Europe: Sweeping pattern of systematic attacks and restrictions undermine peaceful protest Amnesty International unveils the alarming state of the right to protest across Europe. Under-protected and over-restricted: Review of 21 European countries shows the systematic decline of the right to protest. Policing, impunity, and surveillance: Excessive force used by police against peaceful protesters with cases … Read more
Humanitarian Crisis: Russia Strikes Innocent Civilians in Ukraine Are Russian Missile Strikes Targeting Civilians in Ukraine? Amnesty International condemns the recent Russian missile strikes in Ukraine, resulting in the death of dozens of civilians. The destruction of hospitals and residential buildings is a blatant violation of human rights. What Evidence Supports the Claims? Evidence suggests … Read more
Investigation shows military air strike killed 12 civilians and injured 26 as historic monastery in Magway, Central Myanmar attacked What does the data reveal about jet fuel shipments to Myanmar? Data confirms ongoing fuel shipments despite global calls Multiple shipments identified between January and June Risks of fuel misuse by the military highlighted Amnesty International … Read more
Why was Ahmad Hassan al-Zoubi arrested? Jordanian journalist Ahmad Hassan al-Zoubi was arrested for criticizing authorities in a Facebook post about transportation strikes in Ma’an. What are the charges against him? Al-Zoubi was sentenced to one year in prison and fined for “inciting strife” with his post. He faced an unfair trial under Article 150 … Read more
Why was a human rights defender arrested in Russia? Reacting to the arbitrary arrest of a prominent Russian human rights defender, Aleksei Sokolov, in Yekaterinburg, the Urals, for displaying the Facebook logo online which is regarded as an “extremist symbol” in Russia, Natalia Zviagina, Amnesty International’s Russia Director, stated that… He was charged for displaying … Read more
Reacting to the hiring by the Nigerian oil regulator of the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and S&P Global to help scrutinize the sale of Shell’s onshore assets in the country, Isa Sanusi, Amnesty International Nigeria Director, highlighted the importance of maintaining independence and avoiding conflicts of interest in the assessment process. Why is maintaining independence … Read more
Impact of New Criminal Laws in India What are the key provisions of the new laws? Introduces Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhinayam (BSA) BNS criminalizes acts endangering the sovereignty of India, akin to sedition laws BNSS allows 15-day custody of accused beyond the initial 2 weeks … Read more
Amnesty International Condemns Conviction of Cambodian Activists Responding to news that 10 environmental activists associated with the Mother Nature Cambodia group were convicted by the Phnom Penh Capital Court, Amnesty International expressed deep concern over the verdict. Why is Amnesty International Speaking Out? The activists were convicted of “plotting” and “insulting the King.” Mother Nature … Read more
Seeking Justice in Lebanon’s Military Court: A Glimpse into a Landmark Trial Sahar Mandour, Amnesty International’s Researcher on Lebanon, has been closely following a significant torture trial at the country’s Military Court. The trial revolves around the tragic death of Syrian refugee Bashar Abed Saud in state custody, with allegations of torture by members of … Read more
Amnesty International Kenya calls on the National Police Service (NPS) and the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) to uphold their constitutional obligations to protect and facilitate peaceful protestors during the #OccupyEverywhere protests scheduled for today across the country. Why is Amnesty International Urging Security Services to Respect Rights? Reminds law enforcement and military officials of a … Read more