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Jamaica Must Tackle Shocking Wave of Police Killings, says Amnesty International
The killing of 21 people by Jamaican police in just six days must be subject to a thorough inquiry, Amnesty International said as it called on the authorities to mount…
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The Holiday Nowruz is a Special Time to Brighten the Lives of Prisoners of Conscience in Iran
The medical furlough granted to the brothers Kamiar and Arash Alaei and other successes highlight the effectiveness of our annual Nowruz cards action.
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Bahrain to Amnesty International: No Weekend Visits Allowed
What is Bahrain trying to hide from Amnesty observers?
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Iran Determined to Impose Total Information Blackout to Stifle Dissent
As Iran's parliamentary elections approach, the authorities crack down on dissent and freedom of speech. Iranians who dare to speak out pay a heavy price.
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Amnesty International Condemns Egypt’s Systematic Failure to Rein in Security Forces
Egypt's security forces continue to kill protestors with the same brutal tactics used in Hosni Mubarak's last days in power, Amnesty International said after concluding riot police yet again used…
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South Korea Must Release Activist Charged Over Kim Jong-il Tweet, says Amnesty International
The South Korean authorities should immediately release a social media activist accused of helping "the enemy" for re-tweeting messages from North Korea's official government Twitter account, Amnesty International said today.
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Syria: Why The Security Council Matters
As the Security Council meets in New York, the next 24 to 48 hours may mark a pivotal moment in the uprising of the Syrian people.
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Create Your Own Amnesty Anthem!
Ever wanted to be a composer? Join Academy Award winning composer Hans Zimmer in creating your own Amnesty 50th anniversary anthem and win cash prizes!
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Is Internet Access A Human Right?
Is denial of access to the Internet similar to being denied access to your town square through curfews, martial law, or emergency rules?
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Amnesty International Urges Iran to Halt Execution of American Amir Hekmati After Unfair Trial; Group Fears Execution Could be Carried Out Within Weeks
Amnesty International said today Amir Hekmati, an Iranian-American, sentenced to death in Iran for alleged spying for the C.I.A. did not receive a fair trial and had no access to…
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Can US Citizens Now be Detained Indefinitely?
Breaking down the NDAA's indefinite detention provisions and how it could affect US citizens.
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Kim Jong-il’s Death Could be Opportunity for Human Rights in North Korea, Says Amnesty International
The death of North Korean leader Kim Jong-il and assumption of power by his son, Kim Jong-un, present an important opportunity for improving the country’s catastrophic human rights record.