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Lesotho: criminal investigation into the killing of Mahao must be pursued vigorously
Authorities must ensure that the criminal investigation into the killing of Lieutenant-General Maaparankoe Mahao by members of the Lesotho Defence…
June 26, 2016
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Colombia: Agreement on a bilateral ceasefire and cessation of hostilities is an historic step forward
The agreement on a definitive bilateral ceasefire and cessation of hostilities, signed today in Cuba by the Colombian government and…
June 26, 2016
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Amnesty International USA Launches Campaign with Powerful Video on Torture
As the U.S. witnesses a growing climate of prejudice and scapegoating, Amnesty International USA (AIUSA) is launching a new campaign…
June 24, 2016
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Amnesty International: Tel Aviv attack displays total disdain for human life
The deadly attack on civilians at a Tel Aviv shopping and restaurant complex last night displayed a stark contempt for…
June 9, 2016
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Nigeria: Killing of unarmed pro-Biafra supporters by military must be urgently investigated
An on-the-ground investigation by Amnesty International has confirmed that the Nigerian army gunned down unarmed people ahead of last month’s…
June 9, 2016
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Authorities must rein in forces amid allegations of torture and deaths in custody in Iraq
Iraqi authorities must rein in all forces participating in the recapture of Falluja said Amnesty International today, amid reports that…
June 8, 2016
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Disgraceful shootings of students must be promptly investigated in Papua New Guinea
The shooting of students peacefully protesting in Port Moresby, the capital of Papua New Guinea, is a disgraceful attack on…
June 8, 2016
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UN: Shameful pandering to Saudi Arabia-led coalition over children killed in Yemen conflict
The credibility of the United Nations is on the line after it shamefully caved in to pressure to remove the…
June 7, 2016
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Mexico: Woman tortured by police is released from prison after four years of injustice
A judge´s decision to acquit mother of two Yecenia Armenta Graciano and release her from prison today in northern Mexico…
June 7, 2016
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Evidence Counters UK Claims That No British-Made Cluster Munitions in Yemen
Amnesty International recently found evidence indicating that a British-manufactured “BL-755” cluster bomb was used by the Saudi Arabia-led coalition in…
June 6, 2016
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Two months and 10 killings later, a climate of impunity still prevails in Bangladesh
The failure of Bangladeshi authorities to take decisive action against violent groups responsible for at least 10 killings over the…
June 6, 2016
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Brazil on fast-track course to repeat violent World Cup failures during Olympics
Brazil is on a fast-track course to repeat the deadly mistakes it has been making around policing for decades, made…
June 1, 2016