Amnesty International Condemns Enforced Disappearance and Violation of Rights in the Case of Youba Siby The Arrest and Enforced Disappearance of Youba Siby Amnesty International, a global human rights organization, has called attention to the arrest of Youba Siby, an activist, in Senegal on September 14, 2023. According to Firmin […]
Category: United Nations
UN Chief’s Moral Dilemma: Condemning China’s Crimes Against Humanity
China: UN Chief Should Denounce Crimes against Humanity Secretary-General Guterres to Attend Belt and Road Forum in Beijing October 16, 2023 8:00AM EDT Human Rights Watch has called upon United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres to use his upcoming visit to China to press President Xi Jinping to end the Chinese […]
Under Duterte’s Rule: The Impunity Continues for Unionist Killings in the Philippines
Crisis of Impunity: Killings of Unionists Go Unchecked in the Philippines Introduction The recent killing of labor leader Jude Thaddeus Fernandez in Rizal province has once again brought attention to the alarming pattern of violence and harassment faced by unionists in the Philippines. Fernandez’s death, which occurred during a police […]
The Hidden Triggers: Unraveling the Escalating Conflict in Gaza and Israel
Israel Must Lift Illegal and Inhumane Blockade on Gaza as Power Plant Runs Out of Fuel The Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza The Israeli blockade on the Gaza Strip has once again come under scrutiny as the main power plant in this impoverished region runs out of fuel. This latest development […]
Indigenous Rights in Australia: A Struggle Upended by Setbacks
Setback for Indigenous Rights in Australia Government Should Look to First Nations Communities for Next Steps Daniela Gavshon Australia Director @dgavshon October 14, 2023 | Australia’s referendum to enshrine a First Nations voice in the country’s constitution was unsuccessful. But the spotlight remains on the Australian government to ensure First […]
In the Midst of Tragedy: The Prolonged Suffering of Sudan’s Civilians
Escalation in Sudanese Conflict: Justice, Accountability, and Humanitarian Support Needed Introduction The conflict between the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) has reached a harrowing milestone, as it enters its sixth month today. With the death toll of at least 5,000 civilians, over 12,000 injured, and more […]
A Battle Unwon: Indigenous Rights Face Setback in Australia
Setback for Indigenous Rights in Australia: Government Should Look to First Nations Communities for Next Steps A Failed Referendum On October 14, 2023, Australia held a referendum to enshrine a First Nations voice in the country’s constitution. Unfortunately, the referendum was unsuccessful, dealing a setback to the Indigenous rights movement […]
Australia’s Voice referendum ends in heartbreak as ‘No’ votes come out on top
Referendum Results: A Heartbreaking Outcome The recent referendum in Australia, which aimed to enshrine an Indigenous Voice to Parliament in the country’s constitution, has yielded disappointing results. Uncle Rodney Dillon, a Palawa Elder and Amnesty International Australia First Nations Rights spokesperson, expressed his profound sadness at this outcome. The efforts […]
Pakistan: Reconsider Deportation Plans for Afghans
Pakistan‘s Threat to Deport Afghans Puts Lives at Risk The recent announcement by Pakistani authorities to deport over one million Afghans poses serious risks of persecution and abuse, according to Human Rights Watch. The Interior Ministry of Pakistan gave all migrants living without legal status 28 days to leave voluntarily […]
The Controversial Use of White Phosphorus in Conflict Zones: Examining Israel’s Tactics in Gaza and Lebanon
Israel‘s Use of White Phosphorus in Gaza and Lebanon: A Violation of International Humanitarian Law Introduction Israel‘s recent use of white phosphorus during military operations in Gaza and Lebanon has drawn significant international concern. Human Rights Watch, a leading human rights organization, has released evidence showing the use of this […]