What are the demands of international organizations in the context of protests in Venezuela? In the aftermath of post-electoral protests in Venezuela, undersigned organizations strongly advocate for the respect and guarantee of the right to freedom of expression, assembly, and peaceful protest. The call is made to the authorities to refrain from criminalizing protests and … Read more
Significant Convictions for Crimes Against Humanity in Guinea Responding to the recent convictions of eight individuals for crimes against humanity related to the tragic events of September 2009 in Conakry, Amnesty International’s Regional Director for West and Central Africa, Samira Daoud, expressed cautious optimism. The verdict entails a significant moment almost fifteen years after the … Read more
Amnesty International Urges Action Against Threat to Freedom of Association in Paraguay What is the Urgent Global Action by Amnesty International? Amnesty International issued an urgent global action against the passage of a bill in Paraguay. The action calls on the president of the Paraguayan Chamber of Deputies to withdraw the bill. Why is the … Read more
Amnesty International Designates Wet’suwet’en Chief Dsta’hyl as Prisoner of Conscience What is a Prisoner of Conscience? Amnesty International has designated Likhts’amisyu Clan Wing Chief Dsta’hyl as the first-ever prisoner of conscience in Canada. This decision recognizes individuals confined due to their beliefs, ethnicity, or other reasons without advocating violence. Why Chief Dsta’hyl? Chief Dsta’hyl was … Read more
Yezidis Still Suffering Violations, 10 Years After Islamic State Attack Why Are Yezidis Still Missing? As per Amnesty International, thousands of Yezidi survivors of IS atrocities remain missing, with hundreds believed to be detained in north-east Syria, even after a decade has passed since the initial attack. Over 3,000 Yezidis unlawfully killed by IS At … Read more
Director of Amnesty International’s European Institutions Office criticizes the opening of new detention centres in Albania Why is Amnesty International against the new detention centres in Albania? The plan is harmful and unlawful Will subject people in distress to long and unnecessary journeys May curtail the right to seek asylum and have claims assessed fairly … Read more
Leidy Cadena: A Story of Resilience How Did Leidy Cadena’s Life Change Forever? Leidy Cadena, a Colombian student, lost an eye in a police attack. Leidy became the face of the National Strike in Colombia. Threats forced her to leave her country. What Led Leidy Cadena to Protest? Leidy protested against bullfighting in Bogotá, leading … Read more
Responding to the deaths of at least three Baloch protesters and mass arrests of participants of the ‘Baloch Raji Machi’ protests in Balochistan, Pakistan, Babu Ram Pant, Deputy Regional Director for South Asia at Amnesty International, expressed deep concern over the situation. Why are Baloch protesters facing violent crackdowns? Every time Baloch protests occur, security … Read more
Privatization of Healthcare in Egypt: Implications for Vulnerable Communities What is the Impact of the New Law on Healthcare Access? A new law privatizing healthcare in Egypt raises concerns about accessibility. The law allows the private sector to operate public health facilities for profit. No price regulations in place, potentially leading to higher healthcare costs. … Read more
Why is Amnesty International Urging Greece to Repeal Legal Rules? Amnesty International is calling on Greece to urgently repeal legal rules causing asylum seekers on Samos to be unlawfully detained. What Revelations Does the Report Make about the Samos Refugee Centre? Reveals use of arbitrary detention orders Greece serving as a testing ground for EU … Read more