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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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Amnesty International has condemned the Israeli government's expansion of settlements in the West Bank, asserting it violates international law and leads to Palestinian displacement.

Civil society organizations in Kenya are urging the government to submit a Cabinet memorandum aimed at addressing femicide following a deadline set by the President.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Amnesty International reports that at least 30 individuals in Iran, including minors, risk the death penalty following protests in January.

Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodriguez has enacted a law to grant clemency to those jailed for political unrest, responding to international pressures and legal challenges faced by the government.

Amnesty International reported that the phone of prominent Angolan journalist and activist Teixeira Candido was hacked in 2024 using the invasive spyware 'Predator', marking the first criminal confirmation of its use in Angola.

Angolan journalist Teixeira Cândido was recently targeted with Predator spyware, raising concerns about press freedom and privacy in the country.

An Amnesty International seminar on police conduct in Italy has sparked outrage among politicians, with claims that it undermines police authority and might promote anti-police sentiments.

Amnesty International urges European nations to withdraw their calls for the resignation of UN Human Rights Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, which were based on misleading information.

Amnesty International Italy has launched a seminar series titled 'Police and Human Rights' to educate citizens on their rights and how to defend themselves against potential police misconduct.

Amnesty International Brazil has expressed its indignation over the acquittal of police officers involved in the killing of a 13-year-old boy, Thiago Flausino, during a police operation.

North Korea's regime is reportedly executing children for watching South Korean series, including the popular show Squid Game, with severe penalties like execution or imprisonment in labor camps for those caught consuming 'illegal' media.

North Korea imposes severe penalties, including execution, for citizens caught watching South Korean media, reflecting a crackdown on foreign influence.

Amnesty International has urged Prince William to advocate for Ahmed al-Doush, a Manchester man detained in Saudi Arabia, during his official visit to the country.

A court in Mali confirmed the prison sentence of former Prime Minister Moussa Mara for allegedly undermining state credibility by supporting political prisoners online.

A significant portion of Danes, specifically 41%, fear personal repercussions for publicly criticizing authorities, according to a poll by Verian for Amnesty International Denmark.

Amnesty International urges the European Commission to take urgent action to stop the addictive harm of TikTok and to strictly enforce the Digital Services Act.

In North Korea, severe penalties such as forced labor and even execution are imposed on individuals caught watching South Korean television series and films, according to an Amnesty International report.

Amnesty International reports that North Korea is executing schoolchildren for watching shows like 'Squid Game' and for listening to South Korean music.

On February 5, the National Assembly controlled by the Venezuelan regime approved the so-called Amnesty Law in its first discussion, an initiative pushed by interim president Delcy Rodríguez amid international pressure following Nicolás Maduro's capture.

North Korea reportedly executes schoolchildren for watching 'Squid Game' and consuming other forms of foreign media, as revealed by interviews with escapees.