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Amnesty says Iran committed 'crimes against humanity' in 2022 protests crackdown

In a report released Wednesday, Amnesty International said Iranian authorities committed “crimes against humanity” during the violent crackdown on the 2022 protests known as the movement “Woman, Life, Freedom” that was sparked by the death of Mahsa Amini.

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Iranian security forces coordinated killing, torture and sexual abuse of protesters, says Amnesty

Leaked documents and testimony reveal extent of regime’s crackdown in 2022 and how it paved the way for more brutal killings of protesters this year

The Guardian - UK

Promised Wealth, Sent to War — How 300 Peruvians Were Lured to Russia's Front Lines in Ukraine

Peru's prosecutors now have 22 open files on 300+ citizens allegedly tricked into fighting for Russia, as a new arrest and Amnesty report widen the case.

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Russia tricks 'vulnerable' foreigners to fight in Ukraine war, Amnesty reports

Foreign nationals are being tricked into fighting for the Russian army against Ukraine through fake job offers, an Amnesty International report said Thursday, citing interviews with prisoners of war. The average targeted recruit is under 40, living in a poorer country and lured by the "promise of a job", Amnesty's…

France 24

Secrecy row as SNP Government refuses to name 13 firms banned under genocide policy

THE Scottish Government has been accused of “smoke and mirrors” after declining to reveal which companies are banned from receiving public money…

The National (Scotland)

Indian police used excessive force during protests, Amnesty International says

Demonstrations in the capital New Delhi, triggered by the leak of the national medical entrance test, turned violent on 20 July when thousands of protesters attempted to march towards parliament.

Euronews

Unprotected minors and alleged illegal returns: NGOs warn of Ceuta humanitarian crisis

Thousands of minors remain unprotected in overwhelmed Ceuta as Spain weighs moving them to the mainland or sending them back to Morocco. Five organisations tell Euronews about the limits of humanitarian aid and warn of possible human rights violations.

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China faces backlash over arrest of activist in Tibet for Dalai Lama photo

Chinese authorities arrested activist Zhang Yi in Tibet on July 28. He faces charges of inciting separatism after displaying a Dalai Lama photo. Amnesty International criticizes Beijing for suppressing peaceful expression and religious freedom. The organization calls for Zhang's immediate and unconditional release. They also urge access to family and…

The Economic Times

Israeli strike that killed journalist in Lebanon was war crime, say rights groups

Investigation by Human Rights Watch, Amnesty and Legal Agenda shows Israel deliberately attacked Amal Khalil and colleague Zeinab Faraj knowing they were civilians

The Guardian - UK

Amnesty Apologises After Labeling JK Rowling-Backed Rape Support Centre 'Anti-Rights'

Amnesty International UK apologises after labeling JK Rowling-backed Beira's Place 'anti-rights', following a legal threat that forced the charity watchdog into a rare public reversal.

International Business Times UK

Pakistan faces fresh calls to end Imran Khan’s ‘solitary confinement’ as former PM marks three years in jail

Despite his imprisonment, Khan has remained Pakistan’s most influential opposition figure

The Independent UK

'Long history of unlawful violence': Global watchdogs condemn Pakistan's crackdown in PoK

International oversight bodies are sounding the alarm over growing violence and restrictions on media freedom during elections. Amnesty International has documented harsh actions against protesters in PoK's Rawalakot, and the Committee to Protect Journalists has identified worsening conditions for reporters. Alarmingly, two independent journalists are reportedly missing after being abducted…

The Times of India

PoK elections: Amnesty condemns crackdown in Rawalakot as CPJ raises alarm over journalist disappearances, communications blackout

Global watchdogs condemn escalating state violence and press restrictions in Rawalakot. Amnesty International and CPJ Asia demand an end to the crackdown. They highlight enforced disappearances of journalists and widespread internet shutdowns. Reports indicate significant casualties during ongoing protest movements.

The Economic Times

Iran-US war latest: Trump says Tehran has ‘last chance’ to make deal and Strait of Hormuz could open tomorrow

Trump said the agreement would include reopening the Strait of Hormuz and address Iran’s nuclear program

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The Independent UK

JK Rowling centre hits back at Amnesty over ‘reputational damage’ briefing

Beira’s Place in Edinburgh was labelled ‘anti-rights’ in a briefing document by Amnesty International

International Business Times UK

Amnesty UK Apologises After Branding JK Rowling's Sexual Violence Support Centre 'Anti-Rights'

Amnesty International UK apologised for a briefing labelling JK Rowling's support centre 'anti-rights', retracting it and launching an internal investigation.

The Independent UK

Indian companies profited with weapons sale to Israel amid ongoing Gaza genocide, Amnesty report says

Report says India's export control system contains ‘critical structural failures’, including the absence of an explicit requirement for human rights due diligence before approving military exports

International Business Times UK

India Supplied Nearly 400,000 Weapons Parts to Israel Amid Gaza 'Genocide', Amnesty Finds

Amnesty International's report reveals India's ongoing arms exports to Israel during the Gaza conflict, raising concerns about potential contributions to alleged genocide. The report urges India to halt these exports.

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India Sent More Than 2,500 Arms Shipments to Israel Since 2023, Risking Complicity in Gaza Genocide: Amnesty

Amnesty International reports India shipped over 2,500 arms consignments to Israel, raising genocide concerns.

The Independent UK

Pakistan rejects Amnesty call for war crimes probe into Kabul airstrike

Pakistan has rejected Amnesty International’s call for an investigation into a March airstrike on a drug rehabilitation center in the Afghan capital that the rights group said could amount to a war crime, dismissing the allegations as unsupported

The Independent UK

Amnesty International says Pakistan strike on Kabul drug treatment center may be a war crime

Amnesty International says a Pakistani airstrike on a drug treatment center in Kabul should be investigated as a possible war crime

The Independent UK

Amnesty calls for ‘Pakistani attack’ on Kabul rehab centre to be investigated as war crime

Alleged Pakistani missile strike flattened Omid Rehabilitation and Treatment Centre and killed 269 people on 16 March

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JK Rowling women’s centre rejects ‘anti-rights’ label

LONDON - Britain’s charities regulator is looking into concerns about an Amnesty International report that branded a women’s centre for sexual violence victims founded by Harry Potter author JK Rowling as “anti-rights”.

The National (Scotland)

Amnesty refers itself to watchdog after branding JK Rowling charity 'anti-rights'

AMNESTY International UK has referred itself to the charity regulator after a report branded a a sexual violence support centre founded by JK…

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