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Shocking Spike in Use of Unlawful Lethal Force by Israeli Forces Against Palestinians in the Occupied West Bank
Over the past few months Israel has stepped up deadly raids across the West Bank and tensions have skyrocketed.
February 5, 2024
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Global: Amnesty International Publishes an Introduction to Defending the Rights of Refugees and Migrants in the Digital Age
Technology developments in asylum and migration management systems becoming key human rights concern; have discriminatory impact on refugees, migrants and…
February 5, 2024
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Amnesty International USA Supports Legislation that Ensures U.S. Support and Protections for Human Rights Defenders Around the World
The Human Rights Defenders Protection Act of 2024 is a critical piece of legislation that will help strengthen and improve…
January 31, 2024
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Myanmar: New Data Suggests Military Still Importing Fuel for Deadly Air Strikes Despite Sanctions
The best way to stop the Myanmar military from carrying out lethal air strikes is to stop all jet fuel…
January 31, 2024
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Israel/OPT: States Must Reverse Cruel Decision to Withdraw UNRWA Funding
Suspending funding to the UN Relief and Works Agency will deal a devastating blow to more than two million refugees…
January 29, 2024
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Israel Must Comply with Key ICJ Ruling Ordering it Do All in its Power to Prevent Genocide Against Palestinians in Gaza
Today’s decision by the International Court of Justice is an important step that could help protect the Palestinian people in…
January 26, 2024
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Amnesty International USA Condemns Alabama’s Execution of Kenneth Smith, Calls for Moratorium on Use of the Death Penalty as First Critical Step
The death penalty is the ultimate cruel, inhuman and degrading punishment and accounts of Kenneth Smith’s last moments simply show…
January 26, 2024
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United States: Lives Devastated and Human Rights Sacrificed by Fossil Fuel-related Pollution from Petrochemicals Plants in Texas and Louisiana
People living close to the Houston Ship Channel are breathing toxic substances, linked to a wide range of illnesses, emitted…
January 25, 2024
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Sri Lanka: Online Safety Act Major Blow to Freedom of Expression
Amnesty International states that the passing of the Online Safety Act is a major blow to human rights in Sri…
January 24, 2024
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Amnesty International USA: Cruel Planned Execution of Kenneth Smith by State of Alabama Must Be Stopped
Amnesty International USA urges Alabama Governor Kay Ivey to use her clemency power to stop the execution of Kenneth Smith…
January 23, 2024
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Secretary Blinken Urged to Center Human Rights on Nigeria Trip
Secretary Blinken’s trip to Nigeria will only be successful if human rights are front and center.
January 19, 2024
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Amnesty International USA Urges Senators to Pass Resolution 504
Amnesty International USA urges Senators to vote in favor of Senate Res.504 introduced by Senator Bernie Sanders under Section 502B(c)…
January 16, 2024