Tag: human rights

The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) has made an urgent appeal to the Houthi group, demanding the immediate release of ...

Former Iowan may be one of the first Americans to wed under Thailand’s new gay marriage law – Des Moines Register

Former Iowan Poised to Make History as One of the First Americans to Marry Under Thailand’s New Gay Marriage Law

A former Iowan is on the brink of making history as one of the first Americans to tie the knot ...

Death toll in violence on Syrian coast rises to more than 1,000 – Euronews

The death toll from recent violence on Syria's coast has exceeded 1,000, according to Euronews reports. The escalation of hostilities ...

Katz calls new Syria president an ‘al-Qaeda terrorist’ after reports Alawites executed – The Times of Israel

In a recent statement, Katz condemned Syria's newly appointed president, labeling him an "al-Qaeda terrorist" following reports that Alawite forces ...

Sri Lanka must break from the past and chart a new course – OHCHR

Charting a New Future: Sri Lanka’s Call to Break Free from the Past

The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) urges Sri Lanka to move beyond its historical ...

Asia stands up for Palestine – Peoples Dispatch

Asia Unites in Solidarity with Palestine

Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, Asian nations are stepping up to express their unwavering support for Palestine. From ...

Iran’s Regime Infighting Escalates as Rival Factions Clash Over Power, Corruption, and Policy Failures – National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI)

Power Struggles and Corruption: The Intensifying Clash Among Iran’s Rival Factions

Iran's regime is engulfed in escalating infighting as competing factions battle for dominance, all while the nation grapples with widespread ...

Indonesia: Flogging of gay men a horrifying act of discrimination – Amnesty International

Indonesia’s Shocking Flogging of Gay Men: A Disturbing Act of Discrimination

Amnesty International has fiercely denounced Indonesia's shocking practice of flogging gay men, labeling it a serious breach of human rights. ...

Cambodian bishop rails against Thai proposed border wall – UCA News

Outrage in Cambodia: Bishop Condemns Thailand’s Proposed Border Wall

Cambodian Bishop Enrique Figueredo has boldly spoken out against Thailand's proposed border wall, warning that it could deepen regional tensions ...

Rethinking Human Rights: How the United States Can Foster a Constructive Dialogue with Vietnam – Center for Strategic & International Studies

Transforming Human Rights: Building a Positive Dialogue Between the U.S. and Vietnam

As the U.S. takes a fresh look at its human rights strategy, initiating a meaningful dialogue with Vietnam becomes essential. ...

The election in Tajikistan is unlikely to be democratic – The Economist

As Tajikistan approaches its upcoming elections, The Economist reports that genuine democratic processes remain improbable. With longstanding authoritarian rule and ...

Myanmar junta chief says election to be held by January – The Caledonian-Record

Myanmar Junta Chief Promises Election by January: What to Expect

Myanmar's junta chief has unveiled ambitious plans to conduct a general election by January, a move intended to strengthen the ...

India’s double standards on minority rights – East Asia Forum

Unpacking India’s Double Standards on Minority Rights: A Closer Look

India's commitment to minority rights has sparked a lively debate about its consistency. Although the country proudly upholds secularism, a ...

Inside Bali’s execution island: How inmates are shipped to ‘Indonesia’s Alcatraz’ before being led chained and – Daily Mail

Behind the Bars of Bali’s Execution Island: The Journey to Indonesia’s Alcatraz

Bali's execution island, frequently referred to as 'Indonesia's Alcatraz,' stands as a stark and remote facility for those on death ...

Scottish activist Jagtar Singh Johal’s ‘seven wasted years’ in an Indian jail – BBC.com

Jagtar Singh Johal: The Struggle of a Scottish Activist After Seven Years Behind Bars in India

Scottish activist Jagtar Singh Johal has endured seven long years behind bars in India, facing accusations of political violence. His ...

Kissinger in East Timor – Jacobin magazine

Unveiling Kissinger’s Role in East Timor: A Historical Reckoning

In a captivating exploration, Jacobin magazine uncovers the contentious legacy of Henry Kissinger in East Timor during Indonesia's 1975 invasion. ...

Afghanistan: A Call to Global Conscience on International Women’s Day – Amnesty International USA

Empowering Women in Afghanistan: A Global Call to Action This International Women’s Day

On International Women’s Day, Amnesty International USA passionately underscores the critical need for global solidarity in support of women in ...

Olympic Champion, Popular Singer Targeted In Uzbekistan’s Crackdown On Beards – Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty

Uzbekistan’s Bold Crackdown: Olympic Champion and Beloved Singer Face Backlash Over Beards

In Uzbekistan's relentless campaign against personal expression, an Olympic champion and a beloved singer have found themselves in the crosshairs ...

Thailand to repatriate thousands more Myanmar scam center workers – Voice of America

Thailand to Bring Home Thousands of Myanmar Workers Trapped in Scam Centers