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The Human Cost of the Repressive Cooperation Between the U.S. and El Salvador

This repressive cooperation has now led to the enforced disappearance of more than 200 Venezuelan nationals arbitrarily deported to El…

April 15, 2025

Front facing photo of Rita Karasartova
(Private)

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Kyrgyzstan: Detention of Human Rights Defender Rita Karasartova is Alarming Sign of Deepening Repression

If Karasartova is being detained for exercising her right to freedom of expression, she must be released immediately and unconditionally.

April 15, 2025

(Private)

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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
(Vernon Yuen/NurPhoto/Getty)

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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

(ANWAR AMRO/AFP via Getty Images)

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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

Mahmoud Khalil smiling in front of a city sunset skyline
(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

(AHMAD GHARABLI/AFP via Getty Images)

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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

(AFP via Getty Images)

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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