Greenpeace Condemns G7‘s Failure to Address Climate Emergency Greenpeace International, a non-governmental environmental organization, has condemned the members of the G7 Summit for endorsing new fossil gas despite the ongoing climate emergency. The G7 leaders have demonstrated a complete denial of the havoc fossil fuel emissions have been wreaking on […]
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.
Pakistan’s Crackdown on Political Opponents Sparks Concerns over Democracy.
Pakistan: Crackdown on Political Opposition Raises Concerns for Democracy The Current Situation On May 9, 2023, former Prime Minister Imran Khan was arrested on corruption charges, which provoked protests across Pakistan. In response, Pakistani police have carried out mass arrests and detained more than 4,000 people, including members of the […]
“Iran’s Executions of Tortured Protesters Demand a Forceful Response from the Global Community”
Three Executed Protesters in Iran: A Flagrant Disregard for Human Rights The Gruesome Execution The horrifying execution of three Iranian protesters, Majid Kazemi, Saleh Mirhashemi, and Saeed Yaghoubi, has yet again brought to the fore the Iranian government’s blatant disregard for human rights, particularly the right to a fair trial […]
Stop the revocation of rights for transgender and gender-diverse people in Pakistan
Transgender Rights in Pakistan Struck Down by Federal Shariat Court The Federal Shariat Court in Pakistan has recently delivered a reserved verdict striking down sections of the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2018. The decision of the court has cast doubts on the legal protections obtained by transgender and […]
Kakuma refugee camp complex in Kenya remains unsafe for LGBTI refugees: Editorial Exploration
Violence, Discrimination and Human Rights Abuses Against LGBTI Asylum Seekers in Kakuma Refugee Camp, Kenya A joint report by the National Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission (NGLHRC) and Amnesty International reveals the suffering of Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) asylum seekers and refugees living in Kakuma, one […]
Deported man’s safety and fair trial rights should be upheld by UAE authorities
Amnesty International Calls for Protection of Khalaf al-Rumaithi from Torture and Unfair Trial Amnesty International, the human rights organization based in the UK, has called for the Emirati authorities to ensure that the Turkish-Emirati citizen Khalaf al-Rumaithi is protected from torture and other ill-treatment. The authorities are also urged to […]
Why Competitive Elections for the UN are Beneficial: An Editorial Exploration
In Praise of Competitive UN Elections Elections at the United Nations The elections for United Nations Security Council are around the corner, and it is the time to reflect on the importance of competition in UN elections. The elections for important UN bodies, such as the Security Council and Human […]
“Iran’s Appalling Execution Plans Require Urgent Action By International Community”
Iran Defies Fair Trials and Torture Concerns to Execute Protestors The Situation in Iran The imminent execution of three protesters in Iran has sparked concerns among human rights activists, with Amnesty International calling for urgent action from the international community to prevent their deaths. Majid Kazemi, Saleh Mirhashemi, and Saeed […]
“EU Sets Path Towards Sustainable Trade with ‘Deforestation-Free’ Law Approval”
EU Law for ‘Deforestation-Free’ Trade: A Step towards Sustainable Trade The European Union recently passed an important law for all EU-based companies that requires them to ensure their imports and exports are “deforestation-free,” which will not drive human rights abuses. The law, known as the European Union Deforestation-Free Products Regulation, […]
The Global Ban on Chemical Weapons: Preserving Its Integrity
Preserving the integrity of the global ban on chemical weapons is crucial to maintaining a peaceful and humanitarian world. In anticipation of the upcoming Review Conference of the 1993 Chemical Weapons Convention, Human Rights Watch (HRW) has urged governments to reaffirm their commitment to the treaty and demand accountability for […]