The EU Should Ban the Use of Hazardous Herbicide Glyphosate July 31, 2023 | By Introduction The European Commission’s push for the reapproval of the herbicide glyphosate for use in the European Union has raised concerns about the adequacy of the reapproval process, particularly in assessing the health and environmental […]
Month: July 2023
Authorities in Bangladesh at crossroads: Prioritizing de-escalation and respecting protesters’ rights
Escalating Violence and Excessive Use of Force in Bangladesh Protests Threaten Human Rights Urgent Need to De-escalate the Situation The recent opposition-led protests in Bangladesh against the ruling party have taken a dangerous turn, with escalating violence, excessive use of force, and widespread arrests. Smriti Singh, the Interim Regional Director […]
Revamping the Economic System: Tackling Earth Overshoot Day with Innovative Solutions
Earth Overshoot Day: Addressing the Root Causes of Unsustainability Rethinking the Economic System for a Sustainable Future Earth Overshoot Day serves as a stark reminder that humanity is pushing the limits of our planet’s ability to support life. The Global Footprint Network’s analysis shows that we have exceeded Earth’s capacity […]
Panama’s Indigenous Community: A Call for Enhanced Relocation Support
Panama‘s Indigenous Community in Urgent Need of Support for Relocation Panama‘s Guna Indigenous people living on the island of Gardi Sugdub face imminent threats to their rights due to sea level rise and overcrowding. Despite planning their relocation to a safer mainland site for over a decade, the community has […]
Repercussions of the EU’s Sanctions on Congo and Rwanda Army Officers
EU Sanctions Congo, Rwanda Army Officers to Address M23 Abuses, Sanctions on More Senior Officials Also Needed Background On Friday, the European Union (EU) imposed targeted financial and travel sanctions against several individuals from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Rwanda, and Tanzania for their involvement in human rights violations […]
The Healthcare Crisis in Togo: Women Forced to Give Birth on the Floor
Togolese Authorities Urgently Need to Strengthen Access to Maternal Healthcare Introduction In commemoration of African Women‘s Day, Amnesty International has called upon the Togolese authorities to take immediate action to enhance access to maternal healthcare in the country and address the concerning infant and neonatal mortality rates. According to UNICEF, […]
Forcible Eviction, Displacement, and Segregation: The Ongoing Struggle for Palestinians in Israel/OPT
Israeli Court Approves Forced Eviction of Palestinian Bedouins, Amplifying Discrimination The Plight of Ras Jrabah’s Residents An Israeli court has recently ruled in favor of the forced eviction of 500 Palestinian Bedouins in the Negev/Naqab region, sparking outrage and condemnation from international human rights organization Amnesty International. The court decision, […]
Russia’s Suppression of Dissent: TV Rain Banned for Critical Reporting
Russia Bans ‘TV Rain’ for Critical Reporting Clampdown Shows Russians’ Need for Independent Broadcasting More than Ever Introduction In a concerning development for press freedom and free expression in Russia, authorities have recently banned TV Rain, a prominent independent online broadcaster. The ban is part of Russia‘s ongoing efforts to […]
The Untold Stories: Voices of Resilience and Healing in West Darfur
Dispatches: Survivors Speak Out on Sexual Violence in West Darfur Introduction In a recent report by Human Rights Watch, the survivors of sexual violence in West Darfur have bravely come forward to share their harrowing experiences. The report sheds light on the atrocities committed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) […]
The Disturbing Execution of Two Men in Bangladesh: A Grim Reflection of Human Rights Violations
Amnesty International Condemns Recent Executions in Bangladesh Continued Use of the Death Penalty Raises Concerns Amnesty International, a leading global human rights organization, has strongly condemned the recent executions of two men on death row in the Rajshahi Central Jail of Bangladesh. The death penalty expert at Amnesty International, Chiara […]