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
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
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
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
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
Empowering People with Disabilities Through Wheelchair Basketball in Afghanistan How is wheelchair basketball making a difference in Afghanistan? Providing opportunities for individuals with disabilities Promoting inclusion and teamwork Empowering participants to overcome challenges Why is this initiative important? Helps break barriers and stigma surrounding disabilities Enhances physical and mental well-being of participants Increases visibility of … Read more
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
As the High-Level Political Forum for Sustainable Development (HLPF) kicks off in New York, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Director General advocates for greater acknowledgment of the positive impact of migration on society. Why is Migration Crucial for Sustainable Development? Migration benefits all aspects of society It contributes to economic growth Brings cultural diversity … Read more
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
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