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Saudi Arabia: Migrant Domestic Workers Face Severe Exploitation, Racism and Exclusion from Labor Protections

These women travelled to Saudi Arabia in search of work to support their families but instead endured unspeakable abuse in…

May 13, 2025

Armel Sayo speaking with a microphone
(Gaël Grilhot/Amnesty International)

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Central African Republic: Former Rebel Leader Sayo’s Arrest a Reminder of the Urgent Need for Justice for Past Crimes

We urge courts in the Central African Republic (CAR) to conduct investigations on crimes committed against civilians these past two…

May 12, 2025

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Trump Administration Shows Disregard for Global Human Rights by Cutting Funds for UNFPA

This is yet another example in the Trump administration’s relentless stream of attacks on global human rights and health. 

May 9, 2025

(REUTERS/Norlys Perez/File Phot)

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Cuba Revokes Conditional Release of José Daniel Ferrer and Félix Navarro

The Cuban authorities must cease to threaten, harass, arbitrarily arrest and forcibly disappear activists, human rights defenders and journalists in…

May 8, 2025

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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