Amnesty International Report Reveals Appalling Conditions Faced by Contracted Workers in Amazon Warehouses in Saudi Arabia Amnesty International has released a new report exposing the abuse and exploitation of contracted workers in Amazon warehouses in Saudi Arabia. The report, titled “Don’t worry, it’s a branch of Amazon,” details how these […]
Day: October 13, 2023
Hope for Safety: Examining the Perception of Extreme Weather Events in Global South Cities
Less than half of people in Global South cities feel safe from extreme weather events, but hope remains – Greenpeace Amsterdam, The Netherlands – A recent opinion poll commissioned by Greenpeace International in seven major cities across the Global South has revealed that less than half of the people feel […]
Accountability in Israel: Addressing Palestinian Militant Actions Targeting Civilians
Hamas and Palestinian Armed Groups Commit War Crimes Amnesty International has condemned Hamas and other Palestinian armed groups for flagrantly violating international law and displaying a chilling disregard for human life. These groups have been accused of committing cruel and brutal crimes, including mass summary killings, hostage-taking, and indiscriminate rocket […]
The Human Cost of Violence in Israel and Palestine: Examining the Failure to Uphold International Law
Israel/Palestine: Devastating Civilian Toll as Parties Flout Legal Obligations Introduction In the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine, devastating civilian casualties continue to mount as both parties flout their legal obligations and disregard international law. The recent assault by Palestinian armed groups on October 7, 2023, resulted in the deaths […]
The Blurred Boundaries of Nature and Cities: Exploring the Intersection of Urbanization and the Environment
Does nature really end where cities begin? The Interconnectedness of Nature and Cities On October 2nd, UN World Habitat Day marked the beginning of Urban October, a month dedicated to promoting sustainable urbanization and recognizing the vital role cities play in protecting nature and biodiversity. At first glance, the combination […]
Facing Criticism: EU’s Frontex Dragged to Court over Lack of Transparency on Libyan Cooperation
Amnesty International Calls for Transparency in Frontex Operations Background On October 11th, 2023, the General Court of the European Union will hold a hearing on the case Naass and Sea-Watch v Frontex. The case raises concerns over Frontex‘s lack of transparency regarding its involvement in maritime interceptions and alleged human […]
Blaming the Blameless: Kazakhstan Parliamentarian Calls to Punish the Victim
Injustice in Kazakhstan: Outrageous Proposal Raises Alarms about Domestic Violence A Call to Criminalize Domestic Violence A recent proposal by a Kazakhstani parliamentarian to punish women for “provoking” abuse by their husbands has brought attention to the urgent need to criminalize domestic violence in the country. Amantai Zharkynbek, a deputy […]
Israel’s Blockade on Gaza: A Call for Urgent Humanitarian Intervention
Gaza Power Plant Shutdown Exacerbates Humanitarian Crisis Introduction The recent shutdown of Gaza‘s only power plant by Israeli authorities has plunged the already devastated Gaza Strip into an even more desperate humanitarian crisis. With over 2.2 million people trapped in the area, the power outage comes amid a massive bombing […]
The Climate Justice Walk: Mobilizing the Masses in Pursuit of a Sustainable Future
The Climate Justice Walk: A People’s Journey for Climate Justice Background In the wake of the devastating Typhoon Haiyan in 2013, which claimed the lives of over 6,000 people and caused widespread destruction in the Philippines, a coalition of climate and human rights advocates embarked on a solidarity walk from […]
A Critical Examination of UK’s Decision to Abandon Rwanda Asylum Transfer Plan
Abandon Rwanda Asylum Transfer Plan: New Report Documents Rwanda’s Global Targeting of Rwandan Refugees, Critics Background The recently published report by Human Rights Watch has shed light on the alarming situation in Rwanda, where authorities and their proxies are resorting to violence, judicial mechanisms, and intimidation to silence criticism from […]