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Breaking News: President Abinader vows to end racist migration policies in his second term!

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Haitian citizens deported in the Dominican Republic by immigration control agencies arrive at the gate on the border that divides the Dominican Republic and Haiti in Dajabon, Dominican Republic, on February 19, 2022. - Almost a year after the announcement by Dominican President Luis Abinader of the construction of a perimeter fence, tomorrow the works will begin on the Dajabon area in the northwest of the Dominican Republic.

President Luis Abinader’s second mandate is poised to focus on human rights as he embarks on his new term in office. Let’s explore the key priorities and challenges ahead: Addressing Human Rights Failures Amnesty International has condemned worrying human rights violations linked to migration policies. Urgent need to eradicate racial profiling, structural racism, and discrimination. … Read more

Crackdown in Cambodia: Authorities Target Critics of Development Project

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What is the latest news from Cambodia regarding human rights violations? At least 94 individuals have been arbitrarily arrested for criticizing the Cambodia-Laos-Vietnam Development Triangle Area (CLV) since late July 2024, as reported by Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International. Among those arrested, 59 are still held unlawfully and charged for their peaceful expression, including … Read more

Meet the Fantastic Four: Heroes of Human Rights – Amnesty International!

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Introducing the four - Amnesty International

One Year Since the Incarceration of Adolfo, Gildo, Pensador, and Tanaice Neutro Learn about the activists who were sentenced to 880 days in prison for their participation in a peaceful demonstration. What Happened on 16 September 2023? Adolfo, Gildo, Pensador, and Tanaice Neutro joined a solidarity protest but were arrested. They were not presenting evidence … Read more

Investigation Urged for Israeli Attacks on Displaced Civilians in Rafah as Possible War Crimes

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Israel/OPT: Israeli attacks targeting Hamas and other armed group fighters that killed scores of displaced civilians in Rafah should be investigated as war crimes

Investigation Reveals Israeli Failures in Attacks on Civilians A recent investigation by Amnesty International exposed Israeli forces’ negligence in protecting civilians during attacks on camps for internally displaced persons in Gaza. The attacks targeted Hamas and Islamic Jihad fighters, resulting in numerous casualties among civilians, including children. The use of US-made bombs and tank shells … Read more

Urgent Call for Transparency: Pakistan Authorities Under Scrutiny for Internet Disruptions and Surveillance Tech

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Responding to ongoing internet disruptions in Pakistan and a lack of transparency surrounding their cause, the Islamabad High Court is set to hold a hearing on August 26. Amnesty International’s Technologist, Jurre Van Bergen, expressed concerns about the monitoring and surveillance technologies used by Pakistani authorities. Why is transparency important in this situation? Pakistani authorities … Read more

Rohingya Crisis: 7 Years on, They Continue to Endure Hardships

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Seven years later, the Rohingya people are still suffering

Understanding the Plight of the Rohingya People: A Story of Resilience and Hope What Happened in 2017? In August 2017, brutal campaign of ethnic cleansing against Rohingya Muslims occurred in Myanmar. Hundreds of thousands fled to seek refuge in Bangladesh. What Did Amnesty International’s Report Say? In a 2022 report, Amnesty International alleged that Facebook … Read more

Breaking News: Landmark Court Ruling in Thailand’s Tak Bai Protest Case Brings Hope for Justice

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Responding to a recent court ruling in Thailand, Amnesty International acknowledges the importance of the decision that supports victims’ and their families’ request to file a criminal lawsuit against officials allegedly responsible for the deadly dispersal of a protest in 2004. What does Amnesty International say about the court ruling? Amnesty International considers the court … Read more

Breaking News: Ukraine Takes Positive Step in Ratifying Rome Statute, But Challenges Remain

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Responding to the Ukrainian Parliament’s ratification of the Rome Statute, Amnesty International’s Erika Guevara Rosas commended the decision and emphasized its importance for justice. Why is Ukraine’s ratification of the Rome Statute significant? Crucial for justice for victims of international crimes during Russia’s invasion Demonstrates the government’s commitment to ICC rights and obligations However, a … Read more

Breaking News: European Court of Human Rights’ Climate Judgments Under Review in Latest Amnesty Report

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Amnesty International analyzes European Court of Human Rights climate judgments Amnesty International has released a briefing examining three significant climate rulings by the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) issued on April 9, 2024. What is the focus of the analysis? The briefing delves into the new climate jurisprudence established by the ECtHR. It spotlights … Read more

Shocking new violence against Rohingya in Myanmar reminiscent of 2017 horrors

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What are the latest attacks against the Rohingya in Myanmar? Amnesty International has highlighted the increasing deadly attacks against Rohingya people in Myanmar’s Rakhine State, which resemble the atrocities of August 2017. The situation in Rakhine State is disturbingly familiar, with killings, empty towns, and eroded Rohingya history and identity. Rohingya civilians are caught in … Read more