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In a poignant address delivered at Wilton Park, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk underscored the indispensable role of human rights defenders amidst the chaos of today’s world. …
The Crucial Role of Human Rights Defenders in Conflict Resolution Read More
In Dummar, a suburban landscape near Damascus, the execution of former local official Mazen Knaineh has sparked a worrying outcry among human rights advocates and civil organizations. Residents, mourning their …
Revenge Executions in Dummar Spark Human Rights Alarm Read More
In a striking plea, the Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights has urged the Canadian government to join the U.S. in recognizing the atrocities committed by Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces …
Canada Urged to Join U.S. in Declaring Genocide in Sudan Read More
A coalition of UN human rights experts is calling on the U.S. Senate to reject a controversial bill that would impose sanctions against the International Criminal Court (ICC) and its …
UN Experts Challenge US Bill Targeting ICC Amid Human Rights Concerns Read More
The Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor has formally requested that Israel be added to the United Nations’ blacklist of entities involved in sexual violence in conflict situations. This call stems from …
Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor Calls for Israel’s Inclusion in UN Sexual Violence Blacklist Read More
In a historic step towards justice, the UN General Assembly’s Sixth Committee has reached a consensus to draft an international treaty aimed at preventing and punishing Crimes Against Humanity. This …
Historic Resolution Paves the Way for Crimes Against Humanity Treaty Read More
Jimmy Carter’s journey transcended his presidency, unfolding into a profound legacy of human rights advocacy that flourished post-1981. Through partnerships with Human Rights Watch and various NGOs, he championed international …
Jimmy Carter’s Enduring Human Rights Legacy After the Presidency Read More
On December 30, 2024, a devastating attack struck the Sudanese Church of Christ (SCOC) in Gezira State, reportedly perpetrated by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). During a Christmas prayer service, …
Human Rights Foundation Condemns Attack on Sudanese Church Amidst Christian Threats Read More
Amidst increasing tensions in Syria, the UN’s OHCHR has called for restraint as reports surface of targeted killings within the Alawite community, historically linked to the Assad regime. Spokesperson Liz …
Global Human Rights Update: Syria, Iran, and the Central African Republic Read More
Amnesty International’s International Board has enacted a two-year suspension of the Israel branch due to its critical stance on recent reports about Israel. These reports allege systemic anti-Palestinian racism within …
Amnesty International Suspends Israel Branch Over Claims of Racism and Bias Read More