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🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Remi Tinubu’s visit complements Delta’s development agenda — Amnesty chief

The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme lauds First Lady Oluremi Tinubu's visit to Delta State, emphasizing its alignment with local development goals.

Feb 26 • 15:53 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Amnesty Demands Probe Into Plateau Road Killings

Amnesty International Nigeria has called for an investigation into road blockades and killings of travellers in Plateau State following recent violent incidents.

Feb 26 • 10:49 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Amnesty alleges torture, extrajudicial killings at Imo ‘Tiger Base’

Amnesty International reports that a police unit in Imo State, Nigeria, known as 'Tiger Base', is involved in serious human rights violations including torture and extrajudicial killings.

Feb 26 • 02:05 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

I will have fun in the Senate, says Nunes' vice about possible candidacy

Ricardo Mello Araújo, São Paulo's vice-mayor and favored candidate for the Senate by Jair Bolsonaro, expresses his intention to have fun in Congress while advocating for amnesty for those involved in the January 8th attacks.

Feb 26 • 02:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Venezuela records 185 releases following the approval of the Amnesty Law

A total of 185 people in Venezuela were released from prison after the approval of the Amnesty Law, with the process still underway and increasing requests for amnesty.

Feb 25 • 23:55 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Herzog Institute takes action in the STF against amnesty for the murder of Rubens Paiva

The Vladimir Herzog Institute has been admitted as amicus curiae in a Supreme Federal Court case regarding the applicability of the Amnesty Law to the case of Rubens Paiva, a former congressman who was disappeared and murdered during the military dictatorship in Brazil.

Feb 25 • 19:10 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The 70-year-old Spanish prisoner that chavismo refuses to release while Albares pushes to lift sanctions on Delcy

A 70-year-old Spanish businessman is imprisoned in Venezuela under chavismo despite a recent amnesty law, raising concerns about human rights and diplomatic relations.

Feb 25 • 01:15 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

'Ukrainians are getting ready to fight as long as needed', Director of Amnesty Intl Ukraine says

The Director of Amnesty International Ukraine emphasizes that Ukrainians are prepared to continue their struggle for as long as necessary in the face of ongoing conflict.

Feb 24 • 21:20 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Venezuela: 'The amnesty excludes more than half of the political prisoners,' denounces the leader of a human rights NGO

Andreína Baduel, a human rights activist, denounces that the amnesty in Venezuela fails to include over half of the political prisoners.

Feb 24 • 19:38 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

179 political prisoners released in Venezuela

A new amnesty law has resulted in the release of 179 political prisoners in Venezuela.

Feb 24 • 19:02 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Venezuela: 179 prisoners released under amnesty law

A total of 179 prisoners in Venezuelan prisons have been released under a new law providing amnesty for various crimes historically used to imprison dissenters.

Feb 24 • 18:56 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Venezuela: 179 people released from prison with full freedom due to the amnesty law

A total of 179 people in Venezuela have been released from prison under the newly enacted amnesty law, as announced by a parliamentary commission leader.

Feb 24 • 18:36 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Venezuela releases nearly 180 political prisoners

Venezuela has released 179 political prisoners following the adoption of an amnesty law amid a leadership change.

Feb 24 • 18:31 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Number of political prisoners released in Venezuela after amnesty rises to 91, says NGO

Venezuela has released 91 political prisoners following an amnesty law enacted last Thursday, according to a human rights organization.

Feb 24 • 17:55 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

I joined the Ukrainian army out of a sense of guilt

The author reflects on her decision to join the Ukrainian army after the events of Euromaidan, driven by feelings of guilt and obligation to defend freedom.

Feb 24 • 16:07 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Venezuela: More than 540 political prisoners released, according to NGO

Over 540 political prisoners have been released in Venezuela since January 8, according to Alfredo Romero, director of the legal rights NGO Foro Penal.

Feb 24 • 13:28 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Venezuela is open arms for anyone who wants to return, says interim leader

Venezuela's interim leader Delcy Rodríguez announced that the country welcomes those wishing to return following the recent amnesty law aimed at fostering democracy.

Feb 24 • 13:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Destitute survivors of south-east Asia’s cyberscam farms an ‘international crisis’

Charities are urging for immediate international support for victims of cyberscam farms in Southeast Asia, where many are left destitute and abandoned after being lured into trafficking operations.

Feb 24 • 10:40 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Amnesty Kenya, LSK Demand Probe Into Attempted Abduction of Tanzanian Activist

Amnesty International Kenya and the Law Society of Kenya are calling for a thorough investigation into the attempted abduction of Tanzanian human rights activist Mshabaha Hamza.

Feb 24 • 09:52 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Venezuela announces that expatriates are welcome to return after mass amnesty

Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodriguez pledged a warm welcome for expatriates following a new amnesty law enacted after the removal of Nicolas Maduro by the United States.

Feb 24 • 06:47 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

From the Venezuelan amnesty law, 2200 people have already benefited

The Venezuelan amnesty law has already benefited 2200 individuals.

Feb 24 • 05:01 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Venezuela begins prisoner releases as Rodriguez promises return for exiles

Venezuelan Interim President Delcy Rodriguez announced the release of political prisoners and pledged to welcome exiled citizens back home, signaling a potential shift in relations with the West.

Feb 24 • 01:39 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
World

177 political prisoners released in Venezuela

Around 177 political prisoners have been released in Venezuela following the enactment of a new amnesty law.

Feb 24 • 00:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Venezuela carries out the first full releases of political prisoners after the amnesty

Venezuela has initiated the first full releases of political prisoners under a new amnesty law, with at least 65 individuals freed over the weekend.

Feb 23 • 19:40 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

NGO says only 65 people were released in Venezuela after amnesty

A human rights organization reports that only 65 political prisoners were released in Venezuela following the recent amnesty, despite over 1,500 requests to the judiciary.

Feb 23 • 15:05 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

12 activists imprisoned in the 'Hong Kong 47' case, Amnesty International criticizes the decision

A Hong Kong appeals court has rejected appeals from 12 activists involved in the politically charged 'Hong Kong 47' case, which relates to a conspiracy charge stemming from a 2020 primary election.

Feb 23 • 11:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 200 political prisoners go on hunger strike in Venezuela against exclusions in amnesty

Over 200 political prisoners in Venezuela have declared a hunger strike, protesting the exclusions in a recently approved amnesty law.

Feb 23 • 09:26 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

More than 200 political prisoners in Venezuela begin hunger strike

In Venezuela, over 200 political prisoners have commenced a hunger strike protesting against a new amnesty law that they feel does not sufficiently benefit them.

Feb 23 • 07:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Amnesty is the Beginning

The unanimous approval of an amnesty law in Venezuela is a significant historical event aimed at ending the political persecution of dissenters and releasing political prisoners.

Feb 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

More than fifty political prisoners are released and without restrictions thanks to the Amnesty Law

Over fifty political prisoners have been freed in Venezuela due to the recently passed Amnesty Law, raising hopes for further releases amidst concerns about those not included in the first wave.

Feb 23 • 02:11 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Prisoners in Venezuela start hunger strike in protest against the new amnesty law

More than 200 political prisoners in Venezuela have initiated a hunger strike demanding their release following the enactment of a new amnesty law they deem insufficient.

Feb 23 • 01:48 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Venezuela: 23 new prisoners released under the amnesty law

Twenty-three prisoners have been released in Venezuela under an amnesty law, amid ongoing protests from those still incarcerated.

Feb 22 • 23:55 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Over 200 Venezuelan political prisoners launch hunger strike over amnesty law exclusions

Over 200 political prisoners in Venezuela have begun a hunger strike to protest their exclusion from a newly approved amnesty law.

Feb 22 • 23:32 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

More than 200 political prisoners go on hunger strike in Venezuela to demand freedom

Over 200 political prisoners in Venezuela have initiated a hunger strike to demand their freedom, as reported by their families.

Feb 22 • 20:49 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Political prisoners in Venezuela on hunger strike

Over 200 political prisoners in Venezuela have initiated a hunger strike to demand their release under the country's new amnesty law.

Feb 22 • 20:21 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

More than 200 political prisoners declare hunger strike in Rodeo 1, the 'hellish' chavista prison

Over 200 political prisoners in Venezuela have gone on hunger strike in Rodeo 1 prison due to slow releases and an inadequate Amnesty Law.

Feb 22 • 18:40 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Argentine gendarme Nahuel Gallo and hundreds of political prisoners began a hunger strike

Argentine gendarme Nahuel Gallo and over 200 political prisoners in Venezuela have initiated a hunger strike to demand their freedom following the passage of an Amnesty Law that excludes those accused of 'terrorism'.

Feb 22 • 18:11 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Nahuel Gallo and other 200 political prisoners have started a hunger strike in Venezuela

Nahuel Gallo, an Argentine gendarme detained in Venezuela, has joined over 200 political prisoners in a hunger strike to protest against the lack of amnesty laws that benefit many inmates in their prison.

Feb 22 • 18:03 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Political prisoners in Venezuela: chavismo evaluates granting "grace measures" and pardons for those excluded in the Amnesty Law

Chavismo is considering granting presidential pardons to political prisoners excluded from the Amnesty Law, as pressure mounts from NGOs and families.

Feb 22 • 12:40 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Syrian Justice Minister: Half a Million Citizens Will Benefit from the General Amnesty Decree

The Syrian Justice Minister announced that a general amnesty decree will benefit approximately half a million citizens, explicitly excluding anyone involved in crimes against the Syrian people.

Feb 22 • 11:23 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

More than 1,500 political prisoners in Venezuela request amnesty under new law

Over 1,500 political prisoners in Venezuela are seeking amnesty following a newly enacted law by the National Assembly.

Feb 22 • 08:31 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Over 1500 have applied for amnesty in Venezuela

Over 1500 political prisoners in Venezuela have applied for release following the recent adoption of an amnesty law.

Feb 22 • 05:12 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
World

After protests in Iran - children risk death penalty

At least 30 individuals, including teenagers, face the death penalty in Iran following protests in January, as reported by Amnesty International.

Feb 22 • 02:42 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Venezuela claims to have released another 80 prisoners, but hundreds more are still waiting for the regime to comply with the amnesty law

Venezuela has announced the release of 80 more prisoners, but many remain behind bars as the government has not fully implemented the amnesty law intended to protect political prisoners.

Feb 21 • 23:38 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

1,500 political prisoners expected to be released in Venezuela

More than 1,500 individuals imprisoned for political reasons in Venezuela have applied for release under a newly passed amnesty law.

Feb 21 • 22:20 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

More than 1,500 prisoners set for release under Venezuela's new amnesty law

Venezuela is set to release more than 1,500 political prisoners under a new amnesty law aimed at benefiting opposition members and activists.

Feb 21 • 21:16 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Venezuela granted amnesty to 379 political prisoners, but confusion about the releases grows

Venezuela has granted amnesty to 379 political prisoners, yet there is confusion regarding the actual number of released individuals.

Feb 21 • 20:28 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Amnesty in Venezuela: 80 political prisoners released on Saturday, according to the president of Parliament

Eighty political prisoners were released in Venezuela as part of a new amnesty law, according to Jorge Rodríguez, the president of Parliament.

Feb 21 • 20:23 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Jorge Rodríguez states that “hundreds of releases” are already being registered due to the amnesty in Venezuela

Venezuelan Parliament President Jorge Rodríguez announced that hundreds of prisoners are being released under the new Amnesty Law.

Feb 21 • 20:20 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Venezuelan Justice Approves 379 Releases Due to Amnesty

Venezuelan authorities have approved the release of 379 individuals following the enactment of an Amnesty Law, a step indicated by a parliamentary figure.

Feb 21 • 20:12 UTC

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