Shrinking Civic Space and Human Rights Violations Continue in Zimbabwe The government of President Emmerson Mnangagwa in Zimbabwe has failed to live up to its promises for change and break with Robert Mugabe’s brutal human rights legacy, according to a briefing by Amnesty International. The briefing highlights the continued crackdown […]
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Thailand’s Verdict on Murdered Indigenous Activist ‘Billy’: Seeking Justice for a Nation
The Case of Pholachi ‘Billy’ Rakchongcharoen: A Test for Justice in Thailand An Uphill Battle for Justice After years of heartbreak, obfuscation, and lies, the family of Indigenous Karen human rights defender Pholachi ‘Billy’ Rakchongcharoen awaits the long-overdue verdict on Thursday (28 September). Billy‘s enforced disappearance and brutal murder shocked […]
Exposing ENI’s Longstanding Knowledge of Fossil Fuels’ Climate Impact
Investigation Reveals ENI‘s Knowledge of Fossil Fuels’ Impact on Climate Introduction In a recent report titled “ENI Knew,” Greenpeace Italy and ReCommon have uncovered evidence that energy giant ENI, a state-owned company in the 70s and 80s, was aware of the potential destructive impacts of fossil fuels on the climate […]
Guinea Massacre Trial: A Landmark for Justice and Accountability
Significant Progress in 2009 Massacre Trial 14 Years On, Over 50 Victims Finally Heard; International Support Needed Introduction In a rare example of domestic accountability, Guinea’s 2009 stadium massacre trial is making significant progress, providing hope for justice for the victims and their families. Over the past year, more than […]
Ahmad Manasra: A Case of Injustice and Human Rights Violations in Israeli Solitary Confinement
The Inhumane Treatment of Ahmad Manasra: A Violation of Human Rights The Plight of Ahmad Manasra Ahmad Manasra, a 21-year-old Palestinian, has been held in solitary confinement since November 2021. Recently, the Lod District Court in Israel postponed a hearing on extending his isolation due to his deteriorating health. However, […]
China’s Repression Continues: #MeToo and Labor Activists Demand Release
Calls for the Release of Chinese Activists Highlight Suppression of Peaceful Activism The Case of Sophia Huang Xueqin and Wang Jianbing In a joint statement issued by 32 civil society groups, including Amnesty International, the arrests and impending trial of Chinese activists Sophia Huang Xueqin and Wang Jianbing have been […]
The EU’s Misguided Approach in Tunisia: Repeating a Dangerous Mistake
Opinion: The EU‘s Dangerous Mistake in the Tunisia Deal Introduction The recent agreement between the European Union (EU) and Tunisia, aimed at curbing migration to Europe, has come under intense criticism for its human rights implications. The deal, signed without any human rights conditions or monitoring mechanisms, has already resulted […]
The Failures of Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, and Chile: Examining the Growing Exodus of Venezuelans
Amnesty International Report Highlights Failure to Protect Venezuelan Nationals in Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, and Chile Introduction In its new report titled “Regularize and Protect: International obligations for the protection of Venezuelan nationals,” Amnesty International sheds light on the failure of Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, and Chile to comply with their international […]
France’s Attack on Journalist Exposes Pattern of Complicity in Human Rights Abuses
The Detention of Investigative Journalist Highlights Threats to Freedom of the Press Introduction The recent detention of investigative journalist Ariane Lavrilleux has once again brought into focus the critical issue of press freedom and the protection of journalists. Lavrilleux’s reporting, which exposed alleged French complicity in extrajudicial executions and human […]
Algeria: Government’s Assault on Freedoms Threatens Democracy and Press Freedom
Algerian Government‘s Crackdown on Freedom of Expression and Peaceful Activism Rising Arrests and Charges against Activists and Journalists Amnesty International has launched a new campaign calling on the Algerian government to end its relentless assault on freedom of expression and peaceful activism. Dozens of activists, journalists, and human rights defenders […]