Vietnam Should Release Land Rights Activist July 12, 2023 9:00AM EDT By Introduction In Vietnam, the government’s systematic elimination of the human rights and democracy movement is deeply concerning. The Vietnamese government’s continuous arrest and imprisonment of peaceful activists reflects a violation of international human rights law and a betrayal […]
Author: Lee Olivia
Hi, I'm Olivia Lee, a journalist who has covered a wide range of issues related to civil rights and political freedoms. I believe that democracy is a fundamental right, and I'm dedicated to reporting on stories that promote transparency, accountability, and good governance.
West & Central Africa: Combating Corruption and Protecting Whistleblower Rights
Report: Anti-Corruption Activists in West and Central Africa Face Repression and Abuse Overview Amnesty International has released a new report highlighting the persecution faced by anti-corruption activists in 19 West and Central African countries. According to the report, these activists are at risk of arrest, harassment, detention, fines, and even […]
Uganda’s Oil Pipeline Scheme: A Costly Menace to the Masses
Oil Pipeline Project in Uganda Impoverishes Thousands The Devastating Effects of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline The planned East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) in Uganda, spearheaded by French fossil-fuel giant TotalEnergies, has brought about devastating consequences for thousands of Ugandan people. Not only has the project displaced over […]
Volkswagen’s Factory Audit in Xinjiang: Unraveling the Truth Behind Controversies
Volkswagen Announces Factory Audit in Xinjiang: Is Human Rights Due Diligence Possible amid Crimes against Humanity? Background On July 9, 2023, Volkswagen, the multinational automotive company, made headlines when its CEO, Oliver Blume, announced that the company intends to pursue an independent audit of its factory in Xinjiang, a region […]
US Plan to Transfer Cluster Munitions to Ukraine: Undermining International Efforts towards Safeguarding Civilians
US Plan to Transfer Cluster Munitions to Ukraine Undermines International Efforts to Safeguard Civilians Introduction The recent announcement that the United States plans to transfer cluster munitions to Ukraine has sparked concerns over the impact on civilian populations and the international community’s efforts to protect civilians during and after armed […]
Guatemala’s Election Results Demand Respect and Support for Democracy
Guatemala: Respect Election Results International Scrutiny Needed to Protect Right to Vote Introduction The recent elections held in Guatemala on June 25, 2023, have been marred by controversy and allegations of fraud. The Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE) announced preliminary results indicating that Sandra Torres and Bernardo Arévalo would compete in […]
Bahrain’s Religious Divide: The Restriction of Shi’a Worshippers
Bahraini Authorities Block Shi’a Worshippers from Attending Friday Prayers Background In recent development, Bahraini authorities have been accused of blocking Shi’a worshippers from attending Friday prayers at the Imam al-Sadeq Mosque on two separate occasions in June. These restrictions came in response to the brief detention of prominent Shi’a cleric […]
The Kremlin’s Show Trial: Justice or Propaganda for Ukrainian POWs?
Russia’s Sham Trial of Ukrainian Prisoners of War: A Grave Violation of Humanitarian Law An Overview In June, Russia’s Southern District Military Court in Rostov-on-Don initiated criminal proceedings against 13 men and 9 women from the Ukrainian “Azov” Brigade. The defendants face charges under Russia’s criminal code, including alleged actions […]
Inhumane Isolation: Egypt’s Controversial Use of Remote Hearings
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Silenced Voices: The Dark Side of Bangladesh’s Labor Movement
Bangladesh: Labor Activist Killed EU, US Should Link Inquiry in Shahidul Islam’s Death to Trade Talks July 6, 2023 7:00AM EDT Human Rights Watch has called upon Bangladesh authorities to ensure an independent and transparent investigation into the murder of union leader Shahidul Islam. Islam, who was the president of […]