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Yoon Suk Yeol, wearing a dark suit, white shirt, and light blue tie, speaks in front of two microphones, gesturing with his right hand, in front of a dark blue background.
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South Korea: Life Sentence for Ex-President Yoon a Significant Step Towards Accountability

Today’s guilty verdict and life sentence for former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is an important step towards accountability.

February 19, 2026

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Angola: Prominent Journalist Hacked with Predator Spyware

Amnesty International has established that Predator spyware was used in 2024 to target Angolan journalist Teixeira Cândido.

February 17, 2026

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Azerbaijan: Ruben Vardanyan’s 20-year Prison Term Culminates &8220;Travesty of a Trial Against Ethnic Armenian Leaders

Azerbaijan must ensure that all those accused of crimes are tried in full compliance with international law and fair trial…

February 17, 2026

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Russia: Two Years After Navalny’s Death, Authorities Evade Justice, Continue to Hound His Supporters

Two years have passed since Russian prisoner of conscience Aleksei Navalny died behind bars.

February 16, 2026

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Colombia: Four Months After the Attack on Yendri Velásquez and Luis Peche, Justice Remains Pending

This attack cannot be treated as an isolated case. It reflects the risks faced by migrants and refugees, especially those who…

February 13, 2026

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UK: Court Draws ‘Line in the Sand’ Against Misuse of Terrorism Powers

The UK High Court's ruling on Palestine Action is a vital affirmation of the right to protest at a time…

February 13, 2026

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Global: Governments Must Use New UN General Assembly Resolution to Turn ICJ’s Advisory Opinion on Climate Change Into Robust Action

This is a vital moment for states to show they stand on the side of climate justice - not delay…

February 13, 2026

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Slovenia: Amnesty Joins Constitutional Court Challenge to Stop Vulnerable Communities Being Stripped of Critical Social Support

These measures are  affecting Roma communities, violating their right to social security and leaving families with no social support at all.

February 11, 2026

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Central African Republic: Special Criminal Court at Serious Risk of Closure in 2026 Due to Lack of Funding

Central African Republic's Special Criminal Court is at serious risk of closure in 2026, depriving victims of justice.

February 11, 2026

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Hong Kong: Conviction of ‘Wanted’ Activist’s Father a &8216;Disturbing Escalation’

The conviction of Hong Kong activist Anna Kwok's father is a disturbing escalation.

February 11, 2026

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EU: Approval of Safe Country Rules Another Attack on the Right to Asylum

These measures mark an abdication of the EU’s commitment to refugee protection.

February 10, 2026

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Russia: Slowing Down of Telegram Messaging App Another Blow for Freedom of Expression

These restrictions appear to be part of a broader tightening of state control over online communications in Russia.

February 10, 2026