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The Kenyan government will grant amnesty to citizens who unlawfully joined the Russian military after an agreement was reached to cease their recruitment.

The article discusses the recent unilateral approval of two controversial laws in Venezuela and highlights the ongoing repression facilitated by these legal frameworks.

The extreme right in Spain, represented by Vox, is distancing itself from King Felipe VI and has begun to criticize the monarchy following his support for a controversial amnesty law.

Hassan El Sayed, a Danish-Egyptian actor, is being detained in Cairo and faces accusations related to terrorism due to his role in a film critical of the Egyptian government, according to Amnesty International.

Asylum seekers returned to France under the UK’s 'one in, one out' policy have found their way back to the UK via lorry, revealing flaws in the controversial arrangement.

About 220 Nigerians are studying in the UK as part of a presidential amnesty programme, according to Nigeria's Minister of Information.

Amnesty International warns that Iran is likely to carry out more executions, particularly highlighting the recent execution of a Swedish citizen held in Iran.

The article discusses the efforts of lawyers, mothers, and activists fighting for the rights and amnesty of political prisoners in Venezuela.

Former Spanish President José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero expresses strong support for the Chavista amnesty proposal during his visit to Venezuela, emphasizing the importance of forgiveness and reconciliation in the country.

Former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero is in Caracas to oversee the application of the recently approved Amnesty Law.

The United Nations urges Venezuela to enhance transparency in the amnesty process for political prisoners, while the Venezuelan government rejects these claims and responds with accusations of bias against UN officials.

Amnesty International demands that the United States be held responsible for an airstrike on an Iranian school that killed 168 people.

Amnesty International claims that the U.S. is likely responsible for a school attack in Iran that killed 168 individuals, predominantly children, suggesting it may constitute a war crime.

Amnesty International criticized the Israeli military prosecutor's decision to dismiss charges against five Israeli soldiers accused of abusing Palestinian detainees, describing it as institutionalizing impunity.

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado criticized the new amnesty law as a form of selective justice, particularly after the arrest of her lawyer following contested elections.

Venezuelan authorities have denied amnesty to Perkins Rocha, the attorney for opposition leader María Corina Machado, following his arrest after the 2024 presidential elections.

Goiás Governor Ronaldo Caiado argues for comprehensive amnesty for those convicted over the January 8 incidents during an interview, as he emphasizes the significance of the upcoming elections and security issues in Brazil.

Jakub Szymczak, a journalist at OKO.press, has been awarded the Pen of Hope by Amnesty International for his reporting on international human rights crises, particularly the conflict in Gaza.

Rafael Tudares Bracho, the son-in-law of Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo González, has been granted full freedom under the Amnesty Law enacted earlier this year.

Marcelo Cerqueira was a significant figure in the history of Brazil's redemocratization, known for his role in advocating for the Amnesty Law and supporting democratic movements during the military dictatorship.

The documentary 'Anistia 79' highlights the impact of amnesty on Brazilian society, addressing both the victims of political persecution and their aggressors.

The Brazilian Supreme Court is reviewing a constitutional amendment that exempts political parties from penalties for not supporting women and black candidates in elections prior to 2022.

The Hankyoreh's investigative report on the hidden deaths of migrant workers in South Korea has won the International Amnesty Journalism Award.

Amnesty International highlights the severe conditions faced by women in Gaza amidst ongoing violence from Israel, stressing the impacts of forced displacement, health system collapse, and worsening living conditions.

Amnesty International urges the Ivorian government to release several individuals arrested during protests related to the recent presidential election, claiming their arrests are unjust.

Human rights organizations are calling for justice over the 11-year disappearance of pro-democracy activist Itai Dzamara, who was abducted in 2015.

Amnesty International has urged the Nigerian government to investigate gas leaks in Rivers State that threaten local residents' health and safety.

At least 17 political prisoners were released in Caracas following an amnesty law, although their freedom comes with restrictions.

Amnesty International claims that ongoing Israeli attacks in Gaza are causing severe discrimination and violence against Palestinian women and girls, particularly impacting reproductive health services.

Amnesty International has condemned the Israeli military's orders for mass evacuations in Lebanon, labeling them as illegal and a source of fear and humanitarian crisis.

Iran's women football players face serious consequences if they return home after not singing the national anthem; calls for their protection and asylum in Australia are growing.

Ángela Expósito, a director of an animal foundation and a political prisoner in Venezuela for over seven years, has been released under precautionary measures following a law of amnesty.

Amnesty International reported that rebels in Ethiopia's Oromia region have committed serious human rights abuses, including the gang rape of children, during their insurgency against the government.

Israel's military has accused Iran of using cluster bombs during recent conflicts, with new evidence surfacing from video footage and analysis from independent experts.

Dollar deposits in Argentina have hit a historic high of over $39 billion, but banks indicate that savings held outside the banking system have yet to be brought in.

The Venezuelan Parliament has received amnesty requests from politicians abroad, as announced by the president of Parliament, Jorge Rodríguez.

Amnesty International warns that unregulated arms trade directly contributes to human rights abuses worldwide.

Reactions continue to flow in condemning the brutal murder of Iraqi women’s rights activist Yanar Muhammad, with calls for accountability and urgent investigations.

Papua New Guinea has launched a national campaign to encourage residents to surrender illegal firearms by offering cash payments amid rising tribal violence.

A hacked prayer app in Iran sent alarming messages urging soldiers to surrender, promising them amnesty.

A TNT explosive was placed in front of a police station in South Bohemia during a weapons amnesty campaign.

Amnesty International warns that Sri Lanka's proposed anti-terrorism law contains fundamental flaws that threaten freedoms and could target minorities.

Amnesty International urges the United Nations to take action on enforced disappearances and to ensure the protection of families of the missing, highlighting the ongoing issues in multiple countries, including Gaza.

During a recent amnesty in the Ústí Region of Czechia, citizens have surrendered nearly a hundred firearms, including pistols and rifles, to the police.

Zimbabwe has initiated the release of nearly 4,000 inmates as part of a presidential amnesty aimed at alleviating prison overcrowding.

Nearly 400 foreign nationals have left Namibia due to the government's immigration amnesty program, predominantly comprising individuals from Zimbabwe and Angolan nationals.

Thousands of prisoners in Zimbabwe are being released under a new presidential clemency aimed at promoting rehabilitation and reducing overcrowding in prisons.

Zimbabwe has initiated the release of nearly 4,000 inmates as part of a presidential amnesty aimed at reducing prison overcrowding.

A collection of snapshots highlights significant cultural events and conflicts occurring in March, including a Japanese festival, escalating violence in Lebanon, and an amnesty in Myanmar.

The Burmese junta has granted amnesty to over 7,000 prisoners who were convicted of supporting groups deemed terrorist by the regime.