Why is the Need for a Ceasefire and Hostage Release More Crucial Than Ever? October 7, 2024, marks a year since the devastating attacks in southern Israel. Over 41,500 people have lost their lives in an ongoing Israeli onslaught. 1.9 million individuals have been forcibly displaced in the Gaza Strip. What Does Amnesty International’s Secretary … Read more
Latest Updates on Gaza What has Gaza faced in the past year? Gaza has experienced a year filled with loss and pain. The region has been plagued by conflict, leading to devastating consequences for its residents. How has the ongoing conflict affected the people of Gaza? The conflict has resulted in loss of lives and … Read more
By Agnès Callamard, Secretary General at Amnesty International Why is humanity at a crossroads? Multiple wars and extreme inequality Looming climate collapse New technologies transforming our existence We have no time for complacency or defeatism. It is crucial to salvage the world for future generations. What is the U.N.’s Summit of the Future? Aims to … Read more
Displacement Crisis in Gaza: Desperate Conditions for Families How are families coping with forced displacement? Haider has been displaced 8 times in Al-Mawasi due to explosions. Kamil and his children have moved multiple times in search of safety. What are the living conditions like for displaced families? Living conditions are dire for families on the … Read more
Israeli Authorities Accused of Unlawful Detention What is Happening? Israeli authorities are detaining Palestinians from Gaza indefinitely under the Unlawful Combatants Law. 27 former detainees, including a 14-year-old boy, testified to harrowing torture experiences. The law allows incommunicado detention and enforced disappearance. Why is this a Concern? Amnesty International condemns the indefinite incommunicado detention of … Read more
Recent Events in Gaza: Hospitals Facing Severe Strain What is happening in Gaza? Multiple mass casualty incidents Heavy strain on hospitals Need for urgent medical supplies How are hospitals affected? Operational challenges Lack of resources Overwhelmed medical staff What is the urgent need? Medical supplies Support for hospitals International aid In light of recent mass … Read more
Why is it crucial to protect civilians in Gaza? The recent escalation of violence in Gaza has raised concerns about the safety of civilians who are caught in the crossfire. What steps are being taken to protect civilians in Gaza? The UN has called for an immediate ceasefire to ensure the protection of civilians. Humanitarian … Read more
What happened to the ICRC office in Gaza? Recently, the ICRC office in Gaza was surrounded by hundreds of displaced civilians and unfortunately damaged due to nearby shelling. Why was the ICRC office in Gaza targeted? The reason behind the damage to the ICRC office in Gaza was the result of being surrounded by displaced … Read more
What is the latest update from Gaza? International humanitarian agencies are urging for civilians to be protected amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The violence must not target innocent people who are caught in the crossfire. How are humanitarian agencies responding? Providing aid and support to those affected by the conflict. Campaigning for the protection … Read more
Statement by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees to the United Nations Security Council Thu, 05/30/2024 – 21:00 What global challenges does Mozambique face? Most devastating manifestations of the climate emergency Violent internal conflict fueled by armed groups Widespread forced displacement Why is compliance with international humanitarian law critical? Non-compliance with international humanitarian law … Read more