Urgent Action outcome: Musician released on probation
On 13 May 2019, 33-year-old musician Rami Sidky was released on probation after 374
days of pre-trial detention.
16 activists released; 61 people remain in prison
Activists known as “Aguadores” were released on 30 December but still face charges.
Urgent Action outcome: Activist released on bail
Senegalese activist Guy Marius Sagna was released on bail on 3 March, three
months after he was first detained.
Urgent Action outcome: Filmmaker Released After Serving His Term
Filmmaker Min Htin Ko Ko Gyi was released from prison on 21 February 2020, after completing his prison sentence.
Free author Ahmet Altan
Renowned Turkish author and former newspaper editor was re-detained after a court overturned the decision to release him.
Belarus must not execute Viktar Serhil
Despite continuing pressure, Belarusian authorities continue to carry out executions.
Three activists face prison for peaceful rally
Three activists are facing prison time for calling for constitutional reform and criticising military rule.
Five activists arrested after illegal raid
Five activists were arrested during an illegal raid. The activists claim security forces committed multiple violations.
Ombudsman's life at risk over death threats
An Ecuadorian Ombudsman's life is at risk in retaliation for his human rights work. He and his family must be protected.
Minor on trial over social media posts
A Yemeni teen-refugee in Jordan is being tried for “blasphemy” and “insulting religious feelings” for social media posts.