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In a concerning move, Egyptian authorities have detained numerous individuals for merely expressing support for calls to end the presidency of Abdel Fattah al-Sisi. Amnesty International reports that since late …
Egypt: Immediate Release of Detained Social Media Users Demanded Read More
On 18 February 2025, a significant crackdown on press freedom unfolded as the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office conducted operations targeting the Peoples’ Democratic Congress (HDK). Among the detained were …
Crackdown on Press Freedom: Journalists Detained in Turkey Read More
Pakhshan Azizi, a dedicated humanitarian and human rights activist from Iran’s Kurdish community, is facing execution after an unjust trial primarily based on her commitment to peaceful activism. Her exit …
Urgent Call to Action: Save Kurdish Activist Pakhshan Azizi from Execution Read More
As the Human Rights Council convenes, it marks three years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, underscoring the urgency of its mission. The European Union firmly denounces Russia’s persistent aggressions …
Human Rights Council Session: A Call to Action for Global Justice Read More
Sihem Bensedrine, a prominent Tunisian human rights activist, was released from prison following a ruling from the Court of Appeal. This decision comes after the UN urged her immediate release …
Sihem Bensedrine’s Release Highlights Tunisia’s Human Rights Struggles Read More
As Syria embarks on a fragile post-conflict journey, the establishment of human rights under its new regime is paramount. The UN is steadfastly pursuing accountability for those within the previous …
Human Rights in Post-conflict Syria: The Role of HTS and International Oversight Read More
In the Sahel, human rights defenders face unprecedented targeting from governments, leading to a significant decline in civic space and public freedoms. A report published by the Observatory for the …
Escalating Repression of Human Rights Defenders in the Sahel Read More
The Sahrawi National Committee for Human Rights has voiced its deep condemnation of the severe measures enforced by Moroccan authorities upon Sahrawi political prisoners. In a statement released on Wednesday, …
Sahrawi Committee Denounces Moroccan Abuse of Political Prisoners Read More
Amnesty International has urgently called for the release of Egyptian human rights activists who are being held without justification and are awaiting dubious legal proceedings. Allegations against these individuals involve …
Amnesty International Urges Egypt to Release Detained Activists for Social Media Posts Read More
On 19 February 2025, Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW), a UK-based human rights group, submitted a petition to the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) to address urgent violations …
CSW Appeals to African Commission over Human Rights Violations in Sudan Read More