Gulf States intensify restrictions on trade unions and expression amid conflict and economic turmoil

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Severe violation of human rights and labor freedoms with global implications. | The GCC's intensified restrictions on fundamental rights constitute a severe violation of human rights and labor standards, directly undermining SDG 8 (Decent Work) and SDG 16 (Peace & Justice). The crackdown on expression and association disproportionately affects migrant workers, violating core UDHR and ILO conventions. This action represents a regressive step with global implications for labor rights and democrati