Peace and Justice
Human Rights Watch believes justice matters for peace, and ignoring atrocities reinforces a culture of impunity that encourages future abuses. Human Rights Watch’s research over the past 30 years in many different countries has demonstrated that the impact of justice is too often undervalued when weighing objectives in resolving a conflict and achieving lasting peace. Remaining firm on justice can yield short and long-term benefits, while a decision to forego accountability may prove costly in terms of lives and long-term stability.
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Americas
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Iraq/KRG: 1,400 Women, Children From ISIS Areas Detained
Investigate Killings, Abductions of Foreign Men
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Implicating Humala
Evidence of Atrocities and Cover-Up of Abuses Committed during Peru’s Armed Conflict
News
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Cambodia: Solve Thai Activist’s ‘Disappearance’
One Year Anniversary of Wanchalearm Satsaksit’s Abduction
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Indonesia: Drop Charges, Release Peaceful Papuan Activist
Ensure Counterinsurgency Operations Are Not Abusive
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Sri Lanka: Landmark UN Resolution Promotes Justice
Concerns of Government Retaliation Against Rights Advocates
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Atlanta Shootings Strike Fear into Asian American Community
Hate Incidents on the Rise in the US Amid Covid-19 Pandemic
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Nepal: Human Rights Commission’s Integrity in Jeopardy
Lack of Transparency in Appointments Undermine Effectiveness, Public Confidence
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Myanmar: Arrests Mount as Protests Expand
Hundreds Detained Include Officials, Civil Servants, Doctors
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Anti-Asian Violence in US Demands Response
Federal and Local Governments Should Invest in Community Safety
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UN: Grave Allegations Involving Visiting Bangladesh Army Chief
Documentary Alleges Links Between General Aziz and Security Force Abuses
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