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The Council of Europe urges a halt to weapons deliveries to Gaza amid a worsening humanitarian crisis, defending human rights across 46 nations.

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Turkey Detains Opposition Figures Amid Crackdown

Turkish authorities have detained opposition figures including Istanbul's mayor Ekrem Imamoglu and youth activist Enes Hocaogullari. Imamoglu faces a potential prison sentence over alleged forgery, while Hocaogullari was released pending trial after criticizing government policies at a Council of Europe meeting. Both cases highlight ongoing tensions between Turkey and Western institutions.

Court Allows Palestine Action Ban Challenge

On October 17, 2025, the UK Court of Appeal rejected the Home Office's attempt to block a judicial review challenging the proscription of Palestine Action as a terrorist group. Co-founder Huda Ammori will challenge the ban in the High Court starting November 25. The ban, effective since July, criminalizes membership and support, leading to over 2,000 arrests. The case raises questions about free speech and protest rights amid ongoing pro-Palestinian activism.