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One Year Since the Incarceration of Adolfo, Gildo, Pensador, and Tanaice Neutro Learn about the activists who were sentenced to 880 days in prison for their participation in a peaceful demonstration. What Happened on 16 September 2023? Adolfo, Gildo, Pensador, and Tanaice Neutro joined a solidarity protest but were arrested. They were not presenting evidence … Read more
Investigation Reveals Israeli Failures in Attacks on Civilians A recent investigation by Amnesty International exposed Israeli forces’ negligence in protecting civilians during attacks on camps for internally displaced persons in Gaza. The attacks targeted Hamas and Islamic Jihad fighters, resulting in numerous casualties among civilians, including children. The use of US-made bombs and tank shells … Read more
Responding to ongoing internet disruptions in Pakistan and a lack of transparency surrounding their cause, the Islamabad High Court is set to hold a hearing on August 26. Amnesty International’s Technologist, Jurre Van Bergen, expressed concerns about the monitoring and surveillance technologies used by Pakistani authorities. Why is transparency important in this situation? Pakistani authorities … Read more
Understanding the Plight of the Rohingya People: A Story of Resilience and Hope What Happened in 2017? In August 2017, brutal campaign of ethnic cleansing against Rohingya Muslims occurred in Myanmar. Hundreds of thousands fled to seek refuge in Bangladesh. What Did Amnesty International’s Report Say? In a 2022 report, Amnesty International alleged that Facebook … Read more
Responding to a recent court ruling in Thailand, Amnesty International acknowledges the importance of the decision that supports victims’ and their families’ request to file a criminal lawsuit against officials allegedly responsible for the deadly dispersal of a protest in 2004. What does Amnesty International say about the court ruling? Amnesty International considers the court … Read more
Responding to the Ukrainian Parliament’s ratification of the Rome Statute, Amnesty International’s Erika Guevara Rosas commended the decision and emphasized its importance for justice. Why is Ukraine’s ratification of the Rome Statute significant? Crucial for justice for victims of international crimes during Russia’s invasion Demonstrates the government’s commitment to ICC rights and obligations However, a … Read more
Amnesty International analyzes European Court of Human Rights climate judgments Amnesty International has released a briefing examining three significant climate rulings by the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) issued on April 9, 2024. What is the focus of the analysis? The briefing delves into the new climate jurisprudence established by the ECtHR. It spotlights … Read more
What are the latest attacks against the Rohingya in Myanmar? Amnesty International has highlighted the increasing deadly attacks against Rohingya people in Myanmar’s Rakhine State, which resemble the atrocities of August 2017. The situation in Rakhine State is disturbingly familiar, with killings, empty towns, and eroded Rohingya history and identity. Rohingya civilians are caught in … Read more
Repression of Civic Space in Burundi Under President Ndayishimiye What’s the Situation? Activists, journalists, and the opposition in Burundi face intimidation and harassment. Severe restrictions on Burundian civil society persist. Is There Hope for Improvement? The ongoing wave of repression under President Ndayishimiye’s government has dimmed hopes for positive change. Signs of Progress? Initial releases … Read more
Address Serious Shortcomings; Robust Implementation is Key Why is Nepal’s transitional justice law important for advancing justice and accountability? The long-awaited transitional justice law in Nepal was adopted recently. This law has provisions that aim to address human rights violations during the 1996-2006 conflict. However, some elements of the law might hinder its success. How … Read more