Shocking Secret Execution in Iran What Happened? Reza Rasaei, a 34-year-old member of oppressed Kurdish and Yaresan ethnic and religious minorities, was arbitrarily executed in connection to the “Woman Life Freedom” uprising. He was subjected to torture, ill-treatment, including sexual violence, and sentenced to death after a sham trial. The Iranian authorities carried out the … Read more
What role do Big Tech platforms play in promoting racist violence in the UK? Amid the surge of racist and Islamophobic violence in the UK, Pat de Brún from Amnesty Tech highlights the concerning role of social media platforms in exacerbating the situation. How do social media algorithms contribute to escalating xenophobic discourse? Algorithms prioritize … Read more
Why are Human Rights Bodies Failing to Act in Ethiopia? Amnesty International’s Regional Director for East and Southern Africa, Tigere Chagutah, criticizes the lack of action by human rights bodies in response to ongoing atrocities in Ethiopia. Millions of Ethiopians facing denial of justice due to conflict. No progress in holding individuals accountable in the … Read more
Recent Racist Attacks in the UK: What You Need to Know What has happened in the UK? Violent disorder and hate crimes Hotels housing refugees set on fire Mosques and businesses attacked Racist targeting based on skin color, faith, or origin What does Amnesty International say? In response to the recent events, Sacha Deshmukh, Amnesty … Read more
By denying and restricting access to abortion to millions of people since the overturning of Roe v. Wade in 2022 with the Dobbs decision, the United States is failing to comply with its international human rights obligations and standards to ensure pregnant people have access to abortion, according to a new report published by Amnesty … Read more
Has Saudi Arabia met FIFA’s human rights requirements for the 2034 World Cup bid? Amnesty International expresses concerns over human rights record. Saudi Arabia falls short in meeting fundamental reform and rights commitments. Risks abound for hosting mega sporting events in countries with poor human rights records. Saudi Arabia has failed to meet FIFA’s human … Read more
Reacting to the Release of Imprisoned Activists in Russia Why is this release significant? 16 individuals, including human rights defenders, activists, and journalists, have been released from Russian prisons. Amnesty International’s Director for Eastern Europe and Central Asia, Marie Struthers, expresses relief and joy at their release. What is the message from Amnesty International? Marie … Read more
Why was journalist José Rubén Zamora declared a prisoner of conscience? Amnesty International declared José Rubén Zamora a prisoner of conscience What are the demands of Amnesty International regarding his release? Authorities must release him immediately and unconditionally What is the current situation of José Rubén Zamora? He has spent two years in the Mariscal … Read more
Prisoners Dying in Inhumane Conditions in Benin What are the Conditions Like in Benin’s Prisons? At least 46 prisoners died in Benin’s prisons between January and July 2023. Prisoners faced overcrowded cells, lack of clean water, and no medical treatment. How is Amnesty International Responding to the Situation? Amnesty International calls for immediate measures to … Read more
Upcoming Nationwide Protests in Nigeria What does Amnesty International’s Nigeria Director say? The Nigerian authorities must respect the right to peaceful protest. Government officials should not demonize protesters. Protests must not be used as an excuse to crackdown on human rights. What is driving the protests? Escalating food prices are deepening poverty in Nigeria. Families … Read more