Setbacks in Ayotzinapa investigation threaten access to truth and justice, Amnesty International warns Nine years after the enforced disappearance of 43 Ayotzinapa students in Mexico, Amnesty International has expressed concern over recent setbacks in the investigation that could hinder access to truth, justice, and reparation for the victims and their […]
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Media Suppression in Kyrgyzstan: Authorities’ Attack on Free Press Threatens Democracy
The Suppression of Independent Media in Kyrgyzstan: An Assault on Freedom of Expression A Regression on Freedom of Expression The recent news of the Kyrgyzstani authorities filing a lawsuit to shut down Kloop Media Public Foundation, an independent media organization, is a deeply concerning development in the ongoing assault on […]
Authorities in Bangladesh at crossroads: Prioritizing de-escalation and respecting protesters’ rights
Escalating Violence and Excessive Use of Force in Bangladesh Protests Threaten Human Rights Urgent Need to De-escalate the Situation The recent opposition-led protests in Bangladesh against the ruling party have taken a dangerous turn, with escalating violence, excessive use of force, and widespread arrests. Smriti Singh, the Interim Regional Director […]
Saudi Authorities Must Uphold Civil Society’s Vision for Respect and Rights
Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International recently issued a statement calling on Saudi Arabia to respect civil society organizations, activists, and dissidents who are advocating for human rights and demanding a future for their country that prioritizes those rights. The call comes in the wake of a public event organized […]