Why is Amnesty International Urging Urgent Action in Venezuela?
- Amnesty International sent an open letter to the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, Karim Khan
- Erika Guevara-Rosas, senior director at Amnesty International, expressed concerns over the crisis in Venezuela
What Are the Critical Issues Highlighted?
- Dozens of people have died at the hands of security forces and armed groups
- Over 2,000 people have been arbitrarily detained for opposing the government
- Human rights defenders and civil society organizations face attacks and threats
What Actions Are Being Demanded?
- Issuance of a preventive statement to warn perpetrators of potential international crimes
- Public support for Venezuelan NGOs and human rights defenders
- Condemnation of attacks against those working for justice
Summary
Erika Guevara-Rosas emphasizes the need for immediate and resolute action from the Office of the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court to address the escalating crisis and human rights violations in Venezuela.
Source: www.amnesty.org