Syria Sanctions Should Prioritize Human Rights and Aid Introduction In a recent report, Human Rights Watch has called for the United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union to renew and amend the humanitarian exemptions in their Syria sanctions regimes. The report highlights the negative impact of broad sanctions […]
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Amnesty International Calls for Urgent Cease to State Repression in Jujuy, Argentina
Government of Jujuy Province in Argentina Accused of Excessive Use of Force Against Protesters The government of Jujuy Province in Argentina has come under severe criticism from Amnesty International for its excessive use of force against individuals exercising their right to peaceful protest. The response from the provincial police, which […]
Human Rights at the Forefront: FIFA Under Pressure for World Cup 2030 Host Selection
FIFA Urged to Prioritize Human Rights in Selection of 2030 World Cup Host A Global Coalition Calls for Human Rights to be the Primary Consideration A coalition of human rights groups, trade unions, players, and fans is urging FIFA to prioritize human rights as a key factor in selecting the […]
Addressing the Unrest: Confronting the Escalating Violence in West Darfur
Sudan: Tackling Spiraling Violence in West Darfur Introduction The United Nations Security Council and other international bodies are being urged to take immediate action to protect civilians and provide assistance to affected communities in Sudan’s Darfur region. Human Rights Watch has reported that since April 2023, the Rapid Support Forces […]
Belarus: The Impact of Sentencing a Human Rights Defender on the Activist Community
Belarusian Human Rights Defender Sentenced to Seven Years in Penal Colony on Trumped-Up Charges A Blow to Activist Community and Human Rights Situation in Belarus Amnesty International’s Regional Director for Eastern Europe and Central Asia, Marie Struthers, has condemned the sentencing of Nasta Loika, a prominent human rights defender and […]
The UN’s Call for Reform: Peru’s Violation of Girl’s Human Rights Sparks Urgency for Abortion Reform
UN Committee Finds Peru Violated Girl’s Human Rights, Urges Abortion Reform Introduction In a landmark decision, the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child (CRC) has found Peru responsible for violating the human rights of a young Indigenous girl, known as Camila, who was denied an abortion after becoming […]
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 […]
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 […]
Eswatini: Ending the Abuse of Courts to Suppress Union Leaders
Harassment and Intimidation in Eswatini: Criminalizing Peaceful Dissent Amnesty International’s Concerns Amnesty International’s Interim Deputy Director for Southern Africa, Vongai Chikwanda, recently expressed deep concern over the harassment and intimidation faced by Sticks Nkambule, Secretary General of the Swaziland Transport Communication and Allied Workers Union, and his union. Nkambule is […]
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 […]