Russia: Bill Bans Work with Most Foreign Groups Latest Measure to Repress Civil Society Introduction Russia’s lower house of parliament has recently adopted a bill that prohibits collaboration with unregistered foreign nongovernmental organizations, further restricting civic space in the country. The bill, if approved by the parliament’s upper house and […]
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The Resilient Voices: Nine Afro-Latina and Afro-Caribbean Women Standing Strong for Justice
Amnesty International Recognizes Afro-Latina and Afro-Caribbean Women Defenders Published on July 25, 2022 Today, on International Afro-Latina, Afro-Caribbean and Diaspora Women’s Day, Amnesty International is highlighting the incredible work of nine defenders and collectives who have dedicated their lives to promoting equality, justice, and a dignified life for all people. […]
Nine Afro-Latina and Afro-Caribbean Women: Warriors for Justice
International Afro-Latina, Afro-Caribbean and Diaspora Women‘s Day: Celebrating the Warriors for Justice Today, on July 25th, we commemorate International Afro-Latina, Afro-Caribbean and Diaspora Women‘s Day, a day dedicated to honoring the bravery and resilience of women who have devoted their lives to fighting for equality and justice. Amnesty International is […]
The Controversial Move: Russia’s Immunity Grant for Crimes in its National Interests
Russia Grants Immunity for Crimes Committed in State’s Interests: New Law Focuses on Russia-Occupied Regions of Ukraine On July 20th, the lower house of Russia‘s parliament, the State Duma, passed a law providing immunity for crimes committed “in the interests of the Russian state.” This new law is seen as […]
Raging Violence: Assessing the Dangers of Militia Raids in DR Congo’s Ituri
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Cover-Up in Mali: The Hidden Brutality of the Malian Army and Alleged Involvement of Wagner Fighters
Mali: New Atrocities by Malian Army, Apparent Wagner Fighters AU, ECOWAS Should Press for End to Violations, Urge Accountability In recent months, the Malian armed forces, in collaboration with foreign fighters believed to be from the Russia-linked Wagner Group, have been accused of committing severe human rights abuses, including the […]
Ethiopia’s Oromo Opposition Figures: A Case of Judiciary Defiance?
Ethiopia: Oromo Opposition Figures Held Despite Court Orders Release Introduction Ethiopian authorities have been called upon to release seven Oromo opposition figures who have been arbitrarily detained for almost three years, purely for their political roles. The Oromia police have held these senior members of the Oromo Liberation Front (OLF), […]
Indian Government Takes Action to Address Violence in Manipur: A Closer Look
Indian Government Finally Responds to Violence in Manipur: A Closer Look Over the past two months, the state of Manipur in India has been plagued by ethnic violence between Kuki tribal groups and the majority Meitei community. The conflict has resulted in over 100 deaths and the displacement of tens […]
The Battle of Ideologies: Barbie vs. Oppenheimer and the Echoes of Existential Peril
Energy Barbie vs Oppenheimer: two diametrically opposed universes that remind us of two existential threats Introduction The simultaneous release of Greta Gerwig’s Barbie and Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer has sparked intense debate and discussion about the contrasting themes and issues presented in these two films. For many Greenpeace activists and supporters, […]
Thailand’s Sham Charges: Political Maneuver to Prevent Candidate from Top Post
Thailand: Bogus Charges Keep Candidate from Top Post Introduction Thailand‘s Constitutional Court’s decision to suspend Pita Limjaroenrat, the leader of the Move Forward Party, from parliament on politically motivated charges is a serious blow to democracy in the country. The Move Forward Party had secured the most seats in the […]