Israel‘s Use of White Phosphorus in Gaza and Lebanon: A Violation of International Humanitarian Law Introduction Israel‘s recent use of white phosphorus during military operations in Gaza and Lebanon has drawn significant international concern. Human Rights Watch, a leading human rights organization, has released evidence showing the use of this […]
Day: October 13, 2023
“Mozambique’s Pre-Election Crackdown: A Step Backward for Democracy”
Dispatches: Mozambique Police Crack Down on Opposition Before Election Results Authorities Need to Ensure Accountability, Protect Candidates’ and Voters’ Rights Tensions are mounting in Mozambique as the country waits for the results of the recent municipal elections. The lead-up to voting day was marked by increased security measures following violent […]
Greenpeace Calls on Antarctic Ocean Commission to Prioritize Ocean Protection
Greenpeace Urges Progress on Ocean Protection at Antarctic Ocean Commission Meeting Risks to Antarctic Marine Ecosystems Amsterdam-based organization Greenpeace International has warned that the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR) continues to fall short of its responsibility for Antarctic conservation. While CCAMLR grants new fishing licenses […]
The Battle for Equality: Nepal Courts Deny Recognition of Same-Sex Marriages
Nepal Courts Refuse to Register Same-Sex Marriages Background Two lower courts in Nepal have recently denied a couple the recognition of their marriage, defying the Supreme Court‘s recent interim order to register same-sex marriages while legislative change is pending. This raises concerns over the protection of LGBTQ+ rights and the […]
“The Fight for Justice: Tales of Activism Against Fluxys’ Harmful Gas Imports”
Activists Face Prosecution for Protest Against Destructive Gas Imports The Arrest and Detention On April 29 in Zeebrugge, Belgium, a group of 22 activists from Greenpeace staged a peaceful action against Fluxys, an LNG transport company, to denounce their increase in US liquefied gas imports into Europe. Four of these […]
The Power of Reliable and Efficient Public Transport: Showcasing Tokyo, Manila, and Tarragona
Stories of the Importance of Reliable and Efficient Public Transport Introduction Greenpeace has been advocating for affordable and accessible public transport as a fundamental need around the world. It is an issue that affects individuals, communities, and the global population as a whole. Reliable and efficient public transport can transform […]
Russian Justice System Under Fire: The Urgent Need to Halt Arbitrary Prosecution of Aleksei Navalny’s Defense Team
Arrest of Navalny’s Lawyers Highlights the Erosion of Rule of Law in Russia Attacks on Navalny’s Legal Defense The recent arrest of three lawyers representing Aleksei Navalny, the prominent Russian opposition leader, has raised concerns about the erosion of the rule of law in Russia. Amnesty International’s Deputy Director for […]
Russian Human Rights Defender Convicted for “Discrediting” the Armed Forces: A Blow to Freedom of Expression and Civil Liberties
Top Russian Human Rights Defender Convicted for “Discrediting” the Armed Forces The Verdict A Moscow court has found Oleg Orlov, a prominent Russian human rights defender, guilty of “discrediting” the military and sentenced him to a fine of 150,000 rubles (approximately $1,500). This verdict is a clear violation of the […]
The Dehumanization of Immigrants: Examining the Extreme Anti-Immigrant Proposals in Texas
Extreme Anti-Immigrant Proposals in Texas Bills Would Imprison Young Texans, Give Law Enforcement Outsized Power Introduction In a move that has sparked widespread concern among human rights advocates, Texas Governor Greg Abbott has called a special session of the Texas legislature to consider extreme anti-immigrant proposals. These proposals, if passed, […]
Cameroon’s Bloody Divide: Armed Separatists Caught on Camera
Cameroon: Video Shows Killing by Armed Separatists Separatist Leaders Should Rein in Fighters; Cameroon’s Partners Should Impose Sanctions Cameroon’s ongoing conflict between armed separatist groups and the government has taken a disturbing turn with the release of a video showing the public execution of two unarmed men by separatist fighters. […]