Tag: Mental health
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UN Security Council Unanimously Renews Sudan Sanctions Amid Ongoing Conflict and Humanitarian Crisis
The United Nations Security Council has unanimously voted to renew sanctions on Sudan for another year amid ongoing conflict that has taken a severe toll on civilians. These sanctions include asset freezes, travel bans, and an arms embargo specifically in the western region of Darfur. Despite this decision, rights activists and organizations argue that the…
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Netherlands Faces Intense Debate Over Expanding Euthanasia Laws Amid Rising Complexity in Cases
The Netherlands is at the forefront of a complex debate on the expansion of its euthanasia laws, reflecting on the evolving nature of physician-assisted death since its legalization in 2001. With euthanasia cases rising from less than 2,000 to over 9,000 annually, the country faces challenges in addressing both physical and psychological suffering under its…