Articles by Human Rights Watch
Iraq: No justice for protester deaths
Government promises to hold perpetrators responsible for the vicious violence against peaceful protesters remain unfulfilled.
Kyrgyzstan: Draft law threatens independent groups
The Kyrgyz government has proposed a draft law that would enable it to restrict citizens’ right to freedom of association and strengthen regulation and control over nongovernmental organisations.
A human rights guide for reporters covering the FIFA World Cup in Qatar
Ahead of the World Cup, Human Rights Watch’s new report summarises Qatar’s human rights problems; it also describes FIFA’s human rights policies and how the global football governing body can more effectively address serious violations in the country.
How Egypt doubled down on fossil fuels by stifling dissent
Authorities effectively prohibit journalists and advocates from working on sensitive environmental issues.
Western Sahara: Long-term prisoners await justice
Morocco violated Convention against Torture in case, UN body ruled.
UK’s rights record in the spotlight at the UN
Rather than strengthening rights, the UK has proposed repealing and replacing the Human Rights Act, and its new home secretary has previously called for withdrawal from the European Convention on Human Rights. There are also deep concerns over the government’s approach to refugees and gender and reproductive rights.
Qatar: Security forces arrest, abuse LGBT people
“Qatari authorities need to end impunity for violence against LGBT people. The world is watching.” – Rasha Younes, LGBT rights researcher at HRW.
Bangladesh: Crackdown on political opposition
Human Rights Watch said that Bangladesh authorities should respect the rule of law and protect political opposition supporters’ right to freedom of association, and peaceful assembly.