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The undersigned human rights organisations and media outlets, including the Observatory (FIDH-OMCT), express grave concern regarding the Egyptian government’s recent decision to block Zawia 3. This independent media platform has …
Concerns Mount as Egypt Blocks Zawia 3, Undermining Press Freedom Read More
In a distressing development, the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT) has reported the forced deportation of at least 40 Uyghurs from Thailand to China, raising urgent human rights concerns. This …
Thailand’s Deportation of Uyghurs: A Deepening Human Rights Crisis Read More
As the world encounters escalating threats to human rights, the call for unity and decisive actions grows clearer. OMCT Secretary General Gerald Staberock shares his vision for 2025, emphasising essential …
OMCT’s Vision for 2025: A Stronger Stand Against Torture Read More
In the Sahel region, a disquieting trend emerges as human rights defenders face increasing repression from state authorities. The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders has released a …
Civic Space and Human Rights Defenders: Convergence of Repression in the Sahel Read More
In a significant joint statement issued by seven human rights organisations, including the Observatory (FIDH-OMCT), there is an urgent call for the immediate release of journalist Makhabat Tazhibek Kyzy, who …
Urgent Call for Action: Protect Imprisoned Journalist Makhabat Tazhibek Kyzy from Death Threats Read More
In the Sahel, human rights defenders face unprecedented targeting from governments, leading to a significant decline in civic space and public freedoms. A report published by the Observatory for the …
Escalating Repression of Human Rights Defenders in the Sahel Read More
In recent years, Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, and Niger have witnessed profound turmoil as military leaders seized control, plunging these nations into periods of transition marked by a chilling suppression …
Escalating Repression of Human Rights in the Sahel Region Read More
In Honduras, a pressing call has surfaced from organisations like the FIDH-OMCT, urging corporations to terminate their trade relationships with Corporación DINANT. This plea arises due to alarming reports of …
Honduras: Urgent Call to End Trade with Corporación Dinant Amid Human Rights Violations Read More
In a compelling call for justice, ahead of the hearings for lawyers Betül Vangölü Kozağaçlı and Seda Şaraldı, the Progressive Lawyers’ Association (ÇHD) and various global organisations urge Turkish authorities …
Call for Justice: Global Appeal for Release of Turkish Lawyers Read More
Rallying for Justice: The Case of Doros Polykarpou On December 12, 2024, a coalition of humanitarian organizations, including FIDH and OMCT, fervently reached out to Cyprus’s Attorney General, Mr. Georgios …
Joint Appeal for Justice in the Case of Doros Polykarpou Read More