudibranch in its dark ocean habitat. Full Article
cr Mini crossword answers for November 13 By mashable.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 10:00:46 +0000 Answers to each clue for the November 13, 2024 edition of Arkadium daily mini crossword on Mashable.com. Full Article
cr Get a tiny Crock-Pot perfect for warm meals on the go for just $30 at Amazon By mashable.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 15:47:55 +0000 As of Nov. 13, the Crock-Pot 20-ounce electric lunch box is available at Amazon for $29.99, a $15 discount. Full Article
cr Score up to 50% off espresso machines and craft your favorite drinks at home this winter By mashable.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 17:39:14 +0000 Espresso machines from De'Longhi, Nespresso, Cafe, and more are up to 50% off. Full Article
cr Why is the internet 'crashing out?' By mashable.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 19:16:00 +0000 The internet is, all of a sudden, using the term 'crash out.' Why? Full Article
cr I stopped doomscrolling after the election. You should too. By mashable.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 22:29:37 +0000 How I stopped worrying and learned to leave social media: Why focusing on self-care is what we need to move forward after 2024. Full Article
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cr Onur Genç (BBVA): "No dudaremos en retirarnos de la OPA si no hay creación de valor" en la decisión de la CNMC By www.elmundo.es Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 21:37:47 +0100 El consejero delegado de BBVA reitera la advertencia que ya trasladó a la SEC de EEUU, mientras que el CEO de Sabadell, César González-Bueno, señala que ya se ha personado ante Competencia Leer Full Article economía BBVA Banco Sabadell Banca Artículos María Hernández
cr El crepúsculo del faraón Hawas By www.elmundo.es Published On :: 2011-07-18T01:23:00Z Rey de los flashes en el ritual de los descubrimientos. El todopoderoso que condecía los permisos para excavar. El faraón Zahi Hawas, alcanzado por la purga, concluye su viaje al frente del Ministerio de Antigüedades egipcio. Un filón comercial y mediático que sirvió a un dictador y trató de cortejar a los jóvenes de la revolución. Full Article
cr El crimen del deshonor By www.elmundo.es Published On :: 2011-07-21T05:54:00Z Reconstrucción del cruel asesinato de la joven palestina Ayah a manos de su fanático tío en lo que se llama "crimen de honor" y que puede provocar un cambio de ley ante una práctica camuflada en el silencio. Full Article
cr El baloncesto en Silla de Ruedas doblega la crisis diplomática By www.elmundo.es Published On :: 2011-09-08T08:09:00Z Pese a la crisis sin precedentes en las relaciones bilaterales, israelíes y turcos se encuentran y elogian en Israel con motivo del Europeo en Silla de Ruedas. Full Article
cr El museo virtual de las prisiones del ISIS: recrean la ingente red de edificios de tortura de los fanáticos By www.elmundo.es Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 21:34:39 +0100 La tecnología 3D ha permitido recorrer las cárceles del ISIS en Irak y Siria y documentar sus crímenes de guerra. La exposición ha sido posible gracias al testimonio de decenas de ex presos Leer Full Article Estado Islámico Siria Irak Mosul cultura Exposiciones Artículos Javier Espinosa
cr La científica que ha descubierto la 'tecla' para levantarse del sofá contra la obesidad: "Si no criticamos a quien tiene depresión, tampoco al que esté obeso" By www.elmundo.es Published On :: Thu, 14 Nov 2024 00:37:20 +0100 Guadalupe Sabio lidera un proyecto para hacer frente a las enfermedades cardiacas Leer Full Article Madrid Comunidad de Madrid Ciencia y Salud
cr Cristiano Ronaldo y la desigualdad By www.elmundo.es Published On :: 2015-01-20T13:18:00Z Uno de los vicios más gordos de los españoles es que preferimos ver al vecino tan fastidiado como nosotros en vez de contemplar su Porsche desde nuestro Fiat Punto. Full Article
cr #EsAhora31E, crónica de una 'manifa' anunciada By www.elmundo.es Published On :: 2015-01-31T15:26:00Z Full Article
cr No me creo las encuestas By www.elmundo.es Published On :: 2015-03-27T12:40:00Z No sabe uno si las encuestas reflejan esa cosa tan imprecisa que llaman estado de opinión o simplemente se lo inventan. Full Article