Act Now: Paraguay Faces Critical Threat to Freedom of Association

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

Wet’suwet’en Chief Dsta’hyl named Canada’s first Amnesty International prisoner of conscience

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

Urgent call for human rights in post-election Venezuela

In anticipation of the presidential elections scheduled for Sunday 28 July 2024, Amnesty International has condemned the escalating repression that has marked the election period and raised the alarm about the situation in the country over the coming weeks. Ana Piquer, Americas Director at Amnesty International, said: What has been happening in Venezuela? The state … Read more

Peru Protests: President and Chain of Command Linked to Fatalities and Injuries – Who’s to Blame?

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

Breaking News: Paraguay Senate Approves Bill Threatening Human Rights Protection

Humanitarian Concerns: Paraguay Senate’s Bill Threatens Human Rights What are the Main Human Rights Risks Posed by the Bill? Lack of precision and clarity in the bill’s scope and implementation. No distinction between public and private fund recipients. Threat to the independence of civil society organizations. Broad provisions allowing authorities to seize assets and resources. … Read more

Urgent Call for Child Protection in Haiti as Multinational Security Mission Arrives

Child Protection urged as the Multinational Security Support Mission deploys to Haiti Why is Child Protection Urged in Haiti? The Multinational Security Support (MSS) Mission led by Kenyan police starts deployment in Haiti. Amnesty International stresses the need for human rights safeguards to prevent violations. What are the Concerns? Lack of transparency on implementation of … Read more