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June 23, 2021 Commentary

Tough Challenge for German Leadership in Libya Talks

Fighters of Libya's UN-backed Government of National Accord (GNA) during clashes at the Ain Zara frontline, in the southern suburbs of capital Tripoli, with the forces of the Libyan National Army (LNA).
June 23, 2021 Report

Frontex Failing to Protect People at EU Borders

Stronger Safeguards Vital as Border Agency Expands

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June 23, 2021 Dispatches

Discrimination in Tanzania’s Schools Ruining Girls’ Lives

President Suluhu Should Support Education of Pregnant Girls

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June 22, 2021 News Release

Cambodia: Free Environmental Activists

End Persecution of Peaceful Campaigners

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June 22, 2021 Dispatches

Malaysia Should Legally Recognize Transgender People

Gender Recognition Would Help Address Rights Violations

Transgender people in Malaysia face discrimination and abuses by government officials and agents, including public sector medical staff, teachers and local government officials. © 2014 Javad Tizmaghz Photography by Human Rights Watch
June 22, 2021 Dispatches

EU Should Hold Firm against the Kremlin’s 'Flywheel of Repression'

Attacks on Russian Civic Groups, Media, Critics Need EU’s Attention, Action

EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell at a news conference unveiling a report on proposals for the EU stance on Russia. Brussels, Wednesday, June 16, 2021.
June 22, 2021 Dispatches

UN Rights Body Should Create New Role on Human Rights and Climate Change

Addressing Climate Crisis Requires Immediate Action

After years of very little rainfall, the lakebed of Suesca lagoon sits dry and cracked, in Suesca, Colombia, Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021.
June 22, 2021 Dispatches

Spate of Antisemitic Attacks in US During Recent Mideast Tensions

Biden Envoy Should Combat Actual Antisemitism, Not Israeli Criticism

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June 22, 2021 Statement

UN Rights Council needs to address China, Ethiopia, systemic racism and climate change

Item 2: Interactive Dialogue on High Commissioner’s annual report

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June 22, 2021 Dispatches

First Conviction for Dictatorship Crimes in Brazil

Justice Should not Take 50 Years

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June 22, 2021 Dispatches

ILO Slams Kazakhstan for Long-Standing Labor Rights Abuses

Government Urged to Fully Implement Reforms

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June 22, 2021 Statement

Statement on Stockpile Destruction and Mines Retained, Mine Ban Treaty Intersessional Meetings

Delivered by Steve Goose, Executive Director

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June 22, 2021 News Release

Myanmar: Teenager Describes Torture, Mock Burial

Many Tell of Beatings, Ill-Treatment in Detention

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June 22, 2021 News Release

Guatemala: 3 Killings of LGBT People in a Week

Investigate, Bolster Protections for LGBT People

Andrea González
June 22, 2021 News Release

Afghanistan: Children Detained, Tortured for Insurgent Links

Government, UN, Donors Should Ensure Reintegration

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