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The report also reveals the impact these conflicts have on asylum claims to the UK. According to available Home Office statistics, up to three-quarters (around 74%) of asylum applications are made by...

Amnesty International said: “Brian Williamson was a courageous individual prepared to speak out for one of the most marginalised and persecuted communities in Jamaica: the gay and lesbian community...

Spain: The necessary commitment – AI recommendations for a human rights action plan defines the key human rights challenges facing Spain, sets a roadmap for change and contains a list of 15...

“It brings Kenny closer to execution, setting the clock ticking faster than ever. “Mr Richey has already endured over 17 years on death row and we have deep concerns about his case that go beyond...

The rule of law and traditional mechanisms for resolving conflict between different ethnic groups have been destroyed by the government’s support for the ‘Janjawid’ militia groups, its failure...

More than 50 people are still imprisoned for their part in the protests, according to Amnesty International’s records. This number is a fraction of the true figure, which has never been released by...

'General Laurent Nkunda and Colonel Jules Mutebusi, whose forces seized the city yesterday, should ensure that combatants under their command uphold international humanitarian law and stop attacking...

'The decision upholds the principles of international justice and the rule of law,' Amnesty International said. 'The ruling reaffirms that Charles Taylor must not be allowed to enjoy impunity from...

'The armed militias (Janjawid) supported by the Sudanese government armed forces have been responsible for massive human rights violations against the civilian population in Darfur,' the delegates...

Violations of international fair trial standards have marred proceedings against Igor Sutiagin throughout the investigation and trial, and raise serious concern that the case may have been brought for...