The Latest Breaking News from Human Rights

Influx of injuries may suggest deliberate targeting by Israel’s army, which human rights groups say is unlawful

Statement at UN human rights council voices ‘disappointment’ after host country refuses to change restrictive laws

US lawmakers are demanding probe into allegations that Egypt was involved in bribery scheme with Senator Bob Menendez.

U.S. State Dept. reiterates support for media after arrests of NewsClick journalists. Can't comment on veracity of claims of Chinese gov't ties. Discussed importance of respecting human rights of journalists, including freedom of expression. Supports media's role in free democracy.

Suella Braverman warned the future ‘could bring millions more migrants to these shores’

In late September, American rap legend MC Hammer made a spectacular intervention into Australia’s upcoming referendum to establish a Voice to Parliament for First Nations people. In a tweet, he urged Australians to “repair the breach”.

Suella Braverman warned that he future ‘could bring millions more migrants to these shores’ unless the Tories won the next election.

Home secretary uses populist speech at Tory conference to attack Human Rights Act and ‘luxury beliefs’ of liberal-leaning voters

Telangana HC directs govt to apprise it of date for appointing TSHRC chairperson/members. PIL filed by advocate over 10-month delay. Govt sought 4 weeks to explain progress, petitioner opposed. HC noted possibility of human rights violation & granted 2 weeks to apprise progress.