The EU Fails Ethiopia‘s Victims: No Action Following Scathing UN Report October 4, 2023 European Union members have failed to renew international scrutiny of the human rights situation in Ethiopia, according to a report by Human Rights Watch. The report highlights the important prevention role that the United Nations Human […]
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Europe’s Lost Opportunity: EU’s Failure to Uphold Human Rights in Ethiopia
EU Fails Ethiopia‘s Victims: No Action Following Scathing Report Highlighting UN’s Prevention Role The European Union Backtracks on Support for Scrutiny in Ethiopia The European Union and its member states have failed to renew their support for continued international scrutiny of the human rights situation in Ethiopia at the United […]
Amnesty International Urges Niger to Release Detained Journalist Samira Sabou
Enforced Disappearance of Samira Sabou Highlights Press Freedom Issues in Niger Concerns Raised by Amnesty International Amnesty International has expressed deep concern over the enforced disappearance of journalist and blogger Samira Sabou in Niger. Sabou was taken from her home on September 30th by masked men claiming to be members […]
“Balancing National Security and Humanitarianism: Pakistan’s Handling of Afghan Refugees”
Crackdown on Afghan Refugees in Pakistan Raises Concerns for Humanitarian Treatment Background Pakistan‘s recent announcement of a crackdown on “illegal immigrants,” including Afghan refugees, has raised concerns among human rights organizations. The Interior Minister’s order has put thousands of Afghan refugees at risk, as they now face the threat of […]
The Power of Social Movements: Unveiling Solutions for a World at a Crossroads
Reflections on the 75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights The Historical Context of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights The signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948 marked a significant turning point in human history. The world was reeling from the atrocities committed during […]
Social Movements in the Americas: Paving the Path Forward
The Continuing Relevance of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights A Historical Context This year marks the 75th anniversary of the signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, a landmark document that aimed to establish a series of basic agreements to guarantee freedom, equality, and dignity for everyone. At […]
“Silencing Justice: The Perilous Plight of a Human Rights Lawyer in China”
Detention of Chinese Human Rights Lawyer Lu Siwei Raises Concerns Background Chinese human rights lawyer Lu Siwei has been confirmed to be detained in China after being arrested in Laos in July. Lu’s detention has alarmed human rights organizations, who fear he is at risk of torture and other ill-treatment. […]
India’s Crackdown on Dissenting Media: Arrests and Raids at NewsClick Raise Concerns
Indian Government’s Crackdown on Independent Media Introduction The recent arrests of NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha and HR head Amit Chakravarty, along with the raids on the homes and offices of journalists associated with digital news media, have drawn widespread criticism and raised concerns about press freedom in India. These arrests, […]
The EU’s Controversial Migration Agreement: A Risky and Excessive Approach
A Controversial Agreement: EU’s Risky and Excessive Approach to Migration Introduction In response to the recent news of EU leaders reaching an agreement on how to handle sudden increases in arrivals at Europe’s borders, as well as cases of so-called ‘instrumentalisation’ of migrants, Amnesty International has expressed deep concern regarding […]
Raising Alarm: Escalating Clashes in Lebanon Imperil Education of Countless Children
Clashes in Lebanon Risk Disrupting Education for Thousands of Children Introduction Violent clashes that erupted on July 31 in the Ain el-Helweh camp in Lebanon have reportedly resulted in the deaths of at least 30 people, the injury of hundreds, and the displacement of thousands. These clashes have had severe […]