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Human Rights Watch has called upon Costa Rica to refrain from complicity in the United States’ mistreatment of migrants. Michael Garcia Bochenek, a senior counsel on children’s rights, asserted that …
Human Rights Watch Appeals to Costa Rica on Migrant Treatment Read More
In a troubling turn of events, Idrissa Barry, a prominent political activist and journalist in Burkina Faso, was arrested in Ouagadougou by individuals identifying as gendarmes. His arrest has generated …
Concerns Rise Over Forcible Disappearance of Activist Idrissa Barry in Burkina Faso Read More
The Peruvian President Dina Boluarte faces a crucial decision regarding a newly passed bill that could greatly hinder the operations of independent journalists and civil organisations. Approved by Congress on …
Peru’s Anti-NGO Bill: A Call for Presidential Veto Amidst Democracy’s Erosion Read More
In 2018, the US, under the Trump administration, withdrew from the United Nations Human Rights Council, with Ambassador Nikki R. Haley citing the council’s perceived bias, particularly against Israel. Citing …
The Impact of US Withdrawal from the Human Rights Council on Global Diplomacy Read More
In a call to action, Human Rights Watch and six Indonesian human rights organisations urge parliament to dismiss proposed amendments to the 2004 armed forces law, which threaten to broaden …
Indonesia’s Proposed Military Law Amendments Pose Human Rights Threats Read More
In the ever-evolving landscape of U.S. politics, a significant transformation is reverberating beyond its borders, reshaping the interactions between nations. Amid attempts to dismantle USAID, a vital organisation for humanitarian …
Lessons from Global Experiences: Navigating U.S. Political Challenges Read MoreA prominent rights group has highlighted a troubling increase in pressure from Pakistani authorities on Afghan refugees, compelling them to return to Afghanistan where they are likely to face persecution …
Increased Pressure on Afghan Refugees Sparks Urgency for Action Read More
In a recent turn of events, Human Rights Watch’s Turkey Director, Emma Sinclair-Webb, raised her voice against the detention of Istanbul’s Mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, labelling it a “flagrant abuse of …
Human Rights Watch Decries Detention of Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu Read More
In a troubling development, a prominent rights group has reported that Pakistan has intensified its pressure on Afghan refugees to return to Afghanistan, a country fraught with dangers under Taliban …
Pakistan’s Coercive Push on Afghan Refugees: A Call for Urgent Action Read More
Human Rights Watch has expressed strong disapproval regarding the recent detention of Istanbul’s Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu and several officials from the municipal government. Emma Sinclair-Webb, the Turkey Director for Human …
Human Rights Watch Condemns Detention of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu Read More