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Hungary: Global Fight Back Begins as Anti-Pride Law comes into effect with call to “Let Pride March” 

It is vital that the Hungarian authorities do not impose undue restrictions or a pre-emptive ban on Budapest Pride.

April 15, 2025

Crowded town in Hong Kong
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Hong Kong: New Amnesty International Hong Kong Office Opens Overseas

The new entity will be led by Hong Kong diaspora activists operating from international hubs in Australia, Canada, Taiwan, the…

April 15, 2025

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Sudan: Two Years of War and Shameful International Neglect 

Today is a day of shame. Shame on the perpetrators on both sides of this terrible conflict who have inflicted…

April 15, 2025

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Lebanon: Authorities Must Immediately Dismiss Complaint Against Independent Media Outlets  

The Lebanese authorities must immediately dismiss the complaint and ensure independent media are able to continue their work without fear…

April 14, 2025

(Amnesty International)

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Ghana: Hundreds Accused of Witchcraft Urgently Need Protection and Reparation 

Witchcraft accusations and related abuses infringe on a person’s right to life, to security, and to non-discrimination.

April 14, 2025

Courtesy of Mahmoud Khalil's family

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Ruling that Mahmoud Khalil Can Be Deported Sends Chilling Message, Flies in the Face of Human Rights 

This decision sends a painfully chilling message to anyone living in the United States: under the Trump administration, free speech…

April 11, 2025

(Amnesty International)

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Azerbaijan: Authorities Must Immediately Release Tofig Yagublu and Urgently Provide Medical Care as His Health Deteriorates

The Azerbaijani authorities must immediately and unconditionally release Tofig Yagublu, who has been imprisoned solely for his outspoken criticism of…

April 11, 2025

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Israel/OPT: Long Overdue Release of Ahmad Manasra Marks the Start of a Long and Difficult Path to Recovery

Ahmad Manasra’s release today is a huge relief for him and for his family, but nothing can undo the years…

April 10, 2025

Man holding fist up in air while in detainment.

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Côte d’Ivoire: A Unionist Sentenced to Two Years Imprisonment Must Be Released and the Right to Strike Guaranteed for Everyone in the Country

Teachers cannot be treated as criminals for exercising their fundamental rights. The authorities must respect the human rights of everyone.

April 10, 2025

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Sudan: Rapid Support Forces’ Horrific and Widespread Use of Sexual Violence Leaves Lives in Tatters

The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has inflicted widespread sexual violence on women and girls throughout Sudan’s two-year civil war to…

April 10, 2025

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Yemen: U.S. Abrupt and Irresponsible Aid Cuts Compound Humanitarian Crisis and Put Millions at Risk   

Unless the U.S. immediately reinstates sufficient funding for lifesaving aid to Yemen , millions of people are going to be…

April 10, 2025

A veiled woman walks past a couple along the Cairo University bridge.
(Amir Makar/Getty Images)

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Egypt: Halt Arbitrary Arrest, Disappearance and Threatened Deportation of Ahmadi Minority Members

The Egyptian authorities have legal obligations to respect and protect the right to freedom of religion of everyone in the…

April 8, 2025