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On November 13, Nicaragua presented its human rights status at the UN, showing a stark divide between its positive claims and the grim reality of state violence, suppression of dissent, …
Nicaragua’s Human Rights Crisis: UN Scrutiny Reveals Stark Realities Read More
The Committee to Protect Journalists calls on Ethiopia to implement recommendations that enhance press freedom and protect journalists ahead of the upcoming UN review. CPJ’s detailed report highlights serious violations …
CPJ Urges Ethiopia to Enhance Press Freedom in UN Human Rights Review Read More
Afghanistan’s Taliban regime has severely restricted women’s rights through numerous decrees since taking power, prompting international criticism for engaging with the group without women’s representation. Human rights activists argue that …
Are Women’s Rights in Afghanistan at Risk of Negotiation? Read More
The Taliban’s rule in Afghanistan has severely restricted women’s rights, leading to widespread condemnation from human rights advocates. Activists like Nazifa Jalali reveal the tragic consequences of these restrictions through …
The Unraveling of Women’s Rights in Afghanistan: A Tale of Hope and Despair Read More
Human Rights Watch urges France to support an international initiative aimed at holding the Taliban accountable for human rights abuses in Afghanistan, particularly those affecting women and girls. The organization …
Human Rights Watch Urges France to Support Global Initiative Against Taliban Abuses Read More
North Korea’s human rights record will face scrutiny during the U.N. Human Rights Council’s upcoming Universal Periodic Review from November 4 to 15. With 91 countries participating, urgent calls for …
Intense Scrutiny of North Korea’s Human Rights Record at U.N. Review Read More
Zambia’s police arrested journalist Thomas Zgambo for nearly two weeks without charges, demanding access to his electronics. After a hunger strike, he was finally charged with criminal libel and granted …
Zambia Must Cease Harassment of Investigative Journalist Thomas Zgambo Read More
Western envoys in Kenya are alarmed by reports of arbitrary arrests and disappearances as Kenya assumes its seat on the UN Human Rights Council. Amid rising violence and government crackdowns …
International Concerns Mount as Kenya Enters UN Human Rights Council Read More
Western envoys in Kenya are alarmed by rising reports of arbitrary arrests and enforced disappearances, urging investigations as Kenya joins the UN Human Rights Council. While promising support for political …
Concerns Over Human Rights Violations As Kenya Joins UN Council Read More
Western diplomats in Kenya have raised alarms over arbitrary arrests and enforced disappearances as the nation joins the UN Human Rights Council. Human rights groups note rampant abuses against critics, …
Western Concerns Rise Over Human Rights Abuses as Kenya Joins UN Council Read More