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Amnesty International’s Annual State of the World Report Slams Governments, Including the U.S., for Global Assault on Freedoms

On the launch of its 2015 State of the World report, Amnesty International USA urged President Obama to use his…

February 22, 2016

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Your rights in jeopardy, global assault on freedoms, warns Amnesty International

International protection of human rights is in danger of unravelling as short-term national self-interest and draconian security crackdowns have led…

February 18, 2016

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Amnesty International State of the World 2015-2016

International protection of human rights is in danger of unravelling as short-term national self-interest and draconian security crackdowns have led…

February 18, 2016

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Cyprus: Marriage equality campaigners celebrate hard-won victory on civil unions

The Cypriot Parliament’s recognition of the right to same-sex civil unions is an important first step towards eradicating discrimination and…

November 27, 2015

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State of the World 2014/2015

This has been a devastating year for those seeking to stand up for human rights and for those caught up…

February 25, 2015

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Annual Report: Cyprus 2013

Republic of Cyprus Head of state and government Demetris Christofias Irregular migrants were detained for prolonged periods with no alternative…

May 17, 2013

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Cypriot Authorities Must End Unlawful Detention of Migrants

A new Amnesty International report documents how Cyprus locks away hundreds of irregular migrants each year, breaching international obligations.

June 19, 2012

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Annual Report: Cyprus 2010

Head of state and government Demetris Christofias (replaced Tassos Papadopoulos in February) Death penalty abolitionist for all crimes Population .9…

March 19, 2011