[object Object] PressFreedom–wordpress,pressfreedom,Cambodia,independentmedia,erosion,clampdown > The image is for illustrative purposes only and does not depict the actual situation. You might want to read ! Listening and Addressing the Concerns of Pacific Islanders Over Deep Sea Mining Senegal’s Opposition Party Dissolved and Internet Shutdown: A Backlash to Democracy? The Struggle for […]
Year: 2023
“The Power of Indigenous Activism: Raoni’s Call for Change in the Present”
Strong Leadership and the Fight Against Illegal Gold Mining in the Amazon Carolina Pasquali, the Executive Director of Greenpeace Brazil, recently had the opportunity to fly over the Kayapó Indigenous Land in the Amazon rainforest with Raoni, the renowned Indigenous Chief and global leader. Raoni, born in the 1930s, has […]
Listening and Addressing the Concerns of Pacific Islanders Over Deep Sea Mining
Pacific Communities’ Concerns on Deep Sea Mining Must Be Heard The Stakes for Pacific Communities In the campaign to halt deep sea mining, Pacific communities have the most at stake. The Clarion-Clipperton zone, located in the Pacific Ocean, is one of the largest targets for deep sea mining operations. However, […]
Senegal’s Opposition Party Dissolved and Internet Shutdown: A Backlash to Democracy?
Senegalese Government Dissolves Opposition Party, Cuts Internet: Assault on Democracy Ahead of Elections The Dissolution of PASTEF The Senegalese government has recently announced the dissolution of the opposition party, Patriots of Senegal for Work, Ethics, and Fraternity (PASTEF). This decision comes following violent protests in June and March, during which […]
The Struggle for LGBT Rights in Lebanon: Confronting Damaging Anti-LGBT Rhetoric
Anti-LGBT Rhetoric Undermines Rights in Lebanon Introduction The recent anti-gay remarks made by Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in Lebanon have sparked panic and terror among the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community. Nasrallah described same-sex relations as a “sexual perversion” and warned that gay people’s existence is a “threat […]
Addressing the Crisis in Niger: Ending Illegal Administrative Detentions and Arbitrary Arrests
Amnesty International Urges Niger to Protect Human Rights Amidst Ongoing Arrests Introduction In the wake of the recent arrests of President Mohamed Bazoum, Interior Minister Hama Amadou Souley, and other political leaders, Amnesty International’s Deputy Regional Director for West and Central Africa, Habibatou Gologo, has called on the new authorities […]
“Examining Russia’s Controversial Use of Cluster Munitions in Ukraine”
Ukraine: Apparent Russian Cluster Munitions Attack – Innocent Lives Lost Introduction In a tragic incident that occurred on June 8, 2023, the town of Lyman in Ukraine‘s eastern region fell victim to what appears to be a Russian cluster munitions attack. According to a recent report by Human Rights Watch, […]
EU’s Stance on Hazardous Herbicide Use: Time to Enforce a Ban
The EU Should Ban the Use of Hazardous Herbicide Glyphosate July 31, 2023 | By Introduction The European Commission’s push for the reapproval of the herbicide glyphosate for use in the European Union has raised concerns about the adequacy of the reapproval process, particularly in assessing the health and environmental […]
Authorities in Bangladesh at crossroads: Prioritizing de-escalation and respecting protesters’ rights
Escalating Violence and Excessive Use of Force in Bangladesh Protests Threaten Human Rights Urgent Need to De-escalate the Situation The recent opposition-led protests in Bangladesh against the ruling party have taken a dangerous turn, with escalating violence, excessive use of force, and widespread arrests. Smriti Singh, the Interim Regional Director […]
Revamping the Economic System: Tackling Earth Overshoot Day with Innovative Solutions
Earth Overshoot Day: Addressing the Root Causes of Unsustainability Rethinking the Economic System for a Sustainable Future Earth Overshoot Day serves as a stark reminder that humanity is pushing the limits of our planet’s ability to support life. The Global Footprint Network’s analysis shows that we have exceeded Earth’s capacity […]