Protect Humanity from Killer Robots: UN Chief, International Red Cross President Urge Ban on Autonomous Weapons Systems Introduction United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres and President of the International Committee of the Red Cross Mirjana Spoljaric have issued a joint appeal, calling on all UN member states to take immediate action […]
Tag: safety
Hope for Safety: Examining the Perception of Extreme Weather Events in Global South Cities
Less than half of people in Global South cities feel safe from extreme weather events, but hope remains – Greenpeace Amsterdam, The Netherlands – A recent opinion poll commissioned by Greenpeace International in seven major cities across the Global South has revealed that less than half of the people feel […]
Greenpeace Survey Reveals Alarming Lack of Safety from Extreme Weather Events in Global South Cities
Less than half of people in Global South cities feel safe from extreme weather events, but hope remains – Greenpeace Introduction A recent opinion poll commissioned by Greenpeace International in seven major cities across the Global South reveals that less than half of the respondents feel safe from extreme weather […]
The Dangerous Illusion of Safety: Why Syria is Still not a Viable Option for Refugee Returns
## No, Syria Is Still Not Safe for Refugee Returns: A Dangerous and Unrealistic Suggestion by the Cypriot Leader #### By September 29, 2023 In a recent statement, Cyprus Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou argued that European Union member states should reconsider whether Syria is safe for refugee returns. Ioannou’s suggestion […]
Protecting the Safety and Rights of Detained President in Niger
Niger: Detained President and Family Denied Basic Rights Introduction The Human Rights Watch has called on the military coup leaders in Niger to ensure the safety and well-being of deposed President Mohamed Bazoum, his family, and others who have been arbitrarily detained. The military is urged to respect fundamental human […]
Protecting Human Rights in Ecuador: Ensuring Safety in Times of Pre-Electoral Violence
Concerns over Political Violence and Human Rights Violations in Ecuador In response to the recent killing of presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio, there is growing concern over the state of violence in Ecuador and the potential for grave human rights violations. Amnesty International has called for swift action to investigate these […]
Tajikistan’s Extradition of Activist Raises Concerns over Human Rights and Safety
Tajikistan: Extradited Activist at Risk Authorities Should Guarantee Safety for Nizomiddin Nasriddinov Introduction On August 2, 2023, Human Rights Watch reported that Nizomiddin Nasriddinov, a Tajik political activist with refugee status in Germany, has been extradited to Tajikistan by Belarus authorities. This move has raised concerns about Nasriddinov’s safety, as […]
Preventable Drownings in Italy: A Damning New Investigation
Investigation Reveals Failures of Frontex and Italian Authorities in Steccato di Cutro Shipwreck A recent investigation by Lighthouse Reports has shed new light on the tragic events that led to the February shipwreck of Steccato di Cutro, Italy. The shipwreck claimed the lives of at least 94 people, mostly from […]
Kakuma refugee camp complex in Kenya remains unsafe for LGBTI refugees: Editorial Exploration
Violence, Discrimination and Human Rights Abuses Against LGBTI Asylum Seekers in Kakuma Refugee Camp, Kenya A joint report by the National Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission (NGLHRC) and Amnesty International reveals the suffering of Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) asylum seekers and refugees living in Kakuma, one […]
Deported man’s safety and fair trial rights should be upheld by UAE authorities
Amnesty International Calls for Protection of Khalaf al-Rumaithi from Torture and Unfair Trial Amnesty International, the human rights organization based in the UK, has called for the Emirati authorities to ensure that the Turkish-Emirati citizen Khalaf al-Rumaithi is protected from torture and other ill-treatment. The authorities are also urged to […]