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The Inter-American Court of Human Rights (IACHR) sat to listen to poignant testimonies from political prisoners and human rights organizations against the ongoing banishment and denationalization policies of Nicaragua’s Ortega …
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Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger share more than just geography; they are all governed by military juntas that are guilty of severe human rights violations. These violations manifest in numerous …
Militarization and Justice Erosion in the Sahel Region Read More
Under President Prabowo Subianto Djojohadikusumo, Indonesia is contemplating an amnesty for numerous Papuans convicted or charged for alleged support of the secessionist movement. However, the government’s mixed messages create confusion …
Indonesia’s Proposed Amnesty: A Step Toward Peace or Just a Mirage? Read More
On February 5, 2025, two political prisoners, Manouchehr Fallah and Shahriar Bayat, find themselves amidst a surge of executions threatening those dissenting against Iran’s oppressive regime. As the Islamic Republic …
Escalating Threat of Execution for Political Prisoners in Iran Read More
Journalist in Tajikistan Faces Severe Charges A journalist in Tajikistan stands accused in what local authorities describe as a “secret” case, potentially leading to a 17-year prison sentence, according to …
Tajikistan: Journalist Faces Severe Charges in Secret Case Read More
Supreme Court’s Landmark Ruling Uganda’s Supreme Court has ruled that military trials of civilians are unconstitutional, marking a monumental victory for human rights, according to Human Rights Watch. On January …
Uganda’s Supreme Court Declares Military Trials of Civilians Unconstitutional Read More
Human Rights Crises in UAE PrisonsHuman rights violations in UAE prisons cast a shadow over the treatment of foreign nationals, with vulnerable individuals like British businessman Ryan Cornelius suffering the …
Human Rights Violations in UAE: The Plight of British Businessman Ryan Cornelius Read More
Azerbaijan’s Controversial Trial of Ruben Vardanyan As the trial of Ruben Vardanyan commences, Marie Struthers, Amnesty International’s director, emphasizes the necessity of ensuring his fair trial rights. Vardanyan, who served …
demands for fair trial rights in Ruben Vardanyan’s case grow Read More
Tunisian Activist Launches Hunger Strike On January 14, Sihem Bensedrine, a notable human rights defender and former head of Tunisia’s Truth and Dignity Commission, began a hunger strike while imprisoned …
Tunisian Human Rights Defender Sihem Bensedrine on Hunger Strike Read More
Taiwan’s Controversial Execution: A Step Back for Human Rights Taiwan is facing intensified international scrutiny following its first execution in almost five years. On January 16, 32-year-old Huang Lin-kai, convicted …
Taiwan’s First Execution in Years Ignites Human Rights Debate Read More