Tag: human rights

Family and friends of Bipin Joshi, a Nepali hostage held by Hamas, are filled with worry for his safety as ...

2024 International Dialogue on North Korean Human Rights – Center for Strategic & International Studies

Exploring Human Rights in North Korea: Insights from the 2024 International Dialogue

The 2024 International Dialogue on North Korean Human Rights, hosted by the Center for Strategic and International Studies, is set ...

Chinese Ambassador to Kuwait Zhang Jianwei Meets with Kuwait Society for Human Rights President Khaled Al-Humaidi_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China – mfa.gov.cn

Strengthening Ties: Chinese Ambassador Zhang Jianwei Engages with Kuwait Society for Human Rights President Khaled Al-Humaidi

In a significant meeting, Chinese Ambassador to Kuwait, Zhang Jianwei, sat down with Khaled Al-Humaidi, the President of the Kuwait ...

‘The Top Executioner’: Iran Executed at Least 975 People in 2024 – Foundation for Defense of Democracies

Shocking Surge: Iran’s Alarming Execution Rate Reaches 975 in 2024

In 2024, Iran shockingly executed at least 975 individuals, marking a troubling escalation in its judicial practices, as reported by ...

Pro-Palestine rally in Tokyo against Rafah attack – Anadolu Agency | English

Tokyo Rallies for Palestine: A Powerful Stand Against the Rafah Attack

On Sunday, a powerful Pro-Palestine rally unfolded in the heart of Tokyo, shining a spotlight on the recent attacks in ...

Filipino politician wanted over killings likely to be returned home soon, East Timor president says – The Associated Press

East Timor President Confirms Imminent Return of Filipino Politician Wanted for Killings

In a significant development, East Timor's president has revealed that a Filipino politician, wanted for his alleged role in a ...

“The Armenians we fed and helped turned hostile” – 84-year-old Western Azerbaijani compatriot speaks on deportation realities – AZERTAC News

From Allies to Adversaries: An 84-Year-Old’s Insight on the Harsh Realities of Deportation in Western Azerbaijan

In a heartfelt and powerful reflection, an 84-year-old Western Azerbaijani recounts his harrowing journey of deportation, illustrating how those who ...

In Focus: Femicide research in Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan – | UN Women – Europe and Central Asia

In the latest report by UN Women, research highlights alarming rates of femicide in Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. The findings ...

Sri Lanka’s New President Faces Daunting Challenges and High Hopes – United States Institute of Peace

New Beginnings: Sri Lanka’s President Confronts Major Challenges and Inspires Hope

Sri Lanka's newly elected president faces a daunting landscape filled with significant challenges, as the nation grapples with a severe ...

Advocates fear Georgia bill advanced by Republicans could land more homeless people in jail – The Associated Press

Georgia’s Controversial Bill: Advocates Warn It Could Criminalize Homelessness

Advocates are raising alarms about a recently advanced Georgia bill pushed by Republicans, cautioning that it may criminalize homelessness and ...

Thailand Invests in Trans Health – Human Rights Watch

Thailand Takes Bold Steps to Enhance Trans Health and Rights

Thailand is making remarkable progress in championing transgender health rights, as highlighted by Human Rights Watch. The government is dedicated ...

Hamas forced Red Cross to take part in ceremony, threatening it would halt slain hostages’ release – The Jerusalem Post

Hamas Coerces Red Cross into Ceremony Participation, Threatening Hostage Release Halt

The Red Cross found itself in a challenging position as Hamas pressured the organization to take part in a ceremony ...

Alleged Malaysian drugs trafficker gets last-minute stay of execution in Singapore – The Associated Press

Last-Minute Stay of Execution for Alleged Malaysian Drug Trafficker in Singapore

A Malaysian man on the brink of execution for drug trafficking has been granted a last-minute stay by Singapore's courts. ...

Myanmar/Bangladesh: Rohingya community facing gravest threats since 2017 – Amnesty International

Amnesty International reports that the Rohingya community in Myanmar and Bangladesh is facing its most severe threats since the 2017 ...

Lebanon: Destruction of Infrastructure Preventing Returns – Human Rights Watch

Lebanon’s Crumbling Infrastructure: A Barrier to Safe Returns

According to Human Rights Watch, the widespread destruction of infrastructure in Lebanon is severely hindering the return of displaced individuals. ...

Cambodia: press freedom under attack – DW (English)

Press Freedom in Cambodia: A Struggle for Truth and Transparency

In Cambodia, the landscape of press freedom is becoming increasingly perilous as government crackdowns escalate. Journalists are not only facing ...

ICC Prosecutor’s application for arrest warrants against Taliban leaders is an important step towards justice – Amnesty International

ICC Prosecutor Takes Bold Step Toward Justice with Arrest Warrants for Taliban Leaders

Amnesty International has praised the ICC Prosecutor's initiative to issue arrest warrants for Taliban leaders, calling it a significant step ...

Whistleblower who exposed chaos of Afghanistan evacuation wins unfair dismissal case against government – The Independent

Whistleblower Who Uncovered Afghanistan Evacuation Chaos Triumphs in Unfair Dismissal Battle Against Government

A courageous whistleblower who bravely revealed the chaos surrounding the Afghanistan evacuation has triumphed in an unfair dismissal case against ...

Afghanistan: Ban on women medical training must be repealed – OHCHR

Urgent Call to Lift Ban on Women’s Medical Training in Afghanistan