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Israel’s brutal treatment of Gaza Palestinians must stop now!

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Israeli Authorities Accused of Unlawful Detention What is Happening? Israeli authorities are detaining Palestinians from Gaza indefinitely under the Unlawful Combatants Law. 27 former detainees, including a 14-year-old boy, testified to harrowing torture experiences. The law allows incommunicado detention and enforced disappearance. Why is this a Concern? Amnesty International condemns the indefinite incommunicado detention of … Read more

Dire Situation in Gaza: Hospitals Overwhelmed by Repeated Waves of Casualties

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Recent Events in Gaza: Hospitals Facing Severe Strain What is happening in Gaza? Multiple mass casualty incidents Heavy strain on hospitals Need for urgent medical supplies How are hospitals affected? Operational challenges Lack of resources Overwhelmed medical staff What is the urgent need? Medical supplies Support for hospitals International aid In light of recent mass … Read more

Shocking: Bangladesh Police’s Brutality on Protesters Exposed

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Unlawful Force Used Against Student Protesters in Bangladesh What Happened? Bangladeshi authorities came under fire for using unlawful force against student protesters during the ongoing ‘Bangla-Blockade’ quota-reform protest across the country. Amnesty International confirmed the use of force by the police against the protesters. Amnesty International analyzed witness testimonies, video, and photographic evidence. The violence … Read more

Breaking News: Urgent Call for Justice for Hirak Activist Mohamed Tadjadit in Algeria!

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Algeria: Authorities must drop bogus charges against Hirak activist Mohamed Tadjadit Amnesty International calls for the release of Mohamed Tadjadit before his trial in July, highlighting the ongoing repression of dissent in Algeria. Why is Mohamed Tadjadit detained? Arrested in January 2024 over social media commentary Charged with “glorification of terrorism” and online support for … Read more

Unlocking Education Opportunities: Balancing Debt Management in South Africa

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Balancing Acts: Debt Management and the Right to Education in South Africa

Following the effects of the past How did South Africa deal with its economic challenges? In 1994, South Africa inherited a debt crisis, but policies reduced debt from 44% to less than 20% of GDP. Government focused on redistribution and growth to increase funding for social sectors like education and health. By 2006, the budget … Read more

Urgent call for freedom: Zimbabwe’s detained opposition members must be released now

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Urgent Call for Release of Detained Oppostion Members in Zimbabwe Zimbabwean authorities are urged to release over 70 opposition members who were detained for peaceful activism immediately and unconditionally, stated Amnesty International. What Happened? Members of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) party were arrested at a gathering at party leader Jameson Timba’s home in … Read more

Unveiling the Inner Workings of Colombia’s Lockdown: An In-Depth Analysis

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What were the key measures taken during the lockdown in Colombia? During the lockdown in Colombia, strict measures were implemented to curb the spread of COVID-19: Travel restrictions Closure of non-essential businesses Suspension of public transportation Mandatory mask-wearing in public How did the lockdown impact the economy and society in Colombia? The lockdown in Colombia … Read more

Urgent Call for Access: ICRC Demands Aid for Millions in Sudan Facing Survival Crisis

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What is the ICRC’s call in Sudan? The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is urging for increased access in Sudan to provide much-needed humanitarian assistance to millions of people deprived of essential resources for survival. Why is greater access crucial? With millions in Sudan lacking access to basic necessities, such as food, water, … Read more

Manipur, India in Crisis: Authorities Fail to Act

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Impunity of vigilante groups Police failing victims of communal violence Journalists, activists, influencers silenced through attacks and trumped-up charges Relief camps in dire need of support More than four hundred days since the start of ethnic violence between the dominant Meitei community and the minority Kuki and other tribal hill communities, the Bharatiya Janata Party … Read more

Call to Action: Eswatini Must Overturn Ex-Officials’ Convictions!

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Amnesty International Urges Eswatini to Quash Unjust Convictions of Former MPs Why Were Former Eswatini MPs Sentenced to Decades in Prison? Mduduzi Bacede Mabuza sentenced to 85 years. Mthandeni Dube sentenced to 58 years. Imprisoned for peaceful exercise of human rights. What Does Amnesty International Say? Deputy Regional Director Vongai Chikwanda demands immediate release. Violation … Read more