Shaheer Choudhury

Shaheer Choudhury

As Head of Editorial at Islam21c, Shaheer is a regular contributor who has an unwavering passion and commitment for staying on the pulse in regards to global geopolitical and general current affairs, whilst paying close attention to the changing world conditions of Muslim populations. Prior to joining Islam21c, he developed a number of years' experience in the health and social care sector, and previously worked as a caseworker at HHUGS. He has also volunteered at the Muslim Youth Helpline. Shaheer holds a bachelor's degree in Business Management from Kingston University.

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ICC initiates investigation into Israeli war crimes – US strongly opposes

21 Raj 42 ◦︎ 5 Mar 21 7 Min Read

“Today, I confirm the initiation ... of an investigation respecting the Situation in Palestine. The investigation will cover crimes within the jurisdiction of the Court that are alleged to have been committed in the Situation since 13 June 2014, the date to which reference is made in the Referral of the Situation to my Office.”

Reporters without Borders lawsuit: MBS “responsible for crimes against humanity”

20 Raj 42 ◦︎ 4 Mar 21 4 Min Read

“Those responsible for the persecution of journalists in Saudi Arabia, including the murder of Jamal Khashoggi, must be held accountable for their crimes...No one should be above international law, especially when crimes against humanity are at stake.”

UN human rights commissioner condemns Chinese genocidal acts towards Uyghurs

16 Raj 42 ◦︎ 28 Feb 21 6 Min Read

The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights has called out China for its sickening treatment of the Uyghur population in Xinjiang.

Biden mulls future of US troops in Afghanistan prior to May deadline

16 Raj 42 ◦︎ 28 Feb 21 5 Min Read

The 46th president faces a May 2021 cut-off point to decide on the future of American intervention in a vastly unpopular war in the landlocked nation nestled within Central and South Asia.

UN demands Israel halt demolition of Bedouin village in Jordan Valley

16 Raj 42 ◦︎ 28 Feb 21 4 Min Read

“We reiterate our call on Israel to halt demolitions and confiscations... We further call on Israel to allow full, sustained and unimpeded humanitarian access to the community in Humsa Al-Baqaia.”

Saudi-US diplomatic reset looms after intelligence report holds MBS accountable for Khashoggi assassination

16 Raj 42 ◦︎ 28 Feb 21 8 Min Read

The United States released a hotly anticipated bombshell report on its intelligence community’s assessment of the disappearance and killing of the renowned Saudi author and journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

Jamal Khashoggi: US intelligence report expected to hold MBS responsible for murder of outspoken journalist

15 Raj 42 ◦︎ 27 Feb 21 5 Min Read

“Once we have further evidence, it will be really impossible for the rest of the world to ignore whatever information will be provided...”

Germany: Syrian ex-intelligence colonel culpable as accomplice to crimes against humanity

13 Raj 42 ◦︎ 25 Feb 21 6 Min Read

In what is being described as a rare and “historic” victory, 44-year-old Eyad al-Gharib has finally been handed a jail term.

Canadian parliament agrees Uyghur oppression amounts to genocide

12 Raj 42 ◦︎ 24 Feb 21 6 Min Read

The leader of the Conservatives said the motion was intended to send a “clear and unequivocal signal that we will stand up for human rights and the dignity of human rights, even if it means sacrificing some economic opportunity”.

One dead and thousands homeless after Kenyan police violently evict Nubian community

11 Raj 42 ◦︎ 23 Feb 21 6 Min Read

The demolition of the community’s mosque came without warning, with over 3,500 men, women and children now forcefully evicted from a settlement they had lived in for 83 years.