Chad: Closing Political Space Ahead of Referendum – Arrests of Opposition Members Raise Concerns Introduction The recent arrests of supporters of Chad‘s main opposition party, Les Transformateurs, have raised concerns about the shrinking political space in the country leading up to an upcoming constitutional referendum. Human Rights Watch has stated […]
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Breaking Cycles of Impunity: The Importance of Positive Votes on Sudan and Russia by the UN Human Rights Council
Crucial Test for the United Nations Human Rights Council Evaluating the Role of the United Nations Human Rights Council The 54th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) is set to conclude, and as member states deliberate on critical issues surrounding human rights monitoring mechanisms in Sudan and […]
The Urgency of Safeguarding Humanity from Lethal Autonomous Robots
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 […]
Exploiting the Vulnerable: The Dark Reality of Migrant Workers in Saudi Arabia
Amnesty International Report Reveals Appalling Conditions Faced by Contracted Workers in Amazon Warehouses in Saudi Arabia Amnesty International has released a new report exposing the abuse and exploitation of contracted workers in Amazon warehouses in Saudi Arabia. The report, titled “Don’t worry, it’s a branch of Amazon,” details how these […]
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 […]
The Human Cost of Violence in Israel and Palestine: Examining the Failure to Uphold International Law
Israel/Palestine: Devastating Civilian Toll as Parties Flout Legal Obligations Introduction In the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine, devastating civilian casualties continue to mount as both parties flout their legal obligations and disregard international law. The recent assault by Palestinian armed groups on October 7, 2023, resulted in the deaths […]
The Blurred Boundaries of Nature and Cities: Exploring the Intersection of Urbanization and the Environment
Does nature really end where cities begin? The Interconnectedness of Nature and Cities On October 2nd, UN World Habitat Day marked the beginning of Urban October, a month dedicated to promoting sustainable urbanization and recognizing the vital role cities play in protecting nature and biodiversity. At first glance, the combination […]
Blaming the Blameless: Kazakhstan Parliamentarian Calls to Punish the Victim
Injustice in Kazakhstan: Outrageous Proposal Raises Alarms about Domestic Violence A Call to Criminalize Domestic Violence A recent proposal by a Kazakhstani parliamentarian to punish women for “provoking” abuse by their husbands has brought attention to the urgent need to criminalize domestic violence in the country. Amantai Zharkynbek, a deputy […]
A Critical Examination of UK’s Decision to Abandon Rwanda Asylum Transfer Plan
Abandon Rwanda Asylum Transfer Plan: New Report Documents Rwanda’s Global Targeting of Rwandan Refugees, Critics Background The recently published report by Human Rights Watch has shed light on the alarming situation in Rwanda, where authorities and their proxies are resorting to violence, judicial mechanisms, and intimidation to silence criticism from […]
Nepal’s Legal Limitations on Same-Sex Marriages: A Setback for Equality
Nepal Courts Refuse to Register Same-Sex Marriages: Implications and Challenges Background In a disappointing and concerning development, two lower courts in Nepal have refused to recognize the marriage of a same-sex couple, in direct contradiction to the Supreme Court’s recent interim order to register such marriages while awaiting legislative change. […]