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Amnesty International says genocide being committed against Palestinians in Gaza, Israel rejects accusation
December 05, 2024 8:54 am
To establish intent, Amnesty said it reviewed over 100 statements by Israeli government and military officials and others since the start of the war that “dehumanized Palestinians, called for or justified genocidal acts or other crimes against them.”
Why has FIFA been urged to deny 2034 World Cup hosting rights to Saudi Arabia
November 13, 2024 11:34 am
FIFA should halt the process of giving the World Cup to Saudi Arabia, according to Amnesty International and SRA, as it could lead to major human rights violations.
Amnesty chief criticises military trial of civilians in Pakistan; urges govt to uphold international obligations
May 21, 2024 4:20 pm
The Amnesty chief, who is on her first regional visit to South Asia, said that although military trials for civilians are a 'no-no' under international law, ;sadly it has happened throughout Pakistan's political history… [and] is not a novelty'
Who is Manahel al-Otaibi, the Saudi fitness influencer jailed for her choice of clothing?
May 03, 2024 7:37 pm
Al-Otaibi, who posted fitness videos on Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat, faced charges of “defaming the kingdom at home and abroad, calling for rebellion against public order and society’s traditions and customs, and challenging the judiciary and its justice.
Amnesty says Taliban must halt their abuses in Afghanistan
March 06, 2023 5:03 pm
Amnesty International has called on the UN Human Rights Council to establish an independent investigative mechanism in Afghanistan, and urged UN members to ensure justice for victims of Taliban abuses.
After Ronaldo's Al Nassr’s signing, Amnesty wants him to draw attention to human rights in Saudi Arabia
January 05, 2023 1:52 pm
“Instead of offering uncritical praise of Saudi Arabia, Ronaldo should use his considerable public platform to draw attention to human rights issues in the country," said Amnesty International.
Egypt has days to save jailed activist's life, warns head of Amnesty International
November 07, 2022 9:15 am
Alaa Abdel-Fattah spent most of the past decade behind bars and his detention has become a symbol of Egypt’s return to autocratic rule.
ED attaches Rs 1.54 crore assets in money laundering case against Amnesty
October 08, 2022 2:08 am
According to ED, its probe revealed that upon cancellation of FCRA licence of AIIFT, a new method was adopted by Amnesty entities to receive money from abroad. Amnesty International, UK, allegedly sent Rs 51.72 crore to AIIPL in the guise of Export of Services and Foreign Direct Investment.
Ukraine: Amnesty International report sparks furor, resignation
August 07, 2022 11:42 am
Russia has repeatedly justified attacks on civilian areas by alleging that Ukrainian fighters had set up firing positions at the targeted locations.
ED: Amnesty UK routed Rs 51 crore to India arm for ‘anti-national’ work
July 25, 2022 5:49 pm
Over the years, AIIPL itself got Rs 36 crore (including Rs 10 crore FDI) from Amnesty International UK against “export of services” related to preparing of human rights reports on various issues, organising campaigns and some technical services, the ED said.
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