United Kingdom: SIAC allows deportation based on diplomatic assurances

On 26 February, the Special Immigration Appeals Commission (SIAC) dismissed an appeal by a Muslim cleric, Abu Qatada against his deportation to Jordan. Abu Qatada argued that he was at risk of being tortured if deported to Jordan. The Commission rejected his claim on...

Philippines: President signs anti-terrorism bill into law

On 6 March, President Arroyo signed into law the Human Security Act of 2007, a new anti-terrorism law passed by Congress at a special session in February. On 13 March, Martin Scheinin, UN Human Rights Council expert on counter-terrorism and human rights, expressed...
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