UN Experts Criticize Nepal’s Transitional Justice Bill United Nations experts have raised concerns about a bill to amend Nepal‘s transitional justice law, stating that it would hinder the prosecution of individuals responsible for serious crimes committed during the country’s 1996-2006 conflict. The proposed law would impede investigations into crimes such […]
Year: 2023
Protecting the Safety and Rights of Detained President in Niger
Niger: Detained President and Family Denied Basic Rights Introduction The Human Rights Watch has called on the military coup leaders in Niger to ensure the safety and well-being of deposed President Mohamed Bazoum, his family, and others who have been arbitrarily detained. The military is urged to respect fundamental human […]
Ecuador’s Pre-Electoral Violence: Safeguarding Human Rights Amidst Tumultuous Times
Ecuador Faces Escalating Violence and Human Rights Concerns A Crisis of Insecurity Over the past few months, Ecuador has been grappling with a severe crisis of insecurity, particularly in coastal areas near the cities of Guayaquil and Esmeraldas. The country has witnessed a sharp increase in its homicide rate and […]
Violence against Indigenous People Overshadows Amazon Summit: A Call for Action
Violence against Indigenous People Overshadows Amazon Summit August 10, 2023 5:16PM EDT | Dispatches Introduction The Amazon Summit, a high-level meeting of presidents of countries in the Amazon region aimed at improving protection of the Amazon rainforest, has been marred by violence against Indigenous people in Brazil. This troubling situation […]
Protecting Human Rights in Ecuador: Ensuring Safety in Times of Pre-Electoral Violence
Concerns over Political Violence and Human Rights Violations in Ecuador In response to the recent killing of presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio, there is growing concern over the state of violence in Ecuador and the potential for grave human rights violations. Amnesty International has called for swift action to investigate these […]
“Unmasking the Dark Reality: Violence Against Indigenous People Casts Shadow over Amazon Summit”
Violence against Indigenous People Overshadows Amazon Summit August 10, 2023 Violence against Indigenous people in Brazil has marred the Amazon Summit, a high-level meeting of presidents of countries in the Amazon region aimed at improving protection of the Amazon rainforest. The violence is a stark reminder that there is no […]
Ecuador’s Political Landscape Shaken: Presidential Candidate’s Tragic Assassination
Presidential Candidate Killed in Ecuador: Investigate Killing; Address Surge in Violence The Tragic Event On August 9, 2023, Ecuadorian presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio was shot and killed as he was leaving a campaign event in the capital city of Quito. Villavicencio, a journalist and former legislator, had a reputation for […]
Unveiling the Pursuit of Justice: Hope and Accountability for Mayom Extrajudicial Killings
South Sudan Awaits Justice for Mayom Extrajudicial Killings A Call for Accountability On August 8, 2022, shocking videos and photographs circulated on social media that appeared to show South Sudan government forces executing captured fighters from an armed opposition group in Mayom county. These disturbing images of violence and brutality […]
“Surging Repression: Afghanistan’s Devastating Descent under Taliban Rule”
Afghanistan: Repression Worsens 2 Years into Taliban Rule Humanitarian Crisis, Severe Abuses Against Women Threaten Millions August 10, 2023 | New York The situation in Afghanistan has deteriorated significantly since the Taliban took control of the country on August 15, 2021. Human Rights Watch has recently released a report highlighting […]
Ethiopia’s Amhara Region: Navigating a Turbulent Storm
Deepening Crisis in Ethiopia’s Amhara Region Introduction Ethiopia‘s Amhara region has been grappling with a deepening crisis, marked by violent unrest, armed conflict, and widespread abuses. In recent weeks, the conflict has escalated, leading to an increase in civilian casualties. This situation raises concerns about the protection of human rights, […]