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A line of people stand by a tall fence, seen through barbed wire, by the sea and in front of low mountains at dawn.
(Andalou)

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Greece: New Asylum and Return Proposals Flagrantly Breach International Law and Punishes People Seeking Protection

The Greek Parliament's decision to suspend registration of asylum applications and return people to North Africa flagrantly violates international law.

July 11, 2025

The Cambodian flag waves atop a flagpole at dawn surrounded by flying pigeons in a grassy park with buildings on the horizon.
(Mohd Rasfan/AFP via Getty Images)

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Cambodia: Revocation of Citizenship Would Be Heinous Violation of International Law

A proposed amendment to the Cambodian Constitution would allow for revocation of citizenship.

July 11, 2025

(Amnesty International Nigeria)

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Nigeria: Violence and Widespread Displacement Leave Benue Facing a Humanitarian Disaster

The Nigerian authorities must take urgent steps to avert a humanitarian catastrophe in the central state of Benue where attacks…

July 10, 2025

(Getty)

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USA: Lift Sanctions on Leading Palestinian Human Rights Organization

The US decision to sanction Addameer is a deplorable illustration of the ongoing crackdown against Palestinian and pro-Palestinian human rights…

July 10, 2025

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(Amnesty International)

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Mexico: The Search for Disappeared Persons is a High-Risk Activity for Collectives of Women Searchers

At least 16 women searching for forcibly disappeared loved ones have been killed in Mexico.

July 10, 2025

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Bosnia and Herzegovina: 30th Anniversary of Srebrenica Massacre a Painful Reminder From History

The anniversary is a painful reminder that nearly 1,000 people presumed killed in Srebrenica in 1995 are still missing.

July 10, 2025

Titash Sen

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UK: Government’s Unchecked Use of Tech and AI Systems Leading to Exclusion of People with Disabilities and Other Marginalized Groups

The tech-enabled system to claim and manage welfare benefits is resulting in relentless dehumanization and strain for people who are…

July 10, 2025

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USA: Sanctions Against UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese are a Disgraceful Affront to International Justice

Instead of attacking the Special Rapporteur and further undermining the rule-based order, the US government should focus on putting an…

July 9, 2025

Close up photos of Oumar Sylla and Mamadou Billo, wearing red hats with FNDC in white letters.
(FNDC Facebook page)

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Guinea: One Year After Enforced Disappearance of FNDC Activists, Abductions Increase in ‘Climate of Terror’

Guinean authorities must urgently reveal the fate and whereabouts of activists Oumar Sylla and Mamadou Billo Bah, who were forcibly…

July 8, 2025

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Chinese Government Impunity for Crackdown on Lawyers Fuels Decade of Repression

This 10-year milestone must remind governments around the world to urge their Chinese counterparts to ensure the freedom and fair…

July 7, 2025

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(Jaap Arriens/NurPhoto)

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Saudi Arabia: New Report Denounces Alarming Escalation in Executions Including of Foreign Nationals Convicted of Drug-Related Offenses

Saudi Arabia has launched a startling surge in executions in recent years, particularly for drug-related offenses and against foreign nationals.

July 6, 2025

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Serbia: Authorities Must End Unlawful Use of Force Against Student Protesters and Investigate all Reports of Police Violence

Serbian authorities must exercise restraint and ensure people can participate safely in demonstrations and express their dissent free from intimidation,…

July 4, 2025