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August 26, 2024 Witness

A Palestinian Paramedic’s Ordeal in Israeli Detention

Walid Khalili, sheltering alone in a tent in al-Mawasi, Khan Younis, unable to reach his wife and three boys who are in northern Gaza. The photo was taken on June 18, 2024, about four months following his release from Israeli detention.
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A Rights-Based Global Response to Mpox Emergency in Africa

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Britain Needs to End its Two-Tier Approach to Protection of Civilians in Gaza and Ukraine

To end civilian suffering in Ukraine and Gaza, the UK must quit its double standards and apply international humanitarian law equally

August 23, 2024 Statement

Children's Rights to Access to Justice and Effective Remedies

Submission to the United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child

August 22, 2024 News Release

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Escalating Fighting Amid 7 Years of Desperation

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August 22, 2024 News Release

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Uphold Rights to Free Expression, Opinion; Don’t Abuse Martial Law

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Australian Children Facing ‘Egregious’ Violations in Justice System

Children’s Commissioner Report Calls for Nationally Coordinated Reform

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Address Serious Shortcomings; Robust Implementation is Key

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Georgia: Violent Attacks on Government Critics

Investigations Falter, Accountability Needed

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Tunisia: Prospective Presidential Candidates Barred

Potential Contenders Excluded, Convicted, Imprisoned

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