Report: The Ongoing War Crimes in Sudan The Crisis Unveiled Sudan, a country marred by conflict, has continued to witness the perpetration of war crimes and atrocities against its innocent civilians. The international community, human rights organizations, and the United Nations have all raised concerns regarding the ongoing violence in […]
Author: Liu David
Tajikistan’s Extradition of Activist Raises Concerns over Human Rights and Safety
Tajikistan: Extradited Activist at Risk Authorities Should Guarantee Safety for Nizomiddin Nasriddinov Introduction On August 2, 2023, Human Rights Watch reported that Nizomiddin Nasriddinov, a Tajik political activist with refugee status in Germany, has been extradited to Tajikistan by Belarus authorities. This move has raised concerns about Nasriddinov’s safety, as […]
“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 […]
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 […]
The Healthcare Crisis in Togo: Women Forced to Give Birth on the Floor
Togolese Authorities Urgently Need to Strengthen Access to Maternal Healthcare Introduction In commemoration of African Women‘s Day, Amnesty International has called upon the Togolese authorities to take immediate action to enhance access to maternal healthcare in the country and address the concerning infant and neonatal mortality rates. According to UNICEF, […]
The Disturbing Execution of Two Men in Bangladesh: A Grim Reflection of Human Rights Violations
Amnesty International Condemns Recent Executions in Bangladesh Continued Use of the Death Penalty Raises Concerns Amnesty International, a leading global human rights organization, has strongly condemned the recent executions of two men on death row in the Rajshahi Central Jail of Bangladesh. The death penalty expert at Amnesty International, Chiara […]
Kuwait’s Unsettling Execution Trend: Five Lives Lost in Continuing Spree
Kuwait‘s Recent Executions Raise Concerns and Spark International Outcry Amnesty International Criticizes Kuwaiti Government’s “Tough on Crime” Approach Amnesty International has strongly condemned the Kuwaiti authorities for the recent execution of five individuals, one of whom was convicted of a drug-related offense. Rawya Rageh, the Interim Deputy Director for the […]
Deep Sea Mining: A Ticking Time Bomb for Marine Ecosystems
Deep Sea Mining Industry Fails to Get Green Light but Remains a Threat Overview The deep sea mining industry has faced a setback as the International Seabed Authority (ISA) negotiations ended without granting immediate permission for companies to engage in underwater resource extraction. Over 20 governments have called for a […]
Ghana’s Historic Decision: Abolishing the Death Penalty Sets a Progressive Path
Ghana Takes a Historic Step Towards Abolishing the Death Penalty Amnesty International Celebrates the Landmark Decision In a significant move towards justice and human rights, Ghana‘s Parliament has voted to remove the death penalty from the 1960 Criminal and Other Offences Act and the 1962 Armed Forces Act. This decision […]
State of Democracy in Azerbaijan: Jailing Opposition Leaders Undermines Democratic Progress
Azerbaijan: Opposition Leader Arrested Gubad Ibadoghlu, Renowned Scholar, Faces Spurious Charges July 25, 2023 12:51PM EDT Azerbaijani authorities have arrested Gubad Ibadoghlu, a prominent opposition leader and scholar, on what human rights organizations consider to be spurious criminal charges. On July 24, 2023, the Narimanov District Court in Baku sent […]