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Uyghur student Nefise Oguz faced censorship from TikTok after posting a video discussing the Uyghur genocide. This incident reflects a broader trend of TikTok deleting posts about human rights violations, …
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Amnesty International has launched a campaign in Cuba advocating for human rights, especially focusing on freedom of expression. Known as “Respect Freedom of Expression in Cuba,” it seeks signatures to …
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Legal scholar Xu Zhiyong is on a hunger strike protesting overcrowded and cruel conditions in Lunan Prison, China, where he is subject to harassment and denied legal rights. His health …
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Xu Zhiyong, a prominent human rights lawyer in China, is facing severe health issues due to arbitrary detention and mistreatment at Lunan Prison. Since starting a hunger strike on October …
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Amnesty International has designated Grigory Melkonyants, co-chair of the Russian election watchdog Golos, as a prisoner of conscience amidst his trial for alleged involvement with an ‘undesirable organization’. Arrested ahead …
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The International Service for Human Rights (ISHR) demands accountability from China over ongoing human rights abuses in Xinjiang, urging compliance with OHCHR recommendations. Allegations of discrimination and enforced disappearances against …
Global Outcry: ISHR Demands Accountability for Xinjiang’s Human Rights Abuses Read More
Japan’s Diet is poised to investigate its flawed criminal justice system following the acquittal of Iwao Hakamata, who was wrongly held on death row for decades due to a coerced …
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COP29, set to be hosted by Azerbaijan, raises alarms due to the country’s poor human rights record and environmental dereliction. President Biden’s engagement with Azerbaijan appears to prioritize political alliances …
Accountability at COP29: Confronting Azerbaijan’s Dual Challenges Read More
Uzbekistan is vigorously combating torture through significant constitutional amendments, a national preventive mechanism, and increased accountability measures. The nation has ratified over 80 international human rights treaties, reflecting its dedication …
Uzbekistan’s Commitment to Eradicating Torture and Upholding Human Rights Read More
The International Service for Human Rights calls for global accountability regarding human rights violations in Xinjiang, urging China to implement UN recommendations and allow investigations. Despite a 2022 OHCHR report …
Global Call for Accountability: Human Rights Violations in Xinjiang Read More