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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Turkey: Enforced Disappearances, Torture
Investigate Disappearances; End Threats to Detainee and His Family
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Yemen: Saudi Forces Torture, ‘Disappear’ Yemenis
At Least 5 Detainees from al-Mahrah Illegally Transferred to Saudi Arabia
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Turkey: Enforced Disappearances, Torture
Investigate Disappearances; End Threats to Detainee and His Family
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Uzbekistan: UN Cites Concerns on Torture, Freedoms
Government Needs to Turn Reform Pledges into Action
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Afghanistan: Prosecute Head of ISIS-linked Group
Ensure Due Process, Victim Role in War Crimes Trial
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Yemen: Saudi Forces Torture, ‘Disappear’ Yemenis
At Least 5 Detainees from al-Mahrah Illegally Transferred to Saudi Arabia
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Saudi Arabia: New Mass Corruption Arrests
Previous Campaign Marred by Lack of Due Process, Torture Allegations
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Letter to Shinzo Abe, Prime Minister of Japan
Joint Open Letter on Japan’s Recent Disengagement in Addressing Human Rights Abuses in North Korea
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Uzbekistan: Torture Widespread, Routine
UN Expert Body Says Judges Should Query All Defendants if Tortured
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South Korea Deports Two From North to Likely Abuse
Rapid Return Disregards International Prohibition Against Torture
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