A Practical Guide for Human Rights Activists, Practitioners, and Survivors Document grave violations across expanding conflict zones, protect victims and witnesses, and pursue international justice Date: March 2026     Disclaimer   This Advisory Report is intended solely for general informational and educational purposes. It summarises publicly available guidance from the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), the International Criminal Court (ICC), and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) as of March 2026.   It does not constitute legal advice, security advice, medical advice, or any form of professional counsel. The authors, editors, and distributors (including Tamil Oli Canada) expressly disclaim all liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential harm — including physical injury, psychological trauma, digital surveillance, legal reprisals, or loss of evidence — that may result from the use, misuse, or relianc...

Reclaiming the Tamil Homeland: The Indigenous Right to Self-Determination of Sri Lankan Tamils in the North and East An Evidence-Based Advocacy Dossier on Archaeological Continuity, Demographic Realities, Cultural Hospitality, Identity Distinctions, and International Legal Remedies Introduction: This dossier compiles and expands upon verified demographic, historical, archaeological, and legal evidence to advocate for the recognition of Sri Lankan Tamils (Eelam Tamils) as the indigenous people of the northern and eastern provinces—their traditional Tamil homeland (Tamil Eelam in historical nomenclature). It integrates national census data, scholarly analyses, and primary archaeological findings to demonstrate a deep-rooted presence predating major South Indian dynastic invasions, the distinct identity from colonial-era Malaiyagam Tamils, evidence of Tamil hospitality toward Buddhism, and the legitimacy of contemporary demands under international law. The provinces have long fo...

U.S. and Israel Strike Iran; Iran Responds with Regional Missiles – February 28, 2026 Update -             Joint U.S.Israeli military operation, dubbed “Operation Epic Fury” by the U.S. and “Roaring Lion” by Israel, began early today with strikes on Iranian leadership sites, military bases, and missile facilities in Tehran and other cities. -             Iran responded swiftly with ballistic missiles and drones targeting Israel and U.S. bases in multiple Gulf countries; most were intercepted, but debris caused limited casualties. -             Civilian casualties reported primarily in Iran, including dozens of schoolchildren killed in strikes on educational sites per Iranian sources (figures range 40–85 at one school); one civilian death confirmed in the UAE from debris. -         ...