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Russia: Draft Law Imposing Sweeping Restrictions on Government Critics Abroad Weaponizes Punishment to Silence Dissent
This legislation is a chilling attempt to punish people who have left Russia but continue to criticize its authorities.
July 21, 2026
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Europe/IOPT: EU States Allowing the Sale of Israel Bonds in Europe Risk Complicity in Ongoing Genocide in Gaza
Israel has become increasingly reliant on foreign investments to finance its genocide and bankroll its crimes against Palestinians.
July 21, 2026
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Mozambique: Authorities Must Immediately Open Investigation Into Summary Execution of Narciso Castigo Sambo
The execution-style police killing of Narciso Castigo Sambo is an egregious contravention of the right to life.
July 21, 2026
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Egypt: Release Dozens Detained Over Gen Z Online Group Calling for Political Change
Egyptian authorities must release dozens of people detained over a Gen Z online group calling for political change.
July 21, 2026
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India: Crackdown on Peaceful Protesters in New Delhi Raises Serious Human Rights Concerns
Peaceful dissent is being repressed in India.
July 20, 2026
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Ecuador/USA: The Role of the U.S. in the Strike on an Ecuadorian Vessel Must be Investigated
The families of the eight individuals whose whereabouts are unknown fear that this is a case of enforced disappearance at…
July 20, 2026
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Portugal: Blanket Ban on Face Coverings Threatens Several Human Rights
This new law is discriminatory and clearly violates the human rights of Muslim women who choose to cover their faces.
July 17, 2026
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Africa: As It Turns 20, the African Court Needs More Support for Its Human Rights Mandate Across the Continent
African Union member states must ensure full political, legal and financial support for the African Court on Human and Peoples’…
July 17, 2026
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El Salvador: The Human Cost of the State of Exception Could Amount to Crimes Against Humanity
Security cannot be built on arbitrariness, torture, enforced disappearances and the annulment of due process.
July 16, 2026
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Myanmar: Reported Sea Tragedies Highlight Desperate Choices Facing Rohingya
These reports are a heartbreaking reminder of the increasingly desperate choices facing many Rohingya today.
July 16, 2026
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EU/Tunisia: Three Years On, EU Migration Cooperation Still Fueling Human Rights Violations in Tunisia
The EU must act urgently to suspend cooperation on border control with Tunisia and implement effective human rights safeguards.
July 16, 2026
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Hong Kong: Police Raids on Independent Bookshops Reported Again in New Blow to Freedom of Expression
Hong Kong is a place where you can be criminalized simply for what’s on your bookshelf.
July 15, 2026