The Latest Breaking News from Human Rights

Venezuelan activist detained over alleged plot to assassinate President Maduro, raising concerns about political dissent and human rights in the country.

Peru has defended its decision before a human rights court to free ex-president Alberto Fujimori from prison after he only served part of a 25-year sentence for crimes against humanity.

Allegations of abuse and mistreatment by Gaza detainees in Israeli prisons spark calls for investigation and accountability, raising human rights concerns.

Dissidents come to Canada to escape harm. But even in exile, many still fear for their lives

NEW DELHI: Friba Rezayee, Afghanistan's pioneering female judoka and the country's first woman to compete in the Olympics, has launched a campaign urging the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to exclude Afghanistan from the upcoming Paris Games due to the Taliban's human rights violations.

A civil lawsuit in Tokyo alleges racial profiling by Japanese police, sparking debate on discrimination and human rights violations.

Authorities continuing ‘intimidation’ including separating children from their parents, despite pledge to end collective punishment

What is the backdrop to the Supreme Court ruling that citizens have a right against the adverse effects of climate change? Why has a link been drawn between climate change and human rights? Is this happening in litigation in other countries too?

US Assistant Secretary of State's visit to China to address trade, security, and human rights issues amidst escalating tensions. Discussions crucial for gl...