Mexico’s Supreme Court Orders Federal Decriminalization of Abortion On September 8, 2023, Mexico’s Supreme Court ruled that Congress must eliminate federal criminal penalties for abortion, marking a significant victory for human rights in the country. This ruling came after leading reproductive justice organization GIRE (Information Group on Reproductive Choice) filed […]
Author: Liu David
My name is David Liu, and I'm a journalist who specializes in investigative reporting on issues related to human rights. I'm dedicated to uncovering the truth and holding those in power accountable.
Iraq’s Desperate Plea for the Release of a Kidnapped Scholar
Latest Abduction in Pattern of Enforced Disappearances Amnesty International, along with three other human rights organizations, has called on the Iraqi government to ensure the immediate release of Elizabeth Tsurkov, a US-based scholar who was kidnapped in Iraq on March 21, 2023. Tsurkov, a dual Russian and Israeli citizen, was […]
Hope Blossoms as Central African Republic Experiences Rearrest of Key Figure
Hope Blossoms as Abdoulaye Hissène is Rearrested in Central African Republic An Overview of the Case The recent rearrest of Abdoulaye Hissène in the Central African Republic has sparked hope for justice and accountability in the war-torn nation. Hissène, a former leader of the Popular Front for the Rebirth of […]
Saudi Arabia’s Execution Surge: A Grim Reminder of Authoritarian Brutality
Alarming Rise in Executions in Saudi Arabia Raises Serious Human Rights Concerns Introduction The recent news that Saudi Arabia has already executed 100 people this year has caught the attention of the international community and human rights organizations. Amnesty International’s Middle East and North Africa Director, Heba Morayef, rightly points […]
US Imposes Sanctions on Sudan’s Abusive Commanders: A Step Towards Justice and Accountability
US Imposes Sanctions on Abusive Commanders in Sudan: Crucial Step Toward Accountability for Rapid Support Force Abuses Overview The United States government has taken a significant step towards accountability for human rights abuses and war crimes committed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan. The US Department of the […]
“Towards a Plastic Revolution: The First Step Towards Reducing Production”
New Global Plastics Treaty Draft Takes First Step Towards Reducing Production The zero draft of the new global plastics treaty, published by the United Nations Environment Programme on September 4th, marks an important milestone in the fight against plastic pollution. The draft lays the foundation for a legally binding instrument […]
Egypt’s Crackdown on Dissent: Prosecuting Prominent Critics for Peaceful Speech
Egypt: Prominent Critic Prosecuted Over Peaceful Speech September 7, 2023 | By In a concerning turn of events, Egyptian authorities have recently detained and prosecuted a prominent critic and veteran news publisher, Hisham Kassem. The charges against Kassem appear to be based solely on his peaceful criticism of the government, […]
Protecting Vulnerable Communities: Cyprus Authorities Must Take Action Against Racist Attacks
Violent Attacks on Racialized People in Cyprus: A Wake-Up Call for Action Rising Xenophobia and Racism in Cyprus In recent weeks, Cyprus has witnessed a disturbing wave of violence targeting racialized people, including migrants and refugees. Pogrom-like demonstrations, fueled by racist rhetoric and hate speech, have resulted in the destruction […]
Georgia Takes a Stand: A Landmark Win for Labor Rights and Transparency
In a Victory for Labor Rights and Transparency, Georgia Labor Inspectorate Reverses Decision to Conceal Employers’ Names Georgia‘s Labor Inspectorate has made a significant stride towards protecting workers’ rights by overturning its previous decision to conceal employers’ names from inspection reports. The reversal of this policy is a triumph for […]
New Labor Laws and Transparency Regulations Transform Georgia’s Workforce Landscape
A Victory for Labor Rights and Transparency in Georgia A Victory for Labor Rights and Transparency in Georgia By | September 6, 2023 11:27AM EDT In a positive step for workers’ rights, Georgia’s Labor Inspectorate has reversed its decision to conceal employers’ names from its inspection reports, which had effectively […]