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· January, 2018
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Countries in Western Europe 
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Stories about Western Europe from January, 2018

31 January 2018

Spanish Activist Helena Maleno's Trial in Morocco Is ‘a Way to Intimidate’ Human Rights Defenders, Her Supporters Say

Written by Elisa Marvena ·

Helena Maleno is accused of participating in a human trafficking network for her work assisting migrants who run into trouble during the dangerous Mediterranean Sea crossing to Europe.

22 January 2018

‘Crimes of Solidarity’ Once Again Lead to Outcry in France

Written by Suzanne Lehn ·

While the controversial new bill on immigration is under review by the parliament, harassment of migrants and those who dare to help them is in full throttle in France.

11 January 2018

Netizen Report: Fearful of ‘Fake News’, Lawmakers in France and Brazil Want to Limit Free Speech Before Elections

Written by Netizen Report Team ·
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