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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 News Release

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Guatemala: 3 Killings of LGBT People in a Week

Investigate, Bolster Protections for LGBT People

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Afghanistan: Children Detained, Tortured for Insurgent Links

Government, UN, Donors Should Ensure Reintegration

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June 22, 2021 News Release

Nicaragua: Crackdown on Critics Ahead of Election

United Nations Should Escalate Pressure to Protect Rights, Ensure Free Elections

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June 19, 2021 News Release

Iran: Overseer of Mass Executions Elected President

Further Erosion of Political Rights, Accountability

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Egypt: Commute Death Sentences for Rab’a Protestors

Leading Opposition Figures Convicted in Unfair Mass Trial

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Switzerland and Liberia Should Build on Important Progress

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EU: Use Article 7 Now to Protect European Values

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June 17, 2021 News Release

Ghana: Drop Charges Against LGBT Rights Defenders

Surge in State-Sponsored Harassment

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June 17, 2021 News Release

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June 16, 2021 News Release

EU: Protect Lives on Central Mediterranean Route

20-Point Action Plan to Protect People at Sea and on the Move

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June 16, 2021 News Release

Africa: Prioritize Education to Safeguard Children’s Rights

Guarantee Free Education for All; Tackle Abuses

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Armenia: Malicious Prosecution of Activist

Drop Charges Against Rights Defender Sashik Sultanyan

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