Thailand’s government has denied allegations that it plans to forcibly repatriate Uyghur refugees to China, following international outcry and appeals from the United Nations. Reports surfaced last week claiming that Thai authorities were preparing to deport hundreds of Uyghurs detained in immigration centers, sparking fears for their safety. “We have[Read More…]

UN human rights experts have expressed deep concern over Belarus’ increasing use of trials in absentia, warning that the practice undermines the principles of justice and due process.  According to the UN, these trials often target political opponents, activists, and journalists who fled the country to escape persecution. The experts[Read More…]

A new online petition is urging tech billionaires who have previously supported former President Donald Trump to demonstrate their commitment to human rights by funding organizations that address social justice and equality. Launched by a coalition of advocacy groups, the petition has gained thousands of signatures within days. The petition[Read More…]

The Children’s Home Society of North Carolina (CHS) has named veteran fundraiser Kelly Johnson as its Chief Philanthropy Officer, a role critical to advancing the organization’s mission of supporting children and families. Johnson brings over 20 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, including spearheading multimillion-dollar campaigns for educational and social[Read More…]

The United Nations announced on Tuesday that millions of litres of fuel have been delivered to Gaza to address the dire humanitarian needs caused by ongoing conflict and economic devastation. The fuel, facilitated by the UN and international donors, is critical for powering hospitals, desalination plants, and essential services in[Read More…]

ATLANTA — Civil rights leaders and the family of Martin Luther King Jr. marked MLK Day with a renewed call to action as President Trump’s administration takes office. Speaking at Ebenezer Baptist Church, where King once preached, activists urged Americans to continue the fight for racial and social justice. Bernice[Read More…]

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump signed an executive order on January 20 directing the federal government to investigate censorship practices and ensure Americans’ free speech rights are not infringed. The order comes amid growing debates over the role of social media platforms in moderating content. Trump accused tech companies of[Read More…]

ASMARA — Survivors of Eritrea’s notorious prison system have described harrowing conditions in secret detention facilities where torture and abuse are rampant. Speaking to The Guardian, former prisoners recounted years of physical and psychological torment, including beatings, starvation, and isolation. One survivor described the atmosphere of despair, saying, “It was[Read More…]

ROME — Libyan General Mahmoud al-Werfalli, wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged war crimes, has been released from custody in Turin following his surprise arrest last week. Italian authorities cited insufficient grounds for his continued detention under international legal standards, a move that has drawn condemnation from[Read More…]

The United Nations has raised alarms over escalating hostilities in northeast Syria, warning of the devastating impact on civilians. Clashes between armed groups have displaced thousands, with humanitarian agencies struggling to provide aid in the conflict zone. UN officials called for an immediate ceasefire and unimpeded access to deliver life-saving[Read More…]