The Urgent Call to Action at the UN General Assembly: Addressing the Crisis in Gaza A Crisis of Humanitarian Proportions The emergency session of the United Nations General Assembly on Israel and Palestine provides an opportunity for member states to take immediate action and address the dire situation in the […]
Day: October 25, 2023
Why Countries Must Rally Behind an ICC Investigation on Israel-Palestine
Countries Should Back ICC Investigation on Israel–Palestine: Important Opportunity to Speak Up for Justice The ongoing hostilities between Israel and Palestinian armed groups have resulted in horrific crimes with devastating consequences for civilians. The lack of accountability for past abuses has only exacerbated the current violations, which continue to escalate. […]
The Release of Can Atalay: A Long Overdue Ruling by the Turkish Court
The Turkish Constitutional Court Rules in Favor of Can Atalay’s Release A Long-awaited Decision Upholding Justice The Turkish Constitutional Court has ruled today that the continued detention of Can Atalay, a member of the Turkish parliament, is a violation of his rights. In response to this ruling, Amnesty International’s Research […]
Kyrgyzstan’s Proposed NGO Law: A Menace to Civil Society
Kyrgyzstani Parliament Adopts Restrictive Amendments to NGO Law Introduction In a concerning move, the Kyrgyzstani parliament has adopted amendments to a law that would severely restrict freedom of association and hinder the work of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in the country. Amnesty International’s Central Asia Researcher, Maisy Weicherding, has expressed disappointment […]
A Stride Towards Equality: Japan’s Landmark Win for Transgender Rights
Victory for Transgender Rights in Japan: Supreme Court Rules Compulsory Sterilization Unconstitutional Introduction In a landmark ruling, Japan‘s Supreme Court has declared the country’s law mandating sterilization surgery for transgender individuals as a prerequisite for legal gender recognition unconstitutional. This ruling comes after years of advocacy and litigation, signaling a […]
Injustice Unveiled: A Human Rights Lawyer’s Six-Year Battle Ends with a Sentencing
Chinese Human Rights Lawyer Li Yuhan Sentenced to Six-and-a-Half Years Background Li Yuhan, a prominent Chinese human rights lawyer in her seventies, has been sentenced to six and a half years in prison on charges of “picking quarrels and provoking troubles” and fraud. Li, who has represented fellow human rights […]
“Examining the Legal Implications: Israeli Army’s Warning to Northern Gaza Residents Raises Concerns of War Crimes”
Israeli Army Drops Leaflets Ordering Evacuation in Northern Gaza Concerns Over Violation of International Humanitarian Law The recent move by the Israeli army to drop leaflets ordering the evacuation of residents in northern Gaza has raised concerns over the potential violation of international humanitarian law. Amnesty International’s Senior Crisis Response […]
“The Unseen Shadows: Saudi Arabia’s Secret Supreme Court Decision Puts Two Young Lives at Stake”
Saudi Arabia’s Secret Supreme Court Decision Raises Serious Concerns Background In a troubling display of disregard for human rights, Amnesty International has obtained credible information that Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court silently upheld the death sentences of two young men who were under the age of 18 at the time of […]
The Secret Supreme Court Decision: Urgent Plea to Halt Execution of Two Young Men in Saudi Arabia
Amnesty International: Saudi Arabia Secretly Upholds Death Sentences for Young Men Introduction Amnesty International has received credible information that Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court has secretly upheld the death sentences of two young men, Abdullah al-Derazi and Jalal Labbad. These individuals were convicted of terrorism-related charges for their involvement in anti-government […]
The Witch Hunt Must Cease: Over 70 Arrested in Nigeria for Attending a “Gay Party”
Blatant Discrimination in Nigeria: LGBTQ+ Arrests and Misuse of Laws Background The Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corp (NSCDC) recently arrested 59 men and 17 women in Gombe state, northern Nigeria, accusing them of attending a “gay party” and planning a “gay wedding.” These arrests come just a few months […]