Is Cameroon’s Crackdown on Civil Society Members Justified? The Cameroonian authorities have come under fire for the arbitrary arrest and detention of three supporters of the association Pouvoir au Peuple Camerounais. What’s the story behind their arrest? Moustapha Tizi, Mohamadou Ballo, and Ibrahim Oumarou arrested for wearing PPC t-shirts Hapsatou Issa, sister of a PPC … Read more
Amnesty International’s China Director reacts to prison sentences for former Stand News editors in Hong Kong Why were the former Stand News editors sentenced to jail? The first journalists sentenced under colonial-era ‘sedition’ charges since before the 1997 handover Imposing a chilling effect on media freedom in Hong Kong What is Amnesty International urging the … Read more
Acquittal of Japanese Man Who Spent 45 Years on Death Row: A Victory for Justice What is the significance of Iwao Hakamada’s acquittal? After nearly five decades on death row, Iwao Hakamada has been exonerated, marking a pivotal moment for justice. The court’s decision recognizes the profound injustice Hakamada endured and the tireless fight to … Read more
Abortion rights defenders facing violence and stigmatization share powerful stories as part of Amnesty’s new podcast People defending the right to abortion have revealed what it’s like to provide life-saving healthcare in the face of violence, repression, and stigma on Amnesty International’s second season of On the Side of Humanity podcast. Mission of the podcast: … Read more
People defending the right to abortion have revealed powerful stories of providing life-saving healthcare amidst violence, repression, and stigma in Amnesty International’s new podcast series. What does the podcast feature? Stories from healthcare workers and activists advocating for reproductive rights Insights into defending the right of women, girls, and pregnant individuals to control their bodies … Read more
Why is the Protection of Civilians Urgently Needed in the Middle East? The escalating violence in the Middle East has raised concerns about the safety and well-being of civilians in the region. Recent reports highlight a spike in conflicts, putting innocent lives at risk. The need to prioritize the protection of civilians has never been … Read more
Humanitarian Efforts Expand in South Sudan Amid Ongoing Crisis What is the latest update on humanitarian efforts in South Sudan? Humanitarian organizations have been ramping up their efforts in South Sudan as the country continues to grapple with a protracted crisis. The United Nations has declared a famine emergency in parts of the country, putting … Read more
Lebanon/Israel: Fears for safety of civilians grow as devastating death toll in Lebanon continues to rise Why is there a concern for civilian safety in Lebanon and Israel? Lebanon experienced the deadliest day since the civil war 558 people killed in a single day, including children and women Concerns about civilian casualties due to hostilities … Read more
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is prepared to conduct additional forensic investigations in the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas). What does this mean for the region? The ICRC’s expertise in forensic work can provide valuable insights into unresolved cases from the past. It signifies a commitment to truth and justice for the families … Read more
What Did Mirjana Spoljaric Address at the UN Security Council? – Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, recently spoke at the UN Security Council. – She discussed the importance of maintaining international peace and security. – The speech took place on 25 September 2024 in New York. Key Points Highlighted … Read more