Widespread abuses of human rights and international humanitarian law are a common feature of modern conflicts. Civilians, particularly women and children, are the main victims in these wars. Severa…
Law enforcement officials throughout the world may have to use force in the course of their duties. But unlike many of the activities for which law enforcement officials are responsible (e.g. traff…
Torture can take various forms, and some of the most common methods are described below. They include: beatings, imposition of electric shocks, hanging by the arms or legs, rape, sexual assault, or…