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Resilience Amid AdversityIn 2024, in the shadows of oppression, brave souls have emerged to stand against tyranny, as noted by Tirana Hassan, executive director of Human Rights Watch. She emphasized …
Bravery and Accountability in Challenging Times Read More
Increased Violence and DiscriminationIn June 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a third term in office, highlighted by an election campaign that …
India’s Deteriorating Human Rights Landscape Under Modi’s Leadership Read More
Iraqi authorities’ ongoing use of the Balgh platform to monitor online speech and restrict freedom of expression is met with strong condemnation from various human rights organizations. Introduced two years …
Iraq’s Balgh Platform: Two Years of Repression Against Free Speech Read More
In a chilling pre-dawn raid, Moroccan authorities abducted Sahrawi human rights defenders Hassan Zarouali and Saleh Dlimi. Stripped of their mobile phones, the activists faced brutal violence and humiliation before …
Moroccan Authorities’ Violent Abduction of Sahrawi Human Rights Defenders Read More
In a groundbreaking visit to Syria, UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk highlighted the remarkable resilience of the Syrian people amidst their overwhelming suffering. “I have been impressed by the …
Hope and Resilience: UN Human Rights Chief’s Visit to Syria Read More
In a stark reflection of human rights violations, Central Asian governments intensified repression and silenced dissent throughout 2024. Human Rights Watch’s World Report 2025 illuminates a grim landscape where activists, …
Central Asia’s Human Rights Crisis: A Call for Global Solidarity Read More
In Niger, human rights defender Moussa Tchangari faces troubling charges, including “infringing on national defense” and “intelligence with enemy countries.” This situation escalated following his arrest on December 3, 2024, …
Urgent Call to Free Human Rights Defender Moussa Tchangari Read More
Amnesty International (AI) recently urged immediate action against Boko Haram following horrific attacks that claimed the lives of over 40 civilians in Borno State, Nigeria. Isa Sanusi, AI Nigeria’s Director, …
Amnesty International Calls for Urgent Action Against Boko Haram in Nigeria Read More
The U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, expressed disbelief over the staggering number of atrocities committed in Syria. He highlighted the necessity for transitional justice following the regime …
U.N. Rights Chief Highlights Shocking Atrocities and Need for Justice in Syria Read More
David Yambio’s life in Libya spiraled into a waking nightmare as he faced the brutal realities of being a refugee. Kidnapped by militias supposedly connected to the Libyan Ministry of …
David Yambio: A Refugee’s Battle and Advocacy Against Injustice in Libya Read More