Peru

Peru: Investigate Threats Against Rights Defender

Human Rights Watch — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 13:56:06 -0700

(Washington, DC) - Peruvian law enforcement authorities should take immediate action to investigate threats against the former president of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, Dr. Salomón Lerner Febres, and ensure his safety, Human Rights Watch said today.

Peru: Radio Closure Could Undermine Press Freedom

Human Rights Watch — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 07:30:23 -0700

Peru: Investigate Violence in Bagua

Human Rights Watch — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 11:52:39 -0700

Ms. Gladys Margot Echaíz Ramos
Attorney General of Perú
Ministerio Público-Fiscalía De La Nación
Av. Abancay Cdra 5
Lima

Dear Ms. Echaíz,

Our Own Strongman

MARIA McFARLAND SÁNCHEZ-MORENO — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 11:33:36 -0700

Standing in the packed courtroom annex as a Supreme Court panel this week sentenced the former Peruvian president Alberto Fujimori to 25 years in prison for two massacres and two kidnappings, I had mixed emotions. As a human rights advocate who has pressed for Mr. Fujimori to be tried, I rejoiced in this once unthinkable moment.

Peru: Fujimori Verdict a Rights Victory

Human Rights Watch — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:34:58 -0700

(Lima) - Today's conviction of Alberto Fujimori, former president of Peru, is a major advance for human rights accountability in the region and beyond, Human Rights Watch said today.

A three-judge panel of the Peruvian Supreme Court found Fujimori guilty on charges involving serious human rights violations.

Peru: Fujimori Ruling Expected Soon

Human Rights Watch — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 08:27:15 -0800

The trial of former President Alberto Fujimori of Peru for human rights abuses has been conducted in a fair and thorough manner, Human Rights Watch said today. Human Rights Watch released an eight-page question-and-answer document concerning the case and applicable international standards.

Q & A: Trial of Former President Alberto Fujimori of Peru

Human Rights Watch — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 14:51:43 -0800

What are the charges against Former President Alberto Fujimori of Peru?

Peru

Human Rights Watch — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 11:59:00 -0800

Justice for past abuses continues to be a leading human rights concern in Peru. For the first time in its history, the country is currently trying a former president for grave human rights violations.

Peru: At-Risk Women Denied Legal Abortions

Human Rights Watch — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 17:00:00 -0700

(Lima) - The Peruvian government's deliberate refusal to streamline procedures and approve guidelines for legal abortion is endangering the lives and health of women and girls who are often forced to use unsafe solutions for risky pregnancies, Human Rights Watch said in a new report released today.

My Rights, and My Right to Know

Human Rights Watch — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 17:00:00 -0700

My Rights, and My Right to Know

Lack of Access to Therapeutic Abortion in Peru

I. Summary and Key Recommendations

II. Methodology