Category: Human Rights

Update: On December 17, Human Rights Watch received the following response from Mozilla: “Our initial decision to temporarily restrict these listings was made while we considered the regulatory environment in Russia and the potential risk to our community and staff. As outlined in our Manifesto, Mozilla’s core principles emphasize the importance of an internet that […]

According to recent research by the Global Partnership for Education (GPE), an alarming 251 million children across the globe are not enrolled in school or receiving formal education. This staggering figure highlights the ongoing challenges facing the education sector, particularly in low-income countries and regions affected by conflict, poverty, and instability. Education Crisis: A Global […]

Covering the period of September to November 2024, the report describes intensified Russian attacks on populated areas, deliberate strikes on energy infrastructure, and efforts to restrict fundamental rights. “Behind each of the facts and figures in this report are stories of loss and human suffering, showing the devastating impact of the war across Ukraine,” said […]

Update: President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi signed the draft asylum bill into law and it was published in the Official Gazette on December 17, 2024. (Beirut) – Egypt’s draft asylum law, if enacted, risks violating the rights of refugees and asylum seekers, Human Rights Watch said today. The law would hinder the work of United Nations agencies and […]

As the world steps into a new year, it is essential to reflect on the tragic human cost of the Gaza conflict, specifically the plight of hostages held on both sides. Over the course of the ongoing violence, hundreds of civilians, journalists, and fighters have been taken hostage, sparking global concern. Hostages represent not just […]

The United Nations, along with other global human rights organizations, has called for a comprehensive and impartial investigation into the ongoing conflict in Gaza, particularly regarding the serious allegations made by Israel that hospitals and other civilian infrastructure are being used by militants for military operations. These allegations have formed the basis for several Israeli […]

Human rights activists continue to face severe repression worldwide, with increasing instances of incarceration, violence, and even death. Despite the vital work that these activists do to protect freedoms and promote justice, 2024 has witnessed troubling patterns of attacks against them. These attacks are often perpetrated by authoritarian governments, armed groups, and powerful elites determined […]

In 2024, the global landscape for journalists has become increasingly perilous, with staggering statistics reflecting the growing violence and repression they face. According to the Reporters Without Borders (RSF) 2024 Round-up, 54 journalists have been killed this year, marking a tragic milestone, with a significant portion of those fatalities occurring in conflict zones. The violence, […]

Ecuador’s Attorney General confirmed on Tuesday 31/12/2024 that charred remains discovered in Taura last week belong to four boys who went missing on December 8, sparking national outrage and raising serious questions about the role of the military in their disappearance. Forensic genetic tests confirmed the bodies are those of three teenagers and one child, […]

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) stands as the principal judicial body of the United Nations, established to settle legal disputes between states and provide advisory opinions on international legal questions. Unlike national courts, which deal with disputes between individuals, the ICJ’s jurisdiction is primarily limited to cases involving states, although its decisions can have […]