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Missing the Point: Lack of Adequate Investigation of Hate Crimes in Bulgaria

Bulgaria’s failure to adequately investigate and prosecute hate crimes is fuelling fear, discrimination and ultimately violence.

February 9, 2015

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Open for Business? Corporate Crime and Abuses at Myanmar Copper Mine

Canadian and Chinese mining interests have profited from, and in some cases colluded with the Myanmar authorities in serious human…

February 9, 2015

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Killing of Jordanian pilot ‘Abhorrent’ but ‘Revenge Executions’ Not the Answer

The vicious summary killing of a Jordanian pilot who was burned alive by the armed group that calls itself the…

February 4, 2015

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Untold Stories of Syria’s Most Vulnerable Refugees in New Amnesty Report

This report throws the spotlight on the human face of Syria’s refugee crisis, through the stories of eight people and…

February 3, 2015

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NGOs Send Letter to Saudi Prince Mohammed bin Naif Urging Release of Imprisoned Activists

A group of NGOs sent a letter to Prince Mohammed bin Naif bin Abdulaziz al-Saud of Saudi Arabia expressing concern…

February 3, 2015

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Egypt: Deportation of Al Jazeera journalist must not overshadow continuing plight of Baher Mohamed and Mohamed Fahmy

The continuing plight of Al Jazeera journalists Baher Mohamed and Mohamed Fahmy must not be forgotten as their colleague Peter…

February 2, 2015

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Amnesty International USA Urges President Obama to Raise Case of Raif Badawi with Saudi Arabian Monarchy

Ahead of President Obama’s visit to Saudi Arabia tomorrow to pay his respects following the death of King Abdullah, Amnesty…

January 26, 2015

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Following Death of King Abdullah, Amnesty USA Urges U.S. to Support Human Rights in Saudi Arabia

Amnesty International USA is urging members of Congress and the White House to press for human rights reform in Saudi…

January 23, 2015

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President Obama Urged Speak Up on Bhopal Disaster

On the eve of President Obama’s trip to India to be the chief guest of India’s Republic Day celebrations, Amnesty…

January 23, 2015

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Missouri Governor Calls for Reforms of Deadly Force Statute Following Events in Ferguson

Missouri governor Jay Nixon called for reforms to “foster healing and hope” following the shooting death of Ferguson teenager Michael…

January 22, 2015

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Amnesty International USA Response to the State of the Union Address

During tonight’s State of the Union address, President Obama touched on issues of national security, criminal justice reform, immigration policy…

January 21, 2015

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“Circles of hell:” Domestic, Public and State Violence Against Women in Egypt

Despite some recent piecemeal reforms, shortfalls in Egyptian laws and entrenched impunity continue to foster a culture of routine sexual…

January 20, 2015