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Original Source: www.jurist.org In a bold step towards accountability, the US Department of State has officially declared former Colombian General Mario Montoya Uribe unwelcome on American soil due to his …
US Bars Former Colombian General Over Human Rights Violations Read More
New legislation seeks to re-detain individuals from the ‘NZYQ’ cohort following recent High Court rulings, potentially violating ten human rights, as reported by a bipartisan committee. The proposed bill allows …
Bill to Re-Detain NZYQ Cohort Threatens Multiple Human Rights Read More
The Inter-American Court of Human Rights ruled on the case of enforced disappearances involving four Guatemalan human rights defenders from the late 1980s. The ruling addresses decades of impunity and …
Historic Ruling in Guatemalan Disappearance Case Offers Hope for Justice Read More
On November 19, 2024, 45 Hong Kong pro-democracy advocates received harsh prison sentences under national security charges. This case illustrates the deteriorating human rights situation since the imposition of the …
Severe Sentences for 45 Hong Kong Democracy Advocates Signal Legal Crisis Read More
WOLA denounces the Venezuelan government’s harassment of human rights defenders, particularly targeting PROVEA and its leader Óscar Murillo. Following a controversial election, state authorities have heightened threats against those demanding …
WOLA Condemns Venezuelan Government’s Crackdown on PROVEA and Civil Society Read More
Mexican lawmakers have reelected Rosario Piedra, head of the National Human Rights Commission, despite significant opposition for her inaction on government abuses. Critics claim her leadership reflects the ruling Morena …
Controversial Reelection: Rosario Piedra Retains Position Amid Human Rights Criticism Read More
In 2024, Iraq significantly escalated unlawful executions, conducting killings without legal representation or family notification. Human Rights Watch reported rampant torture and due process violations, with about 8,000 on death …
Iraq’s Disturbing Surge in Unlawful Executions Amid Human Rights Violations Read More
Donald Trump is advocating for the use of recess appointments to fill key administration roles without Senate confirmation, a move supported by some conservatives like Elon Musk, but met with …
The Clash for Power: Trump, Musk, and the Debate on Recess Appointments Read More
Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump’s nominee for Secretary of Defense, faced sexual assault allegations in 2017, which were investigated by police but led to no charges. Hegseth’s attorney has labeled the …
Trump’s Defense Nominee Pete Hegseth Faces 2017 Assault Allegations Read More
Donald Trump has appointed his personal lawyers Todd Blanche, Emil Bove, and D John Sauer to key positions within the Justice Department, indicating a shift towards loyalty over judicial independence. …
Trump Reshapes Justice Department With Loyal Legal Team Appointments Read More