The Communist Party of Bangladesh (Marxist–Leninist), commonly known as CPBML, is an important component of the left-wing political tradition in Bangladesh. The party emerged from the post-independence political reality, particularly in the context of ideological and strategic divisions within the communist movement during the 1970s. After the independence of Bangladesh in 1971, many left-wing activists realized that although political independence had been achieved, economic and social (…)

This International Human Rights Day, we, Women's Peace Network (WPN) raise alarm at the deteriorating situation of human rights across the world, reexpress our solidarity with all victims and survivors of human rights violations, and call for urgent actions for their justice. In Myanmar, a human rights catastrophe continues to rapidly deteriorate. The Burmese military is intensifying its air strikes and ground attacks against civilians and civilian objects, including homes, schools, (…)

Freedom of expression is shrinking, and Israel is increasingly resembling a grotesque dictatorship. The case of Yael Levkovitz is a warning sign Yael Levkovitz. “This time I was singled out, but it could happen to anyone.” Credit: Tomer Appelbaum Tuesday, 8:30 A.M. three weeks ago. Yael Levkovitz, a math teacher at an elementary school in Tel Aviv, is on her way to the office of the director of the Education Ministry's Tel Aviv District. After arriving on the 10th floor of an office (…)