Reacting to the Polish government’s new migration strategy which cites the threat of Russia and Belarus using migration to ‘destabilize the country’ and proposes temporary suspension of the right to seek asylum, Amnesty International’s Deputy Regional Director for Europe, Dinushika Dissanayake, expressed concerns. Why is suspension of the right to seek asylum unlawful? Poland’s new … Read more
Colombia Launches 2024-2025 Program for Global Forum on Migration and Development What is the Global Forum on Migration and Development? The Global Forum on Migration and Development is a platform for discussing migration policies. It aims to foster cooperation and dialogue on migration issues. Why is Colombia hosting the program? Colombia aims to address global … Read more
Israeli Military’s Attack on Qard al-Hassan Violates International Humanitarian Law Were the Israeli Military’s Attacks on Qard al-Hassan a Violation of International Humanitarian Law? Amnesty International raised concerns over 30 branches of Qard al-Hassan Attacks likely constitute a direct attack on civilian objects Israeli military’s actions could be investigated as a war crime What Happened … Read more
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) urges the implementation of ambitious mitigation measures and the scaling up of climate action in conflict settings at COP29 What are the key points made by the ICRC at COP29? ICRC calls for the implementation of ambitious mitigation measures Scaling up climate action in conflict settings is … Read more
Yanette Bautista: An Inspiring Story of Resilience What happened to Yanette’s sister Nydia? Nydia was forcibly disappeared in 1987. Her remains were found three years later, revealing she was murdered by state authorities. How did Yanette respond to this tragedy? She established her organization and advocated for better protection for women searchers. She spearheaded a … Read more
What is the UN Security Council? The UN Security Council (UNSC) is the most powerful political UN body, with a mandate to maintain international peace and security. 15 members: five permanent and 10 elected. Permanent members: China, France, Russia, UK, and USA. Can establish peacekeeping operations, impose sanctions, create international criminal tribunals, and more. What … Read more
Exploitation of Migrant Workers at Carrefour Sites in Saudi Arabia What Abuses Were Committed Against Migrant Workers? Deceived by recruitment agents Forced to work excessive hours Denied days off Cheated of earnings What Did Amnesty International’s Report Reveal? The abuses might constitute forced labor and human trafficking. Carrefour and partner Majid Al Futtaim failed to … Read more
Iranian Authorities Urged to Stop Imminent Execution of Mohammad Reza Azizi Why is Mohammad Reza Azizi Facing Execution? Mohammad Reza Azizi, now 21, was arrested at 17 and sentenced to death for a crime committed as a child. Iranian authorities plan to carry out his execution on October 21, 2024, in Shiraz, Fars province. What … Read more
Legal Deadline Looms for Justice Will Suspects Finally Face Consequences? October 25 deadline for 2004 Tak Bai massacre case 85 deaths demand accountability Former officials evading justice Background of the Tragedy Protest for unjust detentions turns violent 7 protesters killed immediately 78 detainees die in transit Official misconduct condemned Legal Battles Unfold Families seek justice … Read more
Refugee Council CEO responds to tragic death of baby in Channel crossing What was the statement from Enver Solomon? Enver Solomon, CEO of the Refugee Council, expressed heartbreak over the tragic death of a baby in an attempted Channel crossing. He emphasized that those making the dangerous journey are fleeing war, conflict, and persecution in … Read more