Responding to the ICJ Opinion on Israel’s Policies in OPT: Amnesty International’s Erika Guevara Rosas reacts to the International Court of Justice’s advisory opinion. What Does the ICJ Opinion State? The ICJ deems Israel’s occupation and annexation of Palestinian territories as unlawful. Discriminatory laws and policies against Palestinians violate the prohibition on racial segregation and … Read more
Escalating Crackdown on Human Rights in Mali Malian authorities have come under fire for the arbitrary detention of opposition leaders, including Youssouf Daba Diawara. Why were they detained? Youssouf Daba Diawara was charged with “opposing legitimate authority” for participating in an unauthorized protest. 11 opposition leaders were arrested and charged with “plotting against state authority” … Read more
Anna Błuś is Amnesty International’s Researcher on Gender Justice in Europe. Excitement is mounting ahead of the Paris Olympic Games, but in a country which proclaims its devotion to “égalité”, Muslim women athletes are being left out and discriminated against – simply because they refuse to give up their right to wear what they want. … Read more
Cambodia: World Heritage Committee must ensure UNESCO decision addresses Angkor forced evictions Member states at next week’s UNESCO World Heritage Committee must address human rights violations carried out by Cambodian authorities affecting thousands of families at the Angkor historical site, Amnesty International said. UNESCO Concerns and Draft Decision UNESCO draft decision expresses concern about possible … Read more
Reacting to the Lithuanian parliament’s decision to withdraw from the Convention on Cluster Munitions, Dinushika Dissanayake, Amnesty International’s Deputy Regional Director of Research in Europe, emphasized the repercussions of this move. Why is Lithuania withdrawing from the Convention on Cluster Munitions seen as disastrous? The decision abandons the global consensus aimed at minimizing civilian harm … Read more
Investigation into Human Rights Violations in Peru Protests What revelations has Amnesty International made? Amnesty International’s report uncovers President Dina Boluarte’s possible criminal responsibility in deadly protests. What decisions by top officials led to lethal consequences? Leaders’ decisions resulted in 50 deaths and 1,400 injuries during protests. Key officials failed to prevent killings despite multiple … Read more
Amnesty International reported that the Egyptian authorities have carried out arbitrary arrests against people calling for anti-government protests due to rising public discontent at soaring prices and ongoing power cuts. What sparked the arrests? Security forces detained 119 individuals in connection to online calls for a “Dignity Revolution” on 12 July. The calls were made … Read more
Senegal Authorities Target Dissenting Voices Ahead of 2024 Elections A wave of repression hit Senegal as authorities arrested over 1,000 people, including journalists, activists, and protesters, between January and December 2023. Collective of families of political prisoners reports on arbitrary arrests. Amnesty International advocates for improved prison conditions in Senegal, focusing on overcrowding and unsanitary … Read more
Amnesty International’s Boram Jang Reacts to South Korean Supreme Court Ruling: What does the South Korean Supreme Court’s ruling mean for same-sex couples? A historic victory for equality and human rights in South Korea A significant step towards dismantling systemic discrimination An affirmation of inclusivity for all What are the implications of this ruling? This … Read more
South Korea: Supreme Court ruling a historic victory for same-sex couples What is the significance of the Supreme Court ruling in South Korea regarding same-sex couples? South Korean Supreme Court affirmed that same-sex couples are entitled to the same health insurance benefits as heterosexual couples. The decision is a historic victory for equality and human … Read more