Crisis and Conflict
Some of the most acute and pervasive human rights abuses take place in times of crisis and conflict. The Crisis and Conflict division documents, exposes and advocates to end violations of human rights and the laws of war during armed conflicts, humanitarian disasters, and severe social or political unrest. The team also works on issues such as climate change and forced migration that can drive conflict. We investigate how measures that countries deploy in the name of security – such as overbroad counterterrorism laws and mass surveillance technologies – can undermine human rights. The team deploys quickly to influence decision-makers through investigative reports, strategic communications and goal-oriented advocacy. We bring attention to under-reported crises, highlight the plight of marginalized people, advance rights-respecting legal norms, and press for justice to protect and promote human rights.
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Myanmar: Coup Leads to Crimes Against Humanity
6 Months After Takeover, Urgent Need for Targeted Sanctions, Arms Ban
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Gaza: Apparent War Crimes During May Fighting
Israeli, Palestinian Violations Show Need for International Criminal Court Inquiry
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Critics Under Attack
Harassment and Detention of Opponents, Rights Defenders and Journalists Ahead of Elections in Nicaragua
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Attack at Kabul Airport Ends Civilian Evacuation
International Community Needs to Increase Efforts to Help Afghans at Risk
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Afghanistan: Advancing Taliban Execute Detainees
Police, Civil Servants Detained Incommunicado in Ghazni, Malistan, Kandahar
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Myanmar: Coup Leads to Crimes Against Humanity
6 Months After Takeover, Urgent Need for Targeted Sanctions, Arms Ban
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India: Release Detained Myanmar Asylum Seekers
Ensure Prompt Access to UN Refugee Agency for Protection
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Gaza: Apparent War Crimes During May Fighting
Israeli, Palestinian Violations Show Need for International Criminal Court Inquiry
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Japan: Stop Real Estate Project in Myanmar
Commercial Dealings with Abusive Military Undermines Rights
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UN Should Investigate Deadly Attacks on Afghan Civilians
Twenty Rights Groups Call for Justice and Accountability
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