Lebanon/Israel: Fears for safety of civilians grow as devastating death toll in Lebanon continues to rise Why is there a concern for civilian safety in Lebanon and Israel? Lebanon experienced the deadliest day since the civil war 558 people killed in a single day, including children and women Concerns about civilian casualties due to hostilities … Read more
Israeli authorities’ shutdown of Al Jazeera’s Ramallah office a crushing blow for press freedom What is the response to the shutdown? Heba Morayef, Amnesty International’s Regional Director for the Middle East and North Africa, condemned the Israeli authorities’ raid on Al Jazeera’s Ramallah office and the court order mandating its closure for 45 days. The … Read more
Americas: Record wildfires in South America Require an Unprecedented Response What is happening in South America? In August and September 2024, record fires have been raging across South America. Millions of hectares are burning in the Amazon basin and other ecosystems. What is Amnesty International calling for? Amnesty International has published an Open Letter to … Read more
The UN Human Rights Council must respond to the grave findings of the UN Fact-Finding Mission on Venezuela (FFM) and renew its critical mandate, said Amnesty International as the FFM presented its latest report to the Council this week. What are the key findings of the report? Details a severe human rights crisis in Venezuela … Read more
Response to Ruling by the Constitutional Court of Taiwan: What are the key takeaways from E-Ling Chiu? E-Ling Chiu from Amnesty International Taiwan acknowledges the progress towards human rights in Taiwan. Emphasis on flaws in the death penalty system. Concerns about unfair proceedings leading to death penalties. Call for amendments to protect those with mental … Read more
The ‘Financial Action Task Force’ (FATF) in its Mutual Evaluation Report pulls up the Indian government on the risk to abuse that the non-profit sector faces in India, said Amnesty International today. It also flags the delay in prosecutions in India under its money laundering and anti-terrorism laws. What does the Mutual Evaluation Report highlight? … Read more
Opportunity for Human Rights Advocacy at UN General Assembly What Is Happening? Agnès Callamard, Secretary General of Amnesty International, will be in New York for the 79th Session of the UN General Assembly. She will participate in the Summit of The Future and be available for interviews from 20 to 24 September. Callamard will address … Read more
Response to Hong Kong T-shirt Sedition Sentencing Why is this an attack on freedom of expression? Chu Kai-pong received a 14-month prison sentence for wearing a “seditious” T-shirt and mask. This sentencing showcases a blatant violation of the right to freedom of expression. What does Chu Kai-pong’s case highlight about the law? He is the … Read more
UNGA Resolution Demands End to Israel’s Unlawful Occupation of Palestinian Territory What did Amnesty International’s Secretary General Say? “Today’s resolution makes crystal-clear that Israel’s 57-year occupation of the Occupied Palestinian Territory, in flagrant violation of international law, cannot be allowed to continue any longer.” What are the Immediate Demands? Withdraw forces from the West Bank … Read more
What led to Ilham Tohti’s imprisonment? Sentenced to life imprisonment after an unfair trial in 2014 Advocated for dialogue between Uyghur and Han communities Charged with “separatism” based on his writings about discrimination How has the international community reacted? Amnesty International urges concrete steps for his release Calls on world leaders to demand action from … Read more