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In light of the Lebanese Parliament’s recent confidence vote in the new government, Kristine Beckerle from Amnesty International emphasises the importance of prioritising human rights reforms. She highlights this moment …
Lebanon’s New Government: An Urgent Call for Human Rights Reforms Read More
In the aftermath of a confidence vote for Lebanon’s new government, Kristine Beckerle, Deputy Regional Director for Amnesty International in the Middle East and North Africa, emphasised the importance of …
Lebanon’s New Government: A Crucial Moment for Human Rights Protection Read More
Salma al-Shehab, a doctoral candidate at Leeds University, has been released from a Saudi prison, according to human rights advocates. The 36-year-old activist faced a devastating 34-year sentence for her …
UK Student Salma al-Shehab Released from Saudi Prison After Long Struggle Read More
Iranian authorities have rejected a request for judicial review concerning Pakhshan Azizi, a humanitarian aid worker from the Kurdish minority, who faces imminent execution. Diana Eltahawy from Amnesty International has …
Global Call to Action: Halt Imminent Execution of Kurdish Humanitarian Azizi Read More
In Tunisia, authorities have intensified their crackdown on LGBTI individuals, leading to the arrest of at least 84 people between September 26, 2024, and January 31, 2025. This wave of …
Tunisia’s Harsh Crackdown on LGBTI Rights: A Call for Urgent Action Read More
UN Review Urges Egypt to Address Human Rights Issues The Egyptian government has been urged to accept and implement recommendations from the UN review of its human rights record conducted …
Egypt Faces International Pressure to Address Human Rights Violations Read More
Egypt’s Repression Under Sisi As Egypt enters a challenging second decade under President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, the government continues its campaign of suppression against peaceful critics and activists. Human Rights …
Repression and Rising Poverty Mark Sisi’s Second Decade in Egypt Read More
Egypt’s Escalating Repression Under SisiAs President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi enters a second decade, Egypt faces widespread repression. Authorities systematically detain peaceful critics and activists, according to Human Rights Watch’s World …
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Syria’s New Dawn: A Chance for Justice and Rights The fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in December 2024 unveils fresh avenues for justice in Syria. Human Rights Watch emphasizes the …
Syria’s New Chapter: An Opportunity for Justice and Human Rights Read More
Dire Straits for Civic Freedom in Tunisia In a troubling turn of events, the Tunisian government has intensified its repression of dissenting voices and slammed the door on civil society, …
Tunisia’s Civic Space Erodes Amidst Government Repression Read More