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Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity?
Today the European Union urged France to immediately suspend the expulsion of Roma people. This decision was made after the destruction of 300 Roma camps and the expulsion of their inhabitants.
September 13, 2010
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Kashmir's "Abu Ghraib Video"
Indian authorities must carry out an investigation immediately into a video clip that appears to show detainees in Kashmir being stripped and humiliated by security forces.
September 13, 2010
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30,000 Iraqis Imprisoned Without Trial
A new Amnesty International report details enforced disappearances, arbitrary detentions, sometimes for several years without charge or trial and severe beatings of detainees, to obtain forced confessions.
September 13, 2010
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In Memoriam
Nine years ago today, on September 11, 2001, I witnessed the attack in New York City. I think about it every day. I hope that all victims, survivors, families and citizens who have experienced violence find peace and justice. Zeke Johnson Counter Terror With Justice Campaign Amnesty International USA< New York City
September 12, 2010
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Armenia: Video Alleges Army Abuse
A disturbing YouTube video shows a purported superior abusing two servicemen in what appears to be Armenia's army.
September 11, 2010
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Increase in Crimes Against Muslims
We are deeply concerned about the growing number of reports of crimes committed against Muslims and of other anti-Muslim sentiment and activity in the United States.
September 10, 2010
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A Message from Yoko Ono
Following is a special message from longtime Amnesty supporter Yoko Ono: Dear Amnesty Supporter, I have a special wish – and you are part of it. Oct. 9 is the 70th anniversary of John Lennon's birth. As always, my birthday wish for John is one of peace. For me, finding peace means protecting the human rights of courageous individuals like Nobel Laureate Aung San Suu Kyi. Suu Kyi inspires me to fight for human rights even when the odds seem insurmountable. She has endured unofficial detention for 14 of the past 20 years, yet she continues to inspire the people…
September 10, 2010
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The Cruelty of Killing the Intellectually Disabled
How does killing the intellectually disabled give us justice?
September 9, 2010
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Rio de Janeiro, Victimized by Drug Dealers
Rio de Janeiro is back on the headlines. This time it’s not for its role future role hosting the World Cup in 2014 or the Olympic games in 2016. Rather, violence is again taking primary stage in the city.
September 7, 2010
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Yemen Abandons Human Rights to Counter Terrorism
The government authorities in Yemen are rolling back human rights gains over the years in the name of security.
September 7, 2010
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When Even Terrorists Say "You Suck!"
Four men were convicted in Angola early last month for "crimes against the state" based on a purported involvement in the January terror attack against the Togo football team in Cabinda Province. The Front for the Liberation of the Enclave of Cabinda (FLEC), who claimed responsibility for the attack as part of its on-going separatist campaign, promptly denounced the convictions. Personally, I don't think it's a good sign how you are running your country when a terrorist group has a stronger moral compass on a human rights issue... In January 2010, Angola hosted the Africa Cup of Nations soccer tournament. On route…
September 6, 2010
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Ask Obama to Help Donkey Bloggers
Relatives of two arrested bloggers in Azerbaijan are asking President Obama to urge his Azeri counterpart to release the bloggers. Sign their letter.
September 5, 2010