French authorities must act upon their human rights obligations and stop the disproportionate police response seen in recent days to student protests, Amnesty International said ahead of tomorrow’s planned nationwide demonstrations.   “As children and young people prepare to take to the streets across France, authorities must ensure their safety and security and protect and facilitate […] The post France: Authorities must de-escalate tensions during student protests  appeared first on Amnesty International.

How did your husband end up a faith leader? Before becoming a pastor, Wang Lin worked as a lawyer. In 2006, after he became a Christian, he left the legal profession, enrolled in seminary, and spent several years in the US pursuing theological studies. We returned to China at the end of 2017 and Wang […] The post China’s crackdown on house churches: An interview with Su Ziming, wife of detained Chinese pastor Wang Lin appeared first on Amnesty International.

In response to reports of the death of a young man of possible Haitian origin during a migration operation in Verón, Punta Cana, on 3 October, Ana Piquer, Amnesty International’s Americas Director, said: “No death occurring in the context of migration enforcement operations should go uninvestigated. The Dominican authorities are obliged to ensure a prompt, […] The post Dominican Republic: Death of young man during migration operation must be promptly and independently investigated appeared first on Amnesty International.

Attacks on Kyiv have been constant since September. During the day, jet-powered Shahed drones fly over the city, and children in schools can spend days without leaving shelters. They try to continue studying there, but when so many children are crowded into one space, proper learning becomes almost impossible. At night, children do not sleep. If we do not have time to reach a shelter, we hide in the hallway because there are no windows. This has been going on almost continuously for weeks, and it is incredibly hard." this is the testimony of our colleague Olena Kozachenko. For millions of people in Ukraine, harrowing strikes on homes, schools, transport and energy infrastructure have become part of everyday life. International humanitarian law prohibits direct attacks on civilians and civilian objects, as well as indiscriminate attacks. And people under Russian occupation, trapped without food supplies and medical care, are unable to leave because of drone attacks and landmines Civilians must be protected. Russia's war of aggression must stop, and its victims receive #TruthJusticeReparations

Saudi Arabia’s authorities must urgently overturn the death sentence issued against a migrant worker on charges of “blasphemy”, said Amnesty International today. The organization is calling on Saudi authorities to release him immediately and unconditionally given his charges stem entirely from his exercise of his right to freedom of expression. Anojan Sivarasa, a 24-year-old Sri […] The post Saudi Arabia: Overturn death sentence against Sri Lankan migrant worker over social media post appeared first on Amnesty International.

Reacting to an announcement today by France’s Interior Minister that the use of stun grenades in the policing of high school student protests will be temporarily suspended, Anne Savinel-Barras, President of Amnesty International France, said:    “While the suspension of the use of these grenades in the policing of the current high school student protests is […] The post France: Permanently ban the use of all stun grenades in policing of protests appeared first on Amnesty International.

As Pacific leaders, communities and civil society gather in Fiji and Tuvalu for the Pre-COP31 meetings, the expected absence of many world leaders must not become another excuse for climate inaction, Amnesty International said today. The meetings come after an unusually hot European summer, with August 2026 becoming the joint-hottest month on record. Against the […] The post Pre-COP31: World leaders must show up for the Pacific through action, not just speeches appeared first on Amnesty International.

Members of Mali’s armed forces working together with personnel from the Wagner Group committed war crimes, including the murder and torture of civilians, during joint operations between 2023 and 2025, Amnesty International said in a new report. ‘No one is spared’: War crimes committed by the Malian army and foreign allied forces along the Mauritanian […] The post Mali: Damning evidence of war crimes by state armed forces and Wagner Group personnel – new report appeared first on Amnesty International.

In response to the UN Human Rights Council’s vote today adopting the resolution that renews the mandate of the Fact-Finding Mission on Venezuela, as well as of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, for another two years, Amnesty International’s Americas director, Ana Piquer, said:  “We welcome this decision to continue the scrutiny […] The post Venezuela: Renewal of UN scrutiny supports victim’s rights in the face of persisting impunity appeared first on Amnesty International.

In North and South Kivu in the Democratic Republic of Congo, M23 control who enters, who leaves, and who profits. For many artisanal miners, violence is a frequent, constant threat. The violations documented in our latest briefing may amount to crimes under international law. We’re demanding that global companies stop buying gold and coltan from Rwanda until Rwanda ends trafficking of mineral tainted with human rights abuses from eastern DRC.

Accused Face Death Penalty in Misuse of Espionage Charges The Huthi de facto authorities in Yemen have sent at least eight people involved in human rights and humanitarian work for criminal prosecution, for espionage related charges punishable by death, since 18 August 2026, Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch said today. They include two United […] The post Yemen: Huthis Prosecute UN, Civil Society Staff   appeared first on Amnesty International.

Responding to the imposition of prohibitory orders, the detention of hundreds of protesters, and the suspension of internet and public transport services in Delhi and Mumbai amid peaceful protests demanding the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner of India, Aakar Patel, Chair of Board, Amnesty International India, said:  “The right to protest is not dependent […] The post India: Authorities trampling on human rights in crackdown on electoral roll protests   appeared first on Amnesty International.

 Iraqi authorities must guarantee full due process rights for more than 5,700 detainees transferred to Iraq from north-east Syria, and ensure the urgent protection of child rights, Amnesty International said today, ahead of an upcoming trial session on 5 October.   The transferred individuals are being prosecuted for their suspected affiliation with the armed group calling […] The post Iraq: Authorities must guarantee fair trials for 5,700 detainees and protect child rights in mass trials  appeared first on Amnesty International.

French authorities must act upon their human rights obligations and stop the disproportionate police response seen in recent days to student protests, Amnesty International said ahead of tomorrow’s planned nationwide demonstrations.   “As children and young people prepare to take to the streets across France, authorities must ensure their safety and security and protect and facilitate […] The post France: Authorities must de-escalate tensions during student protests  appeared first on Amnesty International.

The African Union must convene an emergency session on the situation in northern Ethiopia as the latest armed conflict which broke out in the Tigray and parts of Afar and Amhara regions on 21 September expands, Amnesty International said today. Since the outbreak of fresh fighting, the organization has continued to receive credible reports of […] The post Ethiopia: African Union must convene emergency session on Ethiopia as new conflict expands appeared first on Amnesty International.

In response to the state of Tennessee’s senseless pursuit of the death penalty and the  attempted execution of Christa Pike, Justin Mazzola, Deputy Director of Research with Amnesty International USA said:     “Tennessee’s attempted, but botched, execution of Christa Pike was an extreme display of cruelty and the latest reminder that the death penalty is the […] The post After botched execution attempt, Tennessee must commute Christa Pike’s death sentence as a first step appeared first on Amnesty International.

Responding to the lower house of the Algerian Parliament adopting today legal amendments that expand the scope of the death penalty after more than three decades without any executions, Amnesty International’s Diana Eltahawy, Deputy Regional Director for the Middle East and North Africa, said: “Today’s decision by the Algerian People’s National Assembly to approve these […] The post Algeria: Upper house of parliament must reject regressive legislation expanding the death penalty after 30 years without executions appeared first on Amnesty International.

As Pacific leaders, communities and civil society gather in Fiji and Tuvalu for the Pre-COP31 meetings, the expected absence of many world leaders must not become another excuse for climate inaction, Amnesty International said today. The meetings come after an unusually hot European summer, with August 2026 becoming the joint-hottest month on record. Against the […] The post Pre-COP31: World leaders must show up for the Pacific through action, not just speeches appeared first on Amnesty International.

Authorities in Morocco operate an expansive and vast surveillance apparatus that combines digital and analogue tools to track, monitor and ultimately silence journalists, activists and other critical voices, Amnesty International said in a new report.  We start with the verdict: Inside Morocco’s surveillance machine reveals how Moroccan authorities use unlawful surveillance to target human rights […] The post Morocco: Whistleblower reveals how authorities used a web of surveillance to silence journalists and activists  appeared first on Amnesty International.

As human rights defender Ruth López spends her second birthday behind bars, Amnesty International reiterates its request to the Salvadoran authorities to conduct a humanitarian visit and calls for her immediate and unconditional release. On 1 August 2026, Amnesty International sent formal communications to the Attorney General, the Minister of Justice and Public Security, the […] The post El Salvador: Authorities remain silent over request for humanitarian visit to Ruth López appeared first on Amnesty International.

In response to the attack reportedly carried out on 28 September by members of the armed gang Kokorat San Ras in Gros-Morne, Artibonite department, in which at least 11 people were killed and several others injured according to available information, Ana Piquer, Amnesty International’s Americas Director, said: “Once again, a Haitian community is mourning after […] The post Haiti: Attack in Artibonite underscores the urgent need to turn international commitments into effective protection  appeared first on Amnesty International.

Reacting to reports that imprisoned Azerbaijani researcher and peace activist Bahruz Samadov harmed himself during a Supreme Court hearing on 25 September, Natalia Nozadze, Amnesty International’s South Caucasus Researcher, said: “Azerbaijani authorities are obliged to protect and fulfil Bahruz Samadov’s right to health while he remains unjustly imprisoned. While they continue to deny him access […] The post Azerbaijan: Authorities must immediately release activist Bahruz Samadov who cut himself during latest court appearance appeared first on Amnesty International.

As the group phase of the 2026/27 men’s UEFA Nations League kicked off tonight, during the Austria vs Israel football match in Linz, Amnesty International Austria displayed a  banner inside the stadium saying: “END GENOCIDE”.  Amnesty International is calling on UEFA and FIFA to suspend the Israel Football Association (IFA), due to clear evidence that […] The post Austria: “End Genocide” protest at UEFA Nations League Israel game  appeared first on Amnesty International.

One year ago on 25 September 2025, the Huthi de facto authorities in Sana’a arbitrarily detained prominent lawyer and human rights defender Abdul Majid Sabra. In response, Diala Haidar, Amnesty International’s Yemen Researcher, said:  “Abdul Majid Sabra, a lawyer who dedicated his career to defending those detained based on the peaceful exercise of their human […] The post Yemen: One year on, Huthis must release arbitrarily detained lawyer Abdul Majid Sabra appeared first on Amnesty International.

Dans un nouveau rapport publié le 24 septembre 2026, Amnesty International recense les violations généralisées des droits humains commises par le Service de contrôle de l’immigration et des douanes (ICE), le Service des douanes et de la protection des frontières (CBP) et d’autres agences fédérales des États-Unis lors d’opérations de contrôle de l’immigration, militarisées et de […] The post États-Unis. Amnesty International demande la suppression de l’ICE après avoir établi les violations généralisées des droits humains lors des opérations anti-immigration appeared first on Amnesty International.

"The right to protest is not dependent on government approval. It is protected by the Indian Constitution and international human rights law." Protesters in Delhi and Mumbai are demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation amid controversy over the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. More than 130 million people have been deleted from electoral rolls since 2025. The authorities have responded by imposing prohibition orders on the protests, arresting hundreds of peaceful protesters, and suspending internet and public transport services. These actions are a blatant attack on the rights to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly. Those arbitrarily detained must be released at once, and authorities must guarantee their right to protest. #HumanityMustWin

Responding to the imposition of prohibitory orders, the detention of hundreds of protesters, and the suspension of internet and public transport services in Delhi and Mumbai amid peaceful protests demanding the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner of India, Aakar Patel, Chair of Board, Amnesty International India, said:  “The right to protest is not dependent […] The post India: Authorities trampling on human rights in crackdown on electoral roll protests   appeared first on Amnesty International.

 Iraqi authorities must guarantee full due process rights for more than 5,700 detainees transferred to Iraq from north-east Syria, and ensure the urgent protection of child rights, Amnesty International said today, ahead of an upcoming trial session on 5 October.   The transferred individuals are being prosecuted for their suspected affiliation with the armed group calling […] The post Iraq: Authorities must guarantee fair trials for 5,700 detainees and protect child rights in mass trials  appeared first on Amnesty International.

The African Union must convene an emergency session on the situation in northern Ethiopia as the latest armed conflict which broke out in the Tigray and parts of Afar and Amhara regions on 21 September expands, Amnesty International said today. Since the outbreak of fresh fighting, the organization has continued to receive credible reports of […] The post Ethiopia: African Union must convene emergency session on Ethiopia as new conflict expands appeared first on Amnesty International.

In response to the state of Tennessee’s senseless pursuit of the death penalty and the  attempted execution of Christa Pike, Justin Mazzola, Deputy Director of Research with Amnesty International USA said:     “Tennessee’s attempted, but botched, execution of Christa Pike was an extreme display of cruelty and the latest reminder that the death penalty is the […] The post After botched execution attempt, Tennessee must commute Christa Pike’s death sentence as a first step appeared first on Amnesty International.

Members of Mali’s armed forces working together with personnel from the Wagner Group committed war crimes, including the murder and torture of civilians, during joint operations between 2023 and 2025, Amnesty International said in a new report. ‘No one is spared’: War crimes committed by the Malian army and foreign allied forces along the Mauritanian […] The post Mali: Damning evidence of war crimes by state armed forces and Wagner Group personnel – new report appeared first on Amnesty International.

Reacting to the Central Bank of Ireland’s confirmation that on the expiry of the Israel Bonds’ prospectus their sale in Europe has ended Stephen Cockburn, Amnesty International’s Europe Director, said:  “This outcome is a testament to the indefatigable campaigners who protested outside the Central Bank for more than a year, supported by the Parliamentarians who […] The post Ireland: Sale of Israel Bonds finally ends in Europe  appeared first on Amnesty International.

The Trump administration’s escalating campaign against the International Criminal Court (ICC) is reaching far beyond the judges, prosecutors, and human rights groups it has sanctioned, chilling civil society engagement with the Court and undermining victims’ access to justice, Amnesty International, the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), and 36 other Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) said […] The post 38 Global Civil Society Organizations file joint brief in US lawsuit challenging legality of Trump’s ICC sanctions appeared first on Amnesty International.

On 24 June 2026, two earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude struck northern Venezuela, causing one of the country’s most serious disasters in recent decades. According to official figures, 6,509 people were killed and 60,785 affected homes were assessed, of which 11,001 were classified as high risk. “Three months after these events, there remains […] The post Venezuela: Three months after the two earthquakes, a human rights-centred response remains absent   appeared first on Amnesty International.

Responding to the lower house of the Algerian Parliament adopting today legal amendments that expand the scope of the death penalty after more than three decades without any executions, Amnesty International’s Diana Eltahawy, Deputy Regional Director for the Middle East and North Africa, said: “Today’s decision by the Algerian People’s National Assembly to approve these […] The post Algeria: Upper house of parliament must reject regressive legislation expanding the death penalty after 30 years without executions appeared first on Amnesty International.

One year after the publication of the report “It was the military. I Saw Them“, which documented the enforced disappearance of 10 people from the Ecuadorian coast, including six minors, in the context of President Daniel Noboa’s so-called Phoenix Plan, there have been some important developments. Nevertheless, the lack of cooperation by the Armed Forces […] The post Ecuador: Militarization Continues and the Armed Forces Still Refuse to Cooperate   appeared first on Amnesty International.

Following the announced dissolution of South Sudan’s Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity, a decisive step towards the country’s first-ever elections scheduled for 22 December, Amnesty International’s Regional Director for East and Southern Africa, Tigere Chagutah, said: “Ahead of these long-awaited and historic elections, South Sudanese authorities must ensure that a conducive environment exists for […] The post South Sudan: Authorities must protect civic space ahead of scheduled national elections appeared first on Amnesty International.

Authorities in Morocco operate an expansive and vast surveillance apparatus that combines digital and analogue tools to track, monitor and ultimately silence journalists, activists and other critical voices, Amnesty International said in a new report.  We start with the verdict: Inside Morocco’s surveillance machine reveals how Moroccan authorities use unlawful surveillance to target human rights […] The post Morocco: Whistleblower reveals how authorities used a web of surveillance to silence journalists and activists  appeared first on Amnesty International.

Ahead of the opening matches of the 2026/27 men’s UEFA Nations League group phase where Austria, Ireland and Kosovo will play against Israel during the 24 September – 6 October international window, Steve Cockburn, Amnesty International’s Regional Director for Europe said:  “It’s unconscionable that the Israel men’s football team will participate in the UEFA Nations […] The post Europe: Israel’s participation in the UEFA Nations League is a betrayal of Palestinians, football’s own rules and human rights appeared first on Amnesty International.

In response to the attack reportedly carried out on 28 September by members of the armed gang Kokorat San Ras in Gros-Morne, Artibonite department, in which at least 11 people were killed and several others injured according to available information, Ana Piquer, Amnesty International’s Americas Director, said: “Once again, a Haitian community is mourning after […] The post Haiti: Attack in Artibonite underscores the urgent need to turn international commitments into effective protection  appeared first on Amnesty International.

On 13 September, I woke in southwest Türkiye to news of a large-scale operation targeting LGBTI organizations and human rights defenders across the country. Since then, police have arrested at least 116 people across 15 provinces following raids on homes, venues and the offices of LGBTI rights organizations. At least 83 people have been placed […] The post Türkiye’s crackdown on LGBTI groups and activists is part of an escalating rights crisis   appeared first on Amnesty International.

Responding to the arbitrary detention of members of former prime minister Imran Khan’s family, including his three sisters, as well as activists from Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) ahead of the party’s planned protests and march on 27 September , Babu Ram Pant, Amnesty International’s Deputy Regional Director for South Asia, said:  “The targeting of Imran Khan’s family […] The post Pakistan: Arbitrary detention of Imran Khan’s family and party activists a flagrant violation of human rights  appeared first on Amnesty International.

Since the last time I spoke with you, the situation has gotten worse. I have a lack of funds that is linked to many things [including] because I was beaten in the mine shaft. Because of the bad conditions [at the mine] I can’t work every day. I now work four times a week. I […] The post An artisanal miner on torture and ill treatment by Rwanda Backed M23 fighters appeared first on Amnesty International.

In a joint statement published today, a group of 21 civil society organizations, including Amnesty International, call for the renewal of the UN Fact-Finding Mission on Venezuela (FFM) and address key questions regarding this special UN mechanism, including what the FFM is and why must it be maintained at least until 2028; how the FFM is complementary […] The post Venezuela: Civil Society Organizations call for a renewal of crucial Un Fact-Finding Mission appeared first on Amnesty International.

Rwanda-backed March 23 Movement (M23) fighters have committed horrific human rights abuses against artisanal miners in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) while facilitating the trafficking of gold and coltan to neighbouring Rwanda with the help of Rwandan authorities, Amnesty International said in a new briefing. “DRC: We didn’t come to play: M23 abuses at […] The post DRC: M23 fighters abused miners and trafficked gold and coltan to Rwanda appeared first on Amnesty International.

Members of Mali’s armed forces working together with personnel from the Wagner Group committed war crimes, including the murder and torture of civilians, during joint operations between 2023 and 2025, Amnesty International said in a new report. ‘No one is spared’: War crimes committed by the Malian army and foreign allied forces along the Mauritanian […] The post Mali: Damning evidence of war crimes by state armed forces and Wagner Group personnel – new report appeared first on Amnesty International.

As human rights defender Ruth López spends her second birthday behind bars, Amnesty International reiterates its request to the Salvadoran authorities to conduct a humanitarian visit and calls for her immediate and unconditional release. On 1 August 2026, Amnesty International sent formal communications to the Attorney General, the Minister of Justice and Public Security, the […] The post El Salvador: Authorities remain silent over request for humanitarian visit to Ruth López appeared first on Amnesty International.

Reacting to reports that imprisoned Azerbaijani researcher and peace activist Bahruz Samadov harmed himself during a Supreme Court hearing on 25 September, Natalia Nozadze, Amnesty International’s South Caucasus Researcher, said: “Azerbaijani authorities are obliged to protect and fulfil Bahruz Samadov’s right to health while he remains unjustly imprisoned. While they continue to deny him access […] The post Azerbaijan: Authorities must immediately release activist Bahruz Samadov who cut himself during latest court appearance appeared first on Amnesty International.

As the group phase of the 2026/27 men’s UEFA Nations League kicked off tonight, during the Austria vs Israel football match in Linz, Amnesty International Austria displayed a  banner inside the stadium saying: “END GENOCIDE”.  Amnesty International is calling on UEFA and FIFA to suspend the Israel Football Association (IFA), due to clear evidence that […] The post Austria: “End Genocide” protest at UEFA Nations League Israel game  appeared first on Amnesty International.

One year ago on 25 September 2025, the Huthi de facto authorities in Sana’a arbitrarily detained prominent lawyer and human rights defender Abdul Majid Sabra. In response, Diala Haidar, Amnesty International’s Yemen Researcher, said:  “Abdul Majid Sabra, a lawyer who dedicated his career to defending those detained based on the peaceful exercise of their human […] The post Yemen: One year on, Huthis must release arbitrarily detained lawyer Abdul Majid Sabra appeared first on Amnesty International.