Articles by Human Rights Watch
EU foot-dragging puts rule of law at risk in Hungary, Poland
EU must clearly and consistently stress that there will be political consequences for member states that put rule of law and human rights at risk.
Family planning scholar arrested on vague accusations in Iran
Two academics with ties to Australian universities are among those arrested or required to go to a police station to face questioning in Iran during a weeks-long crackdown.
Report: Detained women activists in Saudi Arabia tortured
“While the world is seeking answers to the savage murder of Jamal Khashoggi, the fate of women and human rights activists in Saudi prisons continues to hang in the balance.”
Heavy jail sentences for 53 Hirak activists in Morocco despite allegations of torture
“The appeals court needs to examine and discard any tainted confessions and ensure that no one is convicted except for real crimes,” said Human Rights Watch.
Ukraine: Rights should not be restricted under new martial law
On 27 November, Ukrainian lawmakers voted to impose martial law in ten regions that border Russia; under this special measure, the government has the power to restrict numerous basic rights including the rights to free expression and assembly.
Iran mounts crackdown on teachers and labour activists
Iranian authorities have increased the targeting of teachers and labor activists in recent weeks for organizing and conducting peaceful protests.
Egyptian government conducts mass arrest campaign against human rights workers, lawyers and activists
Many of those arrested were people who provided humanitarian and legal support to families of political detainees.
ECtHR finds arrests of opposition leader Alexei Navalny to be politically-motivated
Opposition leader Alexei Navalny is one of thousands arrested in recent years for taking part in, or organising, peaceful public protests.