Veto Puts Rights in Mali at Risk Russia‘s Veto and the Consequences Russia‘s recent veto of a United Nations Security Council resolution has dealt a severe blow to rights protections in Mali. The resolution aimed to extend sanctions against eight individuals suspected of sabotaging a peace deal and impeding the […]
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US Imposes Sanctions on Sudan’s Abusive Commanders: A Step Towards Justice and Accountability
US Imposes Sanctions on Abusive Commanders in Sudan: Crucial Step Toward Accountability for Rapid Support Force Abuses Overview The United States government has taken a significant step towards accountability for human rights abuses and war crimes committed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan. The US Department of the […]
Bridging Freedom and Justice: The Urgent Call to Release Prominent Scholar Gubad Ibadoghlu
Unlawful Detention of Azerbaijani Scholar and Political Activist: A Chilling Example of Repression Introduction The case of Gubad Ibadoghlu, an Azerbaijani scholar and political activist, has brought to light yet another grim example of the Azerbaijani authorities’ misuse of the criminal justice system to stifle peaceful criticism and dissent. Ibadoghlu’s […]
Global Consequences: The Looming Catastrophe of G20’s Inaction on Climate and Debt Crises
World Leaders Urged to Increase Assistance and Debt Relief to Address Climate Crisis Amnesty International calls on G20 leaders to fulfill climate finance pledges Amid the ongoing climate crisis and rising debt distress faced by climate-vulnerable states, Amnesty International has called on world leaders attending the G20 summit in New […]
Europe’s Sex Worker Rights: A Pivotal Moment of Recognition and Reform
European Court of Human Rights Takes on Sex Worker Rights: A Pivotal Moment for Empowerment and Recognition The Current Landscape The European Court of Human Rights has agreed to hear a case brought by sex workers against the criminalization of their work. This decision comes at a critical juncture for […]
Failure to Protect: No US State Meets Child Rights Standards
US States Fall Short of Child Rights Standards, but Some Progress Made In a recent report by Human Rights Watch, it has been revealed that none of the United States (US) states meet international standards for protecting the rights of children. The US is also the only member state of […]
Russia’s Cluster Munition Denial: Unmasking the Truth
Russia Denies Its Widespread Use of Cluster Munitions: State-Controlled Media Outlets Reprise Role of Manipulating the Message The Tactics of Manipulation In a recent report by Human Rights Watch titled “Cluster Munition Monitor 2023,” the widespread use of cluster munitions by Russia in Ukraine has been documented. The report highlights […]
Protecting Vulnerable Communities: Cyprus Authorities Must Take Action Against Racist Attacks
Violent Attacks on Racialized People in Cyprus: A Wake-Up Call for Action Rising Xenophobia and Racism in Cyprus In recent weeks, Cyprus has witnessed a disturbing wave of violence targeting racialized people, including migrants and refugees. Pogrom-like demonstrations, fueled by racist rhetoric and hate speech, have resulted in the destruction […]
Georgia Takes a Stand: A Landmark Win for Labor Rights and Transparency
In a Victory for Labor Rights and Transparency, Georgia Labor Inspectorate Reverses Decision to Conceal Employers’ Names Georgia‘s Labor Inspectorate has made a significant stride towards protecting workers’ rights by overturning its previous decision to conceal employers’ names from inspection reports. The reversal of this policy is a triumph for […]
New Labor Laws and Transparency Regulations Transform Georgia’s Workforce Landscape
A Victory for Labor Rights and Transparency in Georgia A Victory for Labor Rights and Transparency in Georgia By | September 6, 2023 11:27AM EDT In a positive step for workers’ rights, Georgia’s Labor Inspectorate has reversed its decision to conceal employers’ names from its inspection reports, which had effectively […]