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India/Pakistan: Urgent Need to Protect Civilians Amidst Escalating Hostilities

In every armed conflict, protecting civilians is paramount— it’s a fundamental principle of international humanitarian law which binds all nations.

May 8, 2025

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Lithuania: Decision to Leave Convention Banning Anti-Personnel Mines Could Put Civilian Lives at Risk

This will further weaken the global consensus aimed at minimizing civilian harm during armed conflict.

May 8, 2025

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Myanmar: Life-saving Education Funding Must Be Restored Following USAID Cuts 

The U.S. cuts to foreign aid made a bad situation worse.

May 8, 2025

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Sudan: Advanced Chinese Weaponry Provided by UAE Identified in Breach of Arms Embargo – New Investigation

Norinco Group has a responsibility to respect human rights throughout its global operations.

May 7, 2025

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Global: Ruling Against NSO Group in Whatsapp Case a “Momentous Win in Fight Against Spyware Abuse”

This decision should serve as a wake-up call to governments to take proactive, concrete steps to regulate the surveillance industry.

May 7, 2025

(Ali Jadallah/Anadolu via Getty Image)

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Israel Must Immediately Abandon Any Plans for Annexation in Gaza and Mass Forcible Transfer of Palestinians

The Israeli government must immediately abandon its plans to annex territory and forcibly displace Palestinians in Gaza.

May 7, 2025

(Amnesty International)

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Nigeria/UK: “Historic Moment” as Community Devastated By Shell Oil Spills Have Final Chance for Justice   

The Bodo community, whose lives and livelihoods have been affected by the pollution, have a final chance for justice.

May 7, 2025

(© Amnesty International, Colin Foo)

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Pakistan: Climate Disasters Increasing Risks of Death and Disease Amongst Children and Older People – New Report

Increasingly frequent floods and heatwaves are overwhelming Pakistan’s underfunded healthcare system, leading to preventable deaths.

May 6, 2025

(PIUS UTOMI EKPEI/AFP via Getty Images)

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Benin: Wave of Attacks on Press Freedom Highlights Urgent Need to Reform Digital Code

The Benin authorities’ recent wave of sanctions against independent media outlets highlights the urgent need to protect press freedom in…

May 2, 2025

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India: Authorities Should Urgently Rehabilitate Thousands Displaced in Two Years of Ethnic Violence in Manipur

The Government of India must prioritize humanitarian aid and immediately implement a plan for the safe and voluntary return of…

May 2, 2025

(Bashar Taleb AFP via Getty Images)

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Israel/OPT: Two Months of Cruel and Inhumane Siege are Further Evidence of Israel’s Genocidal Intent in Gaza   

For the past two months, Israel has completely cut off the supply of humanitarian aid and other items indispensable to…

May 2, 2025

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U.S. Senate Resolution on El Salvador a Critical Step in Confronting Human Rights Crisis 

Congress has a responsibility to ensure that U.S. assistance does not support governments engaged in human rights abuses.

May 1, 2025