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Georgia Jails Another Opposition Figure in Crackdown on Dissent
European Union · Tbilisi

Georgia Jails Another Opposition Figure in Crackdown on Dissent

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TBILISI: Georgia on Tuesday jailed prominent opposition figure Nika Gvaramia for eight months, the latest in a wave of arrests targeting politicians, activists, and journalists critical of the ruling party. The EU candidate nation has been gripped by political unrest since the disputed parliamentary elections last October, when the ruling Georgian Dream party declared victory,See the Story
Civil Society Statement Ahead of Cour De Cassation Hearing on Immunities for State Officials in the Case of Bashar Al-Assad
Bashar Al-Assad · Paris

Civil Society Statement Ahead of Cour De Cassation Hearing on Immunities for State Officials in the Case of Bashar Al-Assad

100% Left coverage: 1 sources
Statement by Civil Society Organizations on the Upcoming French Cour de Cassation Hearing Regarding Immunities for State Officials On July 4, 2025, the French Cour de cassation will hold a landmark hearing to determine the legality of the arrest warrant issued for former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. This hearing represents a pivotal moment in the global fight against impunity for crimes under international law, including chemical weapons at…See the Story
Freedom of expression eroding in Kyrgyzstan - Civil Rights Defenders
Kyrgyzstan · Kyrgyzstan

Freedom of expression eroding in Kyrgyzstan - Civil Rights Defenders

We are very concerned by developments in Kyrgyzstan that curb freedom of expression and seem designed to encourage self-censorship among journalists, activists and ordinary citizens. These include a draconian draft media law, a restrictive court ruling against an independent journalist, and the potential liquidation of independent broadcaster April TV. Journalistic freedom is under attack in Kyrgyzstan. Last year, the country ranked 120 in Repor…Read Article

Civil Rights Defenders Seeks Four National Legal Experts in Albania and Serbia for Consultancy - Civil Rights Defenders

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Love rules at Sarajevo Pride - Civil Rights Defenders

Earlier this month, Bosnia and Herzegovina celebrated Pride in Sarajevo. Civil Rights Defenders supports LGBTI+ activism in the Western Balkans through logistical assistance, advocacy, and security support for activists and grassroots organisations. The parade on Saturday 14 June was Bosnia and Herzegovina’s sixth Pride. This year’s slogan was ‘Ljubav je zakon’ or ‘Love rules’, which sent a double message: that the law must protect love, but als…Sarajevo · SarajevoRead Article

Emergency Fund support for human rights defenders – 2024 in numbers - Civil Rights Defenders

This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below: Password: The post Protected: Emergency Fund support for human rights defenders – 2024 in numbers appeared first on Civil Rights Defenders.Read Article

No Step Back – Prishtina Pride 2025 - Civil Rights Defenders

Right now, Prishtina Pride is taking place in the heart of the Kosovar capital. Under the powerful slogan “No Step Back,” this year’s Pride is not just a moment, it’s more than a celebration – it’s a movement. A call to action for all who believe in justice, dignity, and equal rights for LGBTI+ people in Kosovo. Now in its ninth year, Pride Week continues to symbolise both resistance and progress. This Saturday, the streets of Prishtina will onc…Kosovo · KosovoRead Article

Report 51 – The testimony of Nils Carstensen and Nils-Arne Kastberg - Civil Rights Defenders

This week’s report covers the testimony of Nils Carstensen and Nils-Arne Kastberg. Nils Carstensen is a journalist from Denmark who was involved with the production of the report “Hiding Between the Streams” by Christian Aid and has extensive knowledge regarding Sudan. Nils Arne-Kastberg is an international expert in human rights and child protection in emergencies and is the former head of UNICEF’S humanitarian section and the Director of the E…Sudan · SudanRead Article

Kyrgyzstan: End renewed crackdown on independent Kloop media platform - Civil Rights Defenders

Civil Rights Defenders and other organisations are deeply alarmed by the renewed crackdown on Kloop, a leading independent Kyrgyzstani media platform known for investigating and reporting on corruption, abuse of power, and human rights violations. In a sweeping security service operation between 28 and 30 May, the authorities arbitrarily detained current and former Kloop staff in a clear attempt to intimidate and stifle the platform’s investigat…Human Rights · BishkekRead Article

Award-Winning Human Rights Group Foro Penal Falsely Accused of Terrorism by Venezuelan Regime - Civil Rights Defenders

100% Left coverage: 1 sources
Alfredo Romero, Foro Penal. Foro Penal, recipient of the Civil Rights Defender of the Year Award 2023, was yesterday arbitrarily and falsely accused of committing ‘terrorist acts’ by the Venezuelan government. Civil Rights Defenders reaffirm our full support to Foro Penal, and calls on the international community to join us in demanding that the Venezuelan government end the stigmatisation of human rights defenders in the country. Civil Rights D…Nicolás Maduro · VenezuelaSee the Story

Camilla Nagler elected to the Board of Civil Rights Defenders - Civil Rights Defenders

Civil Rights Defenders held its Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, 27 May, in Stockholm. The meeting elected Camilla Nagler as a new board member, while Christian Åhlund was thanked for his service. Camilla Nagler Camilla Nagler is a lawyer and has dedicated her career to the publishing industry. For over thirty years, she has worked as a publisher, consistently advocating for authors’ freedom of expression. She has published many authors with …Sweden · SwedenRead Article

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