Amnesty International July 2021 brought a historic advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice (ICJ), declaring Israel’s occupation and annexation of Palestinian territory unlawful under International Humanitarian Law (IHL). What are the main takeaways from the ICJ’s advisory opinion? All states have a duty to not recognize the illegal situation caused by Israel’s presence in the … Read more
Authorities in Tunisia Arrest Dozens Ahead of Presidential Elections Why have Tunisian authorities stepped up their actions? Recently, 97 members of the opposition Ennahda group were detained. Opposition politicians and human rights defenders are being arbitrarily detained. Legal decisions to reinstate disqualified candidates are being ignored. What does Amnesty International say about the situation? Agnès … Read more
Angola: Urgent Release of Activists Denied Medical Care Why are Angolan authorities urged to release activists? Four activists have been wrongfully detained for one year. Their health has drastically deteriorated due to denied medical care. Authorities arrested them ahead of a planned protest in solidarity with motorcycle taxi drivers. Amnesty International has documented the significant … Read more
By Agnès Callamard, Secretary General at Amnesty International Why is humanity at a crossroads? Multiple wars and extreme inequality Looming climate collapse New technologies transforming our existence We have no time for complacency or defeatism. It is crucial to salvage the world for future generations. What is the U.N.’s Summit of the Future? Aims to … Read more
One Year Since Adolfo Campos’ Arrest: A Story of Injustice What Happened to Adolfo Campos? Arrested on September 16, 2023, for protesting. Charged with “outrage and injury to the President.” Changed to “disobedience and resisting orders.” Who is Adolfo Campos? Activist fighting for equality in Angola. Dreams of seeing everyone improve their lives. Impact on … Read more
Challenges in Iran after ‘Woman Life Freedom’ Uprising Two years after the ‘Woman Life Freedom’ uprising in Iran, the repercussions of the authorities’ brutal response continue to be felt. Brutal Crackdown and Impunity No impartial investigations into human rights violations during protests Security forces used excessive force resulting in numerous deaths and injuries Authorities targeting … Read more
The Tajikistani authorities are perpetuating systemic discrimination and severe human rights violations against the Pamiri minority, according to new research by Amnesty International. The Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Oblast (GBAO) in East Tajikistan is home to several ethnic groups forming the Pamiri minority, mostly practicing the Shia Ismaili branch of Islam. Denied official recognition as a minority … Read more
Human Rights Violations by Internal Security Agency in Libya What are the recent abuses by the Internal Security Agency (ISA) in Libya? Arbitrary arrests and deaths in custody intensify No investigations into suspicious deaths of detainees No accountability for human rights violations What has Amnesty International uncovered regarding the ISA’s actions? Amnesty International revealed that … Read more
What does the new Peaceful Assembly and Public Order Act mean for Pakistan? Responding to the recent developments in Pakistan, Deputy Regional Director for South Asia at Amnesty International raised concerns about the implications of the new Peaceful Assembly and Public Order Act 2024. The Act poses a threat to the right to freedom of … Read more
The United Nations Human Rights Council is urged to renew the mandate of the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on Venezuela, as highlighted by 29 national and international organizations dedicated to defending human rights in the country. Why is International Accountability Urgently Needed in Venezuela? The Mission is crucial in pushing for accountability and maintaining international … Read more