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The United Nations, through its human rights chief Volker Türk, has raised urgent concerns over a stark rise in executions in Iran. Türk characterized the situation as “deeply disturbing,” emphasizing …
UN Urges Iran to Halt Rising Executions Amid Human Rights Concerns Read More
In 2024, Iran’s execution figures reached a staggering 901, marking a distressing increase as reported by the UN human rights chief. “It is deeply disturbing that yet again we see …
Alarming Rise in Executions: Iran Reports 901 Death Sentences in 2024 Read More
In the eerie stillness of Cairo on November 1, 2018, the National Security Agency (NSA) stormed Hoda Abdelmoniem’s home in the early hours, taking her away blindfolded into the unknown. …
The Unfolding Crisis of Human Rights in Egypt: Hoda Abdelmoniem’s Story Read More
In a shocking revelation, the United Nations reports that Iran executed at least 901 individuals in 2024, marking an alarming rise from the 853 executions reported in the previous year. …
U.N. Reports Iran Executed Over 900 People in 2024, Alarm Bells Ring Read More
In an intriguing twist of events, Saudi Arabia is now advocating for a global agreement to ensure artificial intelligence (AI) aligns with humanitarian and democratic principles. This plea has raised …
Saudi Arabia’s Hypocrisy: Advocating for Humanitarian AI Amidst Repression Read More
In Banjul, The Gambia, from October 17 to November 6, 2024, the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) convened for its 81st Public Ordinary Session. This gathering brought …
Advocacy Against the Death Penalty at the 81st Ordinary Session of the ACHPR Read More
The Commissioner for Human Rights (CHR) has revealed a landmark achievement in 2023: the highest number of assistance applications ever recorded, totaling 79,698. This surge underscores not only the growing …
2023 Summary: A Milestone Year for Human Rights Advocacy Read More
Abdul Rahman Al-Qaradawi, an Egyptian-Turkish poet, faces extradition requests from Egypt and the UAE after being detained by Lebanese authorities. His arrest followed critical comments about these governments made during …
Urgent Call: Lebanon Must Resist Extradition of Poet Abdul Rahman Al-Qaradawi Read More
In a significant development for the advocacy of international human rights, Human Rights First announces the appointment of Joshua Colangelo-Bryan as Special Counsel. Joshua, known for his innovative approach to …
Human Rights First Appoints Joshua Colangelo-Bryan as Special Counsel Read More
In an alarming turn of events, Iran has reached a grim milestone in 2024 with at least 31 women executed, marking the highest number since 2008, according to the Iran …
Record Executions of Women in Iran Highlight Systemic Injustice Read More