Ukraine: Executions, Torture During Russian Occupation
Apparent War Crimes in Kyiv, Chernihiv Regions
Torture
The prohibition against torture is a bedrock principle of international law. Torture, as well as cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment, is banned at all times, in all places, including in times of war. No national emergency, however dire, ever justifies its use. No one may ever be returned to a place where they would face torture. Many countries and armed groups nonetheless have engaged in torture. Human Rights Watch documents the use of torture all over the world. We are committed to pressing government authorities to act to prevent torture, as well as bringing those who engage in torture to justice. We also work to ensure that victims of torture obtain redress, including an enforceable right to fair and adequate compensation, and full rehabilitation.
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“No Forgiveness for People Like You”
Executions and Enforced Disappearances in Afghanistan under the Taliban
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Ukraine: Executions, Torture During Russian Occupation
Apparent War Crimes in Kyiv, Chernihiv Regions
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Egypt: Release Autopsy Report, Investigate Suspicious Death
Economist Died in Custody After Enforced Disappearance
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Submission to the Committee Against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman, or Degrading Punishment Ahead of the Review of the Republic of Iraq
73rd Session: March 2022
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Universal Periodic Review Submission on Tunisia
Fourth Cycle of the Universal Periodic Review, 41st Session
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Bangladesh: Indigenous Activist Dies in Military Custody
Need for Transparent, Independent Inquiry into Abuses in Chittagong Hill Tracts
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Saudi Arabia: Alleged Child Offender Again Sentenced to Death
Supreme Court Overturned First Conviction; New Sentence Violates Promises
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Parliament to Consider New Anti-Torture Legislation
Robust Changes Urgently Needed After Revelations of Wide-Scale Torture
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Uganda: Ensure Justice for Detained, Tortured Author
Investigate Ill-Treatment Allegations; Drop Charges
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