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'It is all too common for Guatemalan judges, lawyers and prosecutors to face threats, intimidation and attacks,' the organization added. 'Those engaged in investigating and prosecuting cases of human...

'We welcome President Vladimir Putin's decision to veto the proposed law amendments concerning the coverage of extreme situations. However, Russian parliamentarians must ensure that any amendments to...

'Precisely at times of heightened tensions governments must ensure that all measures taken are in accordance with international human rights law. We are particularly concerned that the government's...

Under the Program the authorities will review existing security laws and cases of detainees held without trial for a long time and will not implement the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) in the...

'Given the widespread nature of human rights abuses by both sides in the continuing armed conflict in Liberia, the provision of arms and ammunition and other forms of military assistance - whether...

Amnesty International also urged the authorities to protect the right to freedom of expression, association and assembly in Burma. 'Among those already released are individuals who have served six or...

An investigation by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) revealed 18 cases of sexual abuse and exploitation in Bhutanese refugee camps in Nepal. Victims included a 7-year old girl...

With allegations of torture surrounding the ongoing trial of three Britons and 23 Egyptians in an (Emergency) Supreme State Security Court, Amnesty International noted with particular concern the UN...

However, the organisation believes that the proposed resolution now before the UN General Assembly's Third Committee regarding the establishment of a criminal tribunal for the prosecution of crimes...

'The Czech authorities have a responsibility to ensure the safety and security of local inhabitants and property. Equally, it is also their duty to ensure that people are able to exercise peacefully...