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Report
“On My Campus, I Am Afraid” – China’s Targeting of Overseas Students Stifles Rights
This Amnesty International report details the impacts of government repression on Chinese international students studying at universities in Western Europe and North America.
May 12, 2024
Press Release
China: Overseas Students Face Harassment and Surveillance in Campaign of Transnational Repression
There are an estimated 900,000 Chinese students studying abroad, and Amnesty International is calling on host governments and universities to do more to protect the rights of those among them who face the threat of transnational repression.
May 12, 2024
Update
Voices Amidst Conflict: Protecting Journalists on World Press Freedom Day
In recognition of World Press Freedom Day, Amnesty International USA’s Country and Thematic Specialists are championing the role of journalists in upholding human rights worldwide.
May 10, 2024
Press Release
Global: Plans to Monitor Worldwide Biodiversity Deal Risk Harming the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Current plans regarding how to measure progress towards the Global Biodiversity Framework are unlikely to sufficiently assess whether the rights of the original inhabitants of the land are being protected.
May 10, 2024
Press Release
Over 300 Palestinian-Bedouin Face Forced Evictions Following Mass Home Demolitions in Negev/Naqab
The Israeli authorities’ demolition of 47 homes in Wadi al-Khalil without proper consultation or compensation underscores the urgency to dismantle Israel’s apartheid system.
May 9, 2024
Press Release
Global: FIFA Must Publish Its Review into Compensation for Workers Harmed Delivering the World Cup in Qatar
Ahead of its annual congress next week FIFA should make public the review it ordered into the organization’s responsibilities to redress human rights abuses related to the 2022 World Cup and respond positively and rapidly to its recommendations.
May 9, 2024
Report
CBP One – A Blessing or a Trap?
Amnesty International examined the human rights issues associated with the use of CBP One, a mobile application launched by US Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
May 9, 2024
Press Release
CBP One Mobile Application Violates the Rights of People Seeking Asylum in the United States
Mandatory use of the CBP One app as the sole means of seeking asylum in the U.S. is a violation of international human rights and refugee law.
May 9, 2024
Press Release
NSM-20 Delay Inexcusable Given Ongoing Atrocities, Despite Weapons Shipment Pause
It is overdue for President Biden to end U.S. complicity with the government of Israel's grave violations of international law.
May 8, 2024
Update
Educate, Motivate and Advocate: Amnesty International USA Holds Annual General Meeting
Amnesty International USA hosted its 2024 Annual General Meeting, providing activists ways to connect, recharge and reflect on our human rights work.
May 8, 2024
Press Release
Israeli Military Must Guarantee Civilians’ Safety as Ground Operation Gets Underway in Eastern Rafah
As the occupying power, Israel is responsible for ensuring the safety of Palestinians. Only an immediate and sustained ceasefire can put an end to mass civilian suffering and restore some faith in the universal value of international law.
May 7, 2024
Press Release
Somalia: Death of 23 Civilians in Military Strikes with Turkish Drones May Amount to War Crimes – New Investigation
Two strikes that killed 23 civilians during Somali military operations supported by Turkish drones must be investigated as war crimes.
May 7, 2024