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Saudi Arabia: Families Fear Imminent Execution of Loved Ones Amid Surge in Drug-Related Executions
Between January and April 2025, the Saudi Arabian authorities executed at least 88 people including 52 for drug-related crimes.
April 24, 2025
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Peru: Enacted Law Hinders Freedom of Expression and Association and Jeopardizes Access to Justice for Victims
The highest authority in the country is sending a message that it will not accept criticism or dissenting voices.
April 23, 2025
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Google Must Move to a Rights-Respecting Approach After Court Declares It’s AdTech Function a Monopoly
A rights-respecting break-up of Google’s monopolistic hold could be an important first step towards an online world that respects human…
April 17, 2025
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Amnesty International USA and ACLU Work with College and University Students to Help Protect their Campuses from President Trump’s Attack on Human RightsÂ
Students are asking their schools to refuse to collaborate in the Trump administration’s attacks against students.
April 16, 2025
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Mozambique: Authorities Must Bring Perpetrators to Justice for Reckless and Deadly Protest CrackdownÂ
Mozambican security forces used reckless and unnecessary force in a widespread crackdown on protests following last October’s election, resulting in…
April 16, 2025
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The Human Cost of the Repressive Cooperation Between the U.S. and El Salvador
This repressive cooperation has now led to the enforced disappearance of more than 200 Venezuelan nationals arbitrarily deported to El…
April 15, 2025
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Kyrgyzstan: Detention of Human Rights Defender Rita Karasartova is Alarming Sign of Deepening Repression
If Karasartova is being detained for exercising her right to freedom of expression, she must be released immediately and unconditionally.
April 15, 2025
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Hungary: Global Fight Back Begins as Anti-Pride Law comes into effect with call to “Let Pride March” 
It is vital that the Hungarian authorities do not impose undue restrictions or a pre-emptive ban on Budapest Pride.
April 15, 2025
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Hong Kong: New Amnesty International Hong Kong Office Opens Overseas
The new entity will be led by Hong Kong diaspora activists operating from international hubs in Australia, Canada, Taiwan, the…
April 15, 2025
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Sudan: Two Years of War and Shameful International NeglectÂ
Today is a day of shame. Shame on the perpetrators on both sides of this terrible conflict who have inflicted…
April 15, 2025
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Lebanon: Authorities Must Immediately Dismiss Complaint Against Independent Media Outlets Â
The Lebanese authorities must immediately dismiss the complaint and ensure independent media are able to continue their work without fear…
April 14, 2025
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Ghana: Hundreds Accused of Witchcraft Urgently Need Protection and ReparationÂ
Witchcraft accusations and related abuses infringe on a person’s right to life, to security, and to non-discrimination.
April 14, 2025