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February 22, 2022 News Release

Philippines: Candidates Should Pledge to Free Jailed Senator

Duterte Critic Leila de Lima Marks 5 Years in Wrongful Detention

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February 22, 2022 News Release

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February 21, 2022 News Release

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February 21, 2022 News Release

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Drop Fabricated Charges Against Activists, Peaceful Protesters

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February 21, 2022 News Release

Europe: Ban Trade with Illegal Settlements

Trade with Settlements in Occupied Territories Contributes to Rights Abuses

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February 21, 2022 News Release

Algeria: 3 Years On, Repression on Protest Tightens

Free All Imprisoned for Peaceful Expression

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February 18, 2022 News Release

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Attacks Intensify Against Government-Controlled Areas in East

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February 18, 2022 News Release

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February 17, 2022 News Release

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End Arbitrary Restrictions on Dissidents Across the Country

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February 16, 2022 News Release

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Provide Medical Care, Investigate Torture Claims

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February 15, 2022 News Release

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