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Amnesty International, also referred to as Amnesty or AI, is an international non-governmental organization focused on human rights. With its headquarters in the United Kingdom, the organization boasts more than ten million members and supporters worldwide. Amnesty International is a global movement comprising over 10 million people committed to creating a future where human rights are enjoyed by everyone. Their mission involves uncovering the truth and holding human rights violators accountable. From advocating against the death penalty to championing free speech, Amnesty International tirelessly works to protect people's human rights across the world.

Demand for Freedom: Call for Cuba to Release Unjustly Detained Citizens and Repeal Repressive Laws

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Amnesty International Names Pedro Albert Sánchez as Prisoner of Conscience Who Is Pedro Albert Sánchez? Known for outspoken criticism of Cuban government Advocate for freedom of expression and peaceful assembly Arrested multiple times since 2020 for peaceful protests What Did Amnesty International Demand? Release of Pedro Albert Sánchez Freedom for all unjustly imprisoned individuals End … Read more

Hijab bans in French sports: A violation of Olympic values and human rights

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Amnesty International reports on the defiance of Olympic values and human rights by hijab bans in French sports. Why are hijab bans in French sports being criticized? Violation of Olympic values Undermining human rights Contravention of principles like excellence, respect, and friendship What does Amnesty International have to say? Amnesty International condemns the bans as … Read more

Egyptian Human Rights Lawyers Await Lift of Travel Bans

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Why are Travel Bans Still in Place for Human Rights Lawyers in Egypt? Authorities closed Case 173/2011 after 13 years of investigations Travel bans remain for Nasser Amin and Hoda Abdelwahab Reparations have not been provided to human rights defenders What is the Background of the Case? ACIJLP was among the first organizations targeted in … Read more

Europe’s Peaceful Protests Threatened by Systematic Attacks and Restrictions

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Peaceful Assembly Under Attack Across Europe: Amnesty Report Why are Peaceful Protesters Facing Increased Repression? Repressive laws, excessive force, arbitrary arrests Unjustified restrictions and invasive surveillance What Does Amnesty International’s Secretary General Say? Agnès Callamard emphasized the terrifying continent-wide onslaught against peaceful protests in Europe. What is Happening with Policing, Impunity, and Surveillance? Widespread use … Read more

Breaking: EU’s commitment to asylum rights in Europe must be protected!

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Why is upholding the right to asylum crucial in Europe? Refugees must have access to protection. States must guarantee the right to seek and enjoy asylum. The international refugee protection system must be respected. What are the concerning developments regarding asylum processing? The EU and its Member States are outsourcing asylum processing. This risks undermining … Read more

Over 90 NGOs urge EU to reject asylum outsourcing and protect refugee rights

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What are Humanitarian Organizations Calling For? Ahead of the first plenary session of the new European Parliament, more than 90 human rights and humanitarian organizations are urging the European Union to stand firm in safeguarding the right to asylum and the rule of law. Amnesty International Danish Refugee Council Human Rights Watch Oxfam What is … Read more

Over 90 NGOs Urge EU to Reject Asylum Offshoring and Protect Refugees

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Human Rights Organizations Urge EU to Protect Asylum Rights Why are over 90 human rights organizations calling on the new European Union? Amnesty International, Danish Refugee Council, Human Rights Watch, and Oxfam among the concerned organizations. Proposals by some EU countries to shift asylum processing and refugee protection criticized. What are the concerns raised by … Read more

Europe Faces Wave of Attacks on Peaceful Protests – Find Out More Now!

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Europe: Sweeping pattern of systematic attacks and restrictions undermine peaceful protest Amnesty International unveils the alarming state of the right to protest across Europe. Under-protected and over-restricted: Review of 21 European countries shows the systematic decline of the right to protest. Policing, impunity, and surveillance: Excessive force used by police against peaceful protesters with cases … Read more

Russian missile strike wreaks havoc on children’s hospital in Ukraine, causing numerous casualties nationwide

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Humanitarian Crisis: Russia Strikes Innocent Civilians in Ukraine Are Russian Missile Strikes Targeting Civilians in Ukraine? Amnesty International condemns the recent Russian missile strikes in Ukraine, resulting in the death of dozens of civilians. The destruction of hospitals and residential buildings is a blatant violation of human rights. What Evidence Supports the Claims? Evidence suggests … Read more

Unregulated Fuel Deliveries Escalate in Myanmar Amid Surge of Airstrikes

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Myanmar: ‘Reckless’ shipments of jet fuel continue as air strikes multiply 

Investigation shows military air strike killed 12 civilians and injured 26 as historic monastery in Magway, Central Myanmar attacked What does the data reveal about jet fuel shipments to Myanmar? Data confirms ongoing fuel shipments despite global calls Multiple shipments identified between January and June Risks of fuel misuse by the military highlighted Amnesty International … Read more