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New York University, UAE Authorities Quash Campus Freedom
UAE authorities and NYA administrators acted to suppress and punish freedom of expression, peaceful assembly at the university’s campus in…
August 26, 2024
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Amnesty International USA Reaction to Lifting Suspension of “Offensive” Weapons Shipments to Saudi Arabia
The Biden administration is sending the message that compliance with international law is optional.
August 13, 2024
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Arizonans Will Have Opportunity to Vote Yes on Protecting the Human Right to Abortion
Keep showing up for abortion rights whenever you can. Together, we can – and we will – protect the human…
August 12, 2024
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USA: Abortion Bans and Restrictions Cause Extensive Harm, Violate Human Rights
United States is failing to comply with its international human rights obligations to ensure pregnant people have access to abortion.
August 5, 2024
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Abortion in the USA: The Human Rights Crisis in the Aftermath of Dobbs
Amnesty International documented the impact of bans and restrictions on the human rights of people across the U.S. after Roe…
August 5, 2024
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Amnesty International USA Response to U.S. Defense Secretary Revoking Plea Deal for 9/11 Defendants
The victims of the 9/11 attacks deserve accountability for the horrendous crimes committed after waiting more than 20 years.
August 3, 2024
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Arizona One Step Closer to Constitutionally Protecting the Human Right to Abortion
Pregnant people have the human right to make their own decision whether or not to carry a pregnancy to term…
July 3, 2024
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U.S. Parole Commission Denies Leonard Peltier’s Request for Freedom; President Biden Should Grant Clemency
Continuing to keep Leonard Peltier locked behind bars is a human rights travesty. President Biden should grant him clemency and…
July 2, 2024
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U.S.: Help Center Human Rights, including Women’s Rights, in Discussions and Decisions About Afghanistan
Afghan women have long been at the forefront of the fight for human rights, facing severe restrictions impacting every aspect…
June 27, 2024
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Amnesty International Response to Supreme Court Ruling in Case Challenging the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act
Abortion is a human right, for all people, everywhere. While today’s decision is a temporary relief, it is not a…
June 27, 2024
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UK/USA: Fight for Media Freedom Continues as Assange Reaches Plea Deal with U.S. Authorities
The charges against Assange should have never been brought against him in the first place, that he certainly should have…
June 26, 2024
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‘Positive News’ as Julian Assange Released from UK Prison
Amnesty International embraces the positive news that Julian Assange has finally been released from UK state custody after five years…
June 25, 2024