Amnesty International Amnesty International Calls for Answers on Fate of Abducted Men What happened to Al-Mahdi al-Barghathi and His Supporters? Amnesty International urges the Libyan Arab Armed Forces (LAAF) to reveal the fate of 19 men abducted in Benghazi LAAF-affiliated armed groups are suspected of involvement in the disappearances Families of the victims endure uncertainty about their … Read more
Reacting to the tragic killing of Azerbaijani human rights defender Vidadi Isgandarli in France, Natalia Nozadze from Amnesty International has called for a swift and thorough investigation into the incident. What are the Possible Motives Behind the Killing? Vidadi Isgandarli was known for his criticism of the Azerbaijani president and government. The French authorities must … Read more
What happened during the October protests in Nigeria? In response to the repression and arrests during the #FearlessOctober peaceful protests in Nigeria against the cost-of-living crisis and bad governance, Amnesty International Nigeria Director Isa Sanusi condemned the excessive use of tear gas and arbitrary arrests by security forces. Protest organizers were also arrested in Kano … Read more
What are the charges against Temirov LIVE and Ayt Ayt Dese journalists? Ahead of the verdict on 3 October, Makhabat Tazhibek-kyzy and other journalists face up to six years in prison on politically motivated charges. Prosecutors have pushed for harsh sentences despite lack of evidence. Journalists have been detained for publishing investigations on alleged government … Read more
Proposed changes threaten fair trial rights, empower abusive officials Why is the Egyptian Parliament urged to reject the proposed draft law? Amnesty International, Dignity, Human Rights Watch, and the International Commission of Jurists urge rejection. Enacted, the draft law would weaken fair trial rights. Abusive officials would gain further empowerment. What are the implications of … Read more
Amnesty International today designated three prominent human rights defenders from Hong Kong and mainland China as prisoners of conscience. Who are the human rights defenders recognized by Amnesty International? Chow Hang-tung Ding Jiaxi Jimmy Lai The human rights lawyers Chow Hang-tung and Ding Jiaxi, along with the free media advocate Jimmy Lai, are currently imprisoned … Read more
Journalist Mech Dara Faces Charges Recent events have seen Cambodian journalist Mech Dara facing charges of incitement after being arrested by military police. Amnesty International has spoken out against these actions, condemning the government’s approach to repressing journalists. What Charges Have Been Made? The charges against Mech Dara relate to incitement, showcasing the government’s crackdown … Read more
Responding to reports of ongoing arbitrary detentions in Ethiopia’s Amhara region What is the current situation in the Amhara region? Evidence of government’s total disregard for rule of law No arrest or search warrants obtained before detaining hundreds Detained civilians not brought before court within 48 hours Ethiopian authorities must act immediately to end arbitrary … Read more
Challenges Faced by Venezuelan Refugees in Aruba Aruba lacks specific asylum legislation, leaving Venezuelan refugees vulnerable to detention and deportation. The post-electoral crisis in Venezuela underscores the need for protective asylum laws on the island. Amnesty International’s Report Amnesty International highlights gaps in refugee protection for Venezuelans in Aruba. The lack of specific legislation poses … Read more
What Defines a Crime Against Humanity? Crimes against humanity involve specific crimes committed as part of widespread attacks against civilians, shocking the conscience of humanity itself. Murder Torture Enslavement Rape Persecution Enforced disappearance Apartheid Learn about recent incidents in Afghanistan, Ethiopia, and Iran that could be considered crimes against humanity. Legal Mechanisms to Combat Crimes … Read more