Gulf Centre for Human Rights (GCHR)

Articles by Gulf Centre for Human Rights (GCHR)

Attacked from all directions: Media workers under fire in Lebanon’s war

Since the war began, Israel has targeted, threatened, and bombed journalists in Lebanon, killing and injuring dozens, says a new report by GCHR.

GCHR salutes the Syrian people on the dawn of freedom

As Syria enters a new era, GCHR calls on the new government to uphold civil liberties for all citizens, and pursue transitional justice.

Oman’s new media law undermines freedom of expression

The oppressive law grants authorities unprecedented control over the media, threatening independent journalism and increasing self-censorship.

Tragedy strikes as activist Kianoosh Sanjari takes his life in protest

“No one should be imprisoned for expressing their opinions. Protest is the right of every Iranian citizen,” the activist wrote in his final message.

Concerns mount over flawed Saudi Arabia World Cup 2034 human rights assessment

A global law firm’s problematic review of Saudi Arabia’s World Cup bid ignores a dire human rights record.

Syria: Two journalists released after arbitrary detention amid ongoing crackdown

The detention of journalists Bakr Qassem and Karam Kulliyeh raises concerns over increasing repression of press freedom in Northern Syria.

Prominent human rights defenders remain in prison after several royal pardons

The failure to release significant human rights defenders highlights the ongoing risks to civil society and the need for comprehensive legal reforms.

Kuwait: Significant restrictions on the right to freely form and join independent associations

The latest measures raise alarms about the erosion of civil liberties and the stifling of dissenting voices.