Amnesty International Condemns Proposed Legal Amendments in Latvia to Enshrine Unlawful Practices at the Border Introduction Amnesty International’s Europe Director, Nils Muižnieks, has strongly condemned the upcoming vote in Latvia‘s parliament on legal amendments that would effectively codify in domestic legislation the problematic practice of unlawful and often violent returns […]
Category: United Nations
The Significance of the Surge: Exploring the Impact of Climate Change Cases in International Courts
The Surge of Climate Change Cases in International Courts: A Sign of Progress and the Fight for Climate Justice Introduction The year 2023 has witnessed a surge of climate change cases in front of international courts and tribunals, marking a significant development in the climate justice movement. This trend is […]
The Vital Significance of the Inter-American Commission of Human Rights in Safeguarding Women’s Rights
The Role of the Inter-American Commission of Human Rights in Protecting Women’s Rights The Importance of the Inter-American Commission of Human Rights The Inter-American Commission of Human Rights plays a crucial role in protecting human rights in the Americas, particularly in advancing the rights of women and girls. As the […]
“Why Tech Firms Must Take a Stand Against the Ban on Protest Songs in Hong Kong”
Tech Firms Should Oppose Protest Song Ban Background The Hong Kong government’s recent application to ban the broadcasting and distribution of the 2019 protest song, “Glory to Hong Kong,” has sparked concerns over freedom of expression and access to information. Human Rights Watch, along with more than 24 human rights […]
Biden and Modi Summit: Tackling the Urgent Human Rights Crisis
Amnesty International Urges Human Rights Discussion at Biden–Modi Summit Introduction Amidst the anticipation of the state visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the United States and his meeting with President Joe Biden, Amnesty International has called for a focused dialogue on the pressing human rights concerns in both […]
States Must Empower and Protect Haitian Asylum Seekers: Putting an End to Racist Treatment
The Urgent Need for Ending Anti-Black Discrimination Against Haitian Asylum Seekers in the Americas The Humanitarian and Human Rights Crisis Facing Haitian Asylum Seekers Amnesty International has called upon states across the Americas to immediately end the anti-Black discrimination experienced by Haitian people seeking safety and international protection. The organization […]
The Humanitarian Crisis in Myanmar: How the Junta is Sabotaging Aid Efforts
BLOCKADE OF LIFESAVING CYCLONE AID: A MAN-MADE CATASTROPHE IN MYANMAR The Junta‘s Obstruction of Humanitarian Aid In the aftermath of Cyclone Mocha, the Myanmar junta has increasingly impeded the delivery of lifesaving aid, putting thousands of lives at immediate risk and endangering millions of people. The junta‘s tactics have hindered […]
The Darkest Hour: Upholding Security Amidst Escalating Violence in West Darfur
Escalating Violence in West Darfur Raises Alarms of Ethnically-Motivated Atrocities Amnesty International’s Alarming Reports Amnesty International has recently issued a statement expressing deep concern over the escalating violence in West Darfur. The reports highlight a series of attacks by the Rapid Security Forces (RSF) and allied Arab militias on non-Arab […]
A brewing conflict threatens a warming planet
Greenpeace: A heating world can’t afford a cold war The Global Nuclear Threat In a recent article published by Greenpeace, Mads Flarup Christensen, the Interim Executive Director of Greenpeace International, highlights the growing nuclear threat faced by the world today. With 3,844 nuclear warheads deployed worldwide, including 2,000 ready for […]
Greece’s Ongoing Assault on Human Rights: Uncovering a Disturbing Smear Campaign
Greece: Smear Campaign Against Rights Activist EU Should Act to Uphold Rule of Law, Curb Attacks on Civil Society June 19, 2023 8:58AM EDT A prominent human rights activist in Greece, Panayote Dimitras, is facing a smear campaign and judicial harassment. Human Rights Watch has called on the Greek authorities […]