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Jordan: A Poetic Security Threat?
(New York) - Jordan's military prosecutor at the State Security Court should immediately order the release of Hatim al-Shuli, a university student, and rescind charges against him, Human Rights Watch said today.
Egypt: Disclose Fate of ‘Disappeared' Student
(Cairo) - Egyptian authorities should immediately disclose the fate and whereabouts of Mohamed Saad Tork, who disappeared in July 2009 with strong indications that he was being held by the authorities, and prosecute those responsible, Human Rights Watch said today. Tork's case highlights the continuing practice of enforced disappearances by Egypt's State Security Investigations agency.
Saudi Arabia: Domestic Worker Brutalized
(New York) - The apparent brutality by Saudi employers against a Sri Lankan domestic worker highlights the severe shortcomings in labor laws and practices that foster abuse and exploitation, Human Rights Watch said today.
West Bank/Israel: Hamas Must End Attacks on Civilians
(Jerusalem) - Hamas should be held accountable for two new attacks against Israeli civilians in the West Bank, and those who ordered and participated in the attacks should be prosecuted, Human Rights Watch said today.
Libya: Step Ahead for Women on Nationality Rights
(Beirut) - Libya's new nationality law granting women married to foreign spouses the right to pass their own nationality to their children is a significant move forward for women's rights, Human Rights Watch said today. But the law still contains some contradictory provisions that could be interpreted to perpetuate discrimination, Human Rights Watch said.
US: European Corporate Hypocrisy
(New York) - Many European companies that publicly embrace workers' rights under global labor standards nevertheless undermine workers' rights in their US operations, Human Rights Watch said in a report issued today.
Morocco: Arrests, Alleged Torture of Islamist Movement Figures
(New York) - Arrests without warrants, followed by alleged torture at national police headquarters, raise questions about how Moroccan authorities are handling a case involving seven prominent members of the country's leading Islamist association, Human Rights Watch said today. The men have been in pretrial detention since June 28.
Bahrain: Pursue Torture Allegations
(Washington, DC) - Bahraini authorities should immediately look into allegations of torture by four opposition activists who had been held in incommunicado detention for more than two weeks, Human Rights Watch said today. In their formal interrogation sessions with prosecutors, the four contended that their captors had subjected them to torture and degrading treatment.
Iran: Release Rights Activist; Guarantee a Fair Trial
(New York) - Iran's Judiciary should ensure that human rights activist Shiva Nazar Ahari receives a fair trial, Human Rights Watch said today, including full access to a lawyer, adequate time to prepare her defense, and the ability to challenge evidence presented against her.
Cambodia: International Groups Condemn Sentencing of Local Rights Staffer
(New York) - Four international human rights organizations urged the Cambodian government to immediately release Leang Sokchouen, staff person of the Cambodian League for the Promotion and Defense of Human Rights (LICADHO), who was sentenced to prison on disinformation charges on August 30, 2010.
UN: Replace Rhetoric With Action on Disability Rights
(New York) - Governments meeting at the United Nations this week to discuss implementation of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) should focus on effective strategies and good practices that benefit persons with disabilities, Human Rights Watch said today. The convention went into effect two years ago.
US: All Officials Should Uphold Freedom of Religion
(New York) - Decisions by state and local officials in several US states to uphold the building of mosques and Muslim community centers despite protests is an important affirmation of the right to freedom of religion enshrined in international human rights law as well as the US Constitution, Human Rights Watch said today. Such projects are going forward in at least five states.
Kenya: Arrest Bashir or Bar Him Entry
(New York) - Kenya should bar Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir from entering Kenya or arrest him for trial at the International Criminal Court (ICC) if he enters Kenyan territory, Human Rights Watch said today. The Sudanese state news agency has reported that al-Bashir will travel to Kenya on August 27, 2010, to attend the celebration of Kenya's new constitution.
Côte d’Ivoire/Nigeria: Combat Trafficking for Prostitution
(Dakar) - Authorities in Côte d'Ivoire and Nigeria should investigate and close down networks that traffic Nigerian women and girls to Côte d'Ivoire for forced prostitution, Human Rights Watch said today. Human Rights Watch also called for collaboration among regional neighbors to improve border efforts to combat trafficking.
Uganda: For Women with Disabilities, Barriers and Abuse
(Kampala) - Women with disabilities in northern Uganda experience ongoing discrimination and sexual and gender-based violence, Human Rights Watch said in a report released today. Many are unable to gain access to basic services, including health care and justice, and they have been largely ignored in post-conflict reconstruction efforts.
US: Immigration Detainees at Risk of Sexual Abuse
(Washington) - The US government needs to strengthen its protection of people in immigration detention to prevent sexual abuse and to ensure justice for victims, Human Rights Watch said in a report released today.
Russia: Stop Forced Dress Code for Women in Chechnya
(Moscow) - Russia should put an end to local rules forcing women in Chechnya to observe an Islamic dress code, Human Rights Watch said today.
São Tomé e Príncipe: Oil Deals and the New Government
(Washington, DC) - The tiny country of São Tomé e Príncipe is at a crossroads with a chance to benefit from its potential oil wealth, Human Rights Watch said in a report released today.
Lebanon: Critic of Nahr al-Bared Reconstruction Efforts Detained
(Beirut) –The Lebanese authorities should immediately release Ismael Sheikh Hassan, an urban planner detained by Military Intelligence on August 18, 2010, or promptly charge him with a recognizable crime, Human Rights Watch said today.
Israel: New Peak in Arbitrary Razing of Palestinian Homes
(Jerusalem) - The Israeli government should immediately stop the arbitrary destruction of Palestinian homes and other property in the West Bank and compensate the people it has displaced, Human Rights Watch said today.
CFK Member Highlight
CFK ADVISOR NAMED ADVISOR TO PRES. DEBY
N’DJAMENA, CHAD
(17 March 2010):
Dr. Djimé Adoum, an Advisor with Caring for Kaela (CFK), was appointed by President Idriss Déby Itno, Chad, on March 12th, 2010, as Technical Advisor in Charge of Rural Development to the President...Read more
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