Israeli Army Accused of Using White Phosphorus in Lebanon, Amnesty International Reports Introduction Amnesty International has accused the Israeli army of firing artillery shells containing white phosphorus in military operations along Lebanon‘s southern border between October 10 and 16, 2023. The human rights organization claims that one attack on the […]
Author: Patel Maya
Hi, I'm Maya Patel, a journalist who has covered a wide range of human rights issues, including gender equality and LGBTQ+ rights. I believe in the importance of telling the stories of those who are often marginalized and unheard.
Exploring Global Activism: Urban Movements Map Aims to Connect and Inspire on World Cities Day
Greenpeace Launches Global Urban Movements Map on World Cities Day Introduction Greenpeace International, in collaboration with Clima e Mobilidade and the Urban Movement Innovation Fund, launched a global Urban Movements Map on World Cities Day. The interactive platform provides information about grassroots groups, organizations, and movements working on climate justice […]
Ghana’s Shift Towards Human Rights-Based Mental Healthcare
Ghana‘s Struggle to End Chaining for Mental Health Conditions Introduction In a recent report, Human Rights Watch (HRW) highlighted the ongoing practice of chaining people with mental health conditions in faith-based centers, also known as “prayer camps,” in Ghana. Despite a ban on shackling imposed by the government in 2017, […]
Rising Humanitarian Crisis: Israel’s Communication Black-out Threatens Lives in Gaza
Palestinian civilians trapped in complete communications blackout in Gaza Strip The Plight of Palestinian Civilians The occupied Gaza Strip is currently experiencing a total communications blackout, leaving Palestinian civilians trapped without access to the internet and telecommunications networks. This blackout comes as reports of air and ground strikes intensify, particularly […]
The Urgent Need for Social Media Companies to Address the Escalation of Online Hate and Censorship in Israel-Palestine
Social Media Companies Must Take Urgent Action to Address Online Hate and Racism Amid Israel-Palestine Conflict The Escalating Crisis Amnesty International has called on major social media companies to address the rising tide of online hate and racism targeting Palestinian and Jewish communities in light of the escalating conflict in […]
Antarctic Ocean Commission Fails to Safeguard Antarctic Waters Once Again
Antarctic Ocean Commission Fails to Deliver Protection for Antarctic A Missed Opportunity for Environmental Preservation The Antarctic Ocean Commission’s recent meeting in Tasmania has once again ended without delivering the much-needed protection for the Antarctic. This disappointing lack of progress stands in stark contrast to the positive international dynamics that […]
The Ripple Effect: How Israel-Palestine Hostilities Impact Rights Across Europe
Israel-Palestine Hostilities Affect Rights in Europe: Combat Antisemitism, Islamophobia; Protect Democratic Protest, Expression Introduction The ongoing hostilities between Israel and Palestinian armed groups in Gaza have had damaging effects on human rights in Europe, according to a recent report released by Human Rights Watch. The organization has raised concerns about […]
Canada’s Moral Imperative: Drop Charges Against Wet’suwet’en Land Defenders and Supporters
Amnesty International Urges British Columbia Government to Drop Charges Against Wet’suwet’en Land Defenders Introduction Amnesty International, a leading human rights organization, has called on the government of British Columbia to immediately drop all charges against the land defenders from the Wet’suwet’en Nation and their supporters. The organization argues that Indigenous […]
Iran’s Baluchi Community Under Attack: Unleashing Violence on Protesters and Worshipers
Amnesty International Reports Brutal Crackdown on Protesters in Iran Introduction Amnesty International has released a report detailing the Iranian authorities’ brutal crackdown on peaceful protests by the Baluchi minority in Zahedan, Sistan and Baluchistan province. The report highlights the use of severe beatings, tear gas, water cannons, mass arbitrary arrests, […]
The Three Basins Summit in Brazzaville: Paving the Way for a New Era
Summit in Brazzaville: A Historic Opportunity for the Future of Our Planet The upcoming Three Basins Summit in Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo, has the potential to open doors for an alternative future centered on prioritizing the protection of primary and degraded natural forests. This landmark summit aims to create […]