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Amnesty International Response to the Transfer of 11 Men from the Guantanamo Detention Center to OmanÂ
We commend President Biden for taking this step before he leaves office and urge him to finally end the abhorrent…
January 6, 2025
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A Move in the Right Direction, the U.S. Has Transferred Three Detainees Out of Guantanamo Detention CenterÂ
These transfers are a move in the right direction, but they are not enough. We hope to see more in…
December 17, 2024
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No Justice Delivered 23 Years After 9/11 AttacksÂ
23 years after these horrific attacks the survivors and victims’ families have yet to see any justice or accountability for…
September 9, 2024
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Ukraine: Ratifying The Rome Statute A Welcome Step, But Limitations Must Be Addressed
Amnesty International welcomes Ukraine’s decision to ratify the Rome Statute. Ukraine’s full membership of the ICC is vital for the…
August 22, 2024
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After 22 Years of Human Rights Abuses, the U.S. Government Must Close the Military Detention Camp at Guantanamo Bay
Amnesty International USA calls on the U.S. government to close the military detention camp at Guantanamo Bay.
January 10, 2024
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Amnesty International USA Reaction to New Civilian Harm Mitigation and Response PolicyÂ
Amnesty International USA responds to the Department of Defense's new Civilian Harm Mitigation and Response Policy.
December 22, 2023
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Israel/OPT: Deal to Release Hostages and Prisoners Must Pave Way for Further Releases and a Sustained Ceasefire
Amnesty reiterates its call for a meaningful and effective ceasefire – one that cover the whole of the Gaza Strip…
November 22, 2023
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Israel/OPT: Another Blackout in Gaza Imminent if Sufficient Fuel is Not Restored
The occupied Gaza Strip will likely plunge into another total communications blackout on Thursday if appropriate fuel supplies are not…
November 15, 2023
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Global: Agreement at COP28 to Phase Out Fossil Fuels is Vital to Prevent a Climate and Human Rights Catastrophe
An agreement at the COP28 summit to end the production and use of fossil fuels is vital to prevent a…
November 12, 2023
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India: Government Weaponizing Terrorism Financing Watchdog Recommendations Against Civil Society
Indian authorities are exploiting the recommendations of a global terrorism financing and money laundering watchdog to target civil society groups…
September 26, 2023
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Iran: One Year After Uprising, International Community Must Combat Impunity for Brutal Crackdown
The international community must pursue pathways for justice at the international level to address systemic impunity for Iranian officials responsible…
September 13, 2023
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Taliban’s cruel attacks in Panjshir province in Afghanistan amount to war crime of collective punishment – new report
The Taliban have committed the war crime of collective punishment against civilians in Afghanistan’s Panjshir province, Amnesty International said in…
June 7, 2023