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August 31, 2021 Dispatches

Justice for Murder of Chechen Rights Defender Remains Elusive

Hollow Investigation Means State Evades Accountability

Natalia Estemoriva in Chechnya, 2007.
August 31, 2021 Dispatches

US Court Ruling Furthers South Dakota Tribe’s Right to Health

Tribal Treaty Requires US Government to Provide Competent Care

The U.S. Senate Committee on Indian Affairs host a field hearing in Rapid City, South Dakota, on June 17, 2016, to discuss proposed legislation aimed at fixing shortcomings at the network of hospitals run by the Indian Health Service.
August 31, 2021 Dispatches

No End to Chechnya’s Violent Anti-Gay Campaign

Kidnapping, Interrogation Exposes Brutal Intent

Campaigners protest for LGBT rights in Chechnya outside the Russian embassy in London, Britain on June 2, 2017.
August 30, 2021 Dispatches

Russia Jails Comedian, Then Expels Him

Idrak Mirzalizade Banned from Russia Over a Joke

Idrak Mirzalizade Comedian Performing Stand-up
August 30, 2021 Dispatches

Philippines Adopts ‘Drug War’ Measures Against Activists

‘Knock and Plead’ Strategy Puts Lives at Grave Risk

A woman carries a slogan condemning government attacks on activists at a rally to mark International Women's Day, Manila, Philippines on March 8, 2021.
August 30, 2021 Dispatches

Belarusian Authorities “Liquidate” Leading Media Freedom Organization

Belarusian Association of Journalists Continues its Work despite the Crackdown

 The door of the Belarusian Association of Journalists main office in Minsk, Belarus on June 2021
August 30, 2021 Dispatches

The Killing Doesn’t Stop During South Africa’s Women’s Month

“Here's to strong women. May we know them. May we be them. May we raise them”

A memorial sign surrounded with ribbons and flowers
August 27, 2021 Dispatches

‘The Taliban Are Looking for Me’

Many Unable to Flee Afghanistan Face Grave Risks

Two men hold guns while riding in the back of a truck through a city street
August 26, 2021 Dispatches

Attack at Kabul Airport Ends Civilian Evacuation

International Community Needs to Increase Efforts to Help Afghans at Risk

Smoke rises from an explosion outside the airport in Kabul, Afghanistan on August 26, 2021.
August 26, 2021 Dispatches

Inclusive Education is at Risk in Brazil

Repeal New Segregated Education Policy for People with Disabilities

A young girl who does not attend school, living in an institution in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on November 6, 2016.
August 26, 2021 Dispatches

Tanzanian President’s Remarks Denigrate Women Footballers

Policing Sportswomen’s Bodies Undermines Rights of Women and Girls

Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan speaks during a tour of the Tanga region of Tanzania on March 16, 2021. 
August 26, 2021 Dispatches

Leaked Videos Show Abuses Behind Bars in Iran’s Prisons

Authorities Should End Mistreatment of Prisoners, Allow Investigations

In this undated frame grab taken from video shared with The Associated Press by a self-identified hacker group called "The Justice of Ali," a guard hits a prisoner, at Evin prison in Tehran, Iran. 
August 25, 2021 Dispatches

Families of Sri Lanka’s Forcibly Disappeared Denied Justice

Campaign of Intimidation, Blocking Legal Remedies

A group of women holding black-and-white photos of men
August 25, 2021 Dispatches

Persecution of Critics Needs to End In Russia-Occupied Crimea

Jailed Journalist’s Health Deteriorates After Alleged Torture in Custody

A man holds a placard that says "Journalism is Not a Crime" and "#FreeYesypenko"
August 24, 2021 Dispatches

Evacuate At-Risk Afghans

August 31 Departure Leaves Many Fearing Persecution Behind

People inside an aircraft line up to disembark

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