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Amnesty International USA Reaction to TPS Extensions for Venezuela, El Salvador, Ukraine, and Sudan
This action by the Biden administration not only recognizes the dire conditions in those countries, it provides a lifeline to…
January 10, 2025
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Egypt: President al-Sisi Must Reject New Asylum Law Which Violates Refugee Rights
This law would further undermine refugee rights in Egypt amid the ongoing crackdown on people seeking protection and safety.
December 3, 2024
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President Biden Must Act Now to Protect People Seeking Safety
Amnesty International strongly urges President Biden to take swift action before his term ends to protect immigrants and people seeking…
December 2, 2024
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Myanmar: ICC Arrest Warrant Request For Military Leader Must Be Decisive Step In Breaking Cycle Of Impunity
Today’s announcement by the ICC prosecutor is a decisive step and an important signal that those who are allegedly responsible…
November 27, 2024
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Myanmar/Bangladesh: Rohingya Community Facing Gravest Threats Since 2017
Newly arrived Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh need urgent access to food, shelter and medical attention after enduring the worst violence…
October 24, 2024
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Amnesty International Reaction to Biden Administration Asylum Rule
Rather than showing any kind of moral leadership, the Biden administration remains hellbent on doubling down on deadly deterrence policies…
September 30, 2024
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Myanmar: New Attacks Against Rohingya a Disturbing Echo of 2017 Mass Violence
Increasing deadly attacks against Rohingya people in Myanmar’s Rakhine State bear a terrifying resemblance to the atrocities of August 2017.
August 21, 2024
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Amnesty International USA Reaction to Introduction of The Destination Reception Assistance Act
This bill would provide vital assistance to cities and counties across the country on the forefront of welcoming asylum seekers.
July 30, 2024
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Greece: Unlawful Detention on Samos Must Not Become the Blueprint for the EU Migration Pact
People seeking asylum in the EU-funded Center are systematically and unlawfully deprived of their liberty.
July 30, 2024
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EU: ‘Reject plans to Offshore Asylum and Safeguard Refugee Protection,’ Say Over 90 NGOs
Ahead of the first plenary of the newly elected European Parliament, over 90 human rights and humanitarian organizations are calling on the…
July 9, 2024
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Amnesty International USA Reaction to the Biden Administration’s Decision to Extend and Redesignate Haiti for TPS
We welcome the Biden Administration’s decision to extend and redesignate TPS for Haiti. This action recognizes the dire situation Haitians…
June 28, 2024
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Americas: On World Refugee Day, States Must Prioritize the Human Rights of Those Seeking protection in the Americas
Now is the time for states in the Americas to rise to the occasion and commit to protecting the most…
June 19, 2024