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A round-up of human rights stories from around the world.
Hong Kong: China condemns defiant opposition lawmakers
The Chinese government has condemned the mass resignation of most of Hong Kong’s opposition from parliament as an “open challenge” to its authority.
The burning scar: Inside the destruction of Asia’s last rainforests
Exclusive: A forensic investigation finds evidence of deliberate burning in Papua’s palm oil plantations.
European Investment Bank accused of failure to properly assess impacts of supported projects in Africa and Asia
Japan eyes US-style law to sanction Uighur human rights abuses - Nikkei Asia
TOKYO — As China faces growing criticism for its treatment of Uighur Muslims, Japan has begun weighing a legal foundation for sanctions like those im
Will Biden Say Howdy Modi? - WSJ
He’ll probably be tougher than Trump on Indian human-rights problems.
EU launches LGBT rights plan to counter rising homophobia in eastern member states
The European Union’s executive Commission launched its first strategy to protect the rights of LGBT people on Thursday, a challenge to right-wing governments in Poland and Hungary that have become in…
German joins lawsuits against Syrian torture regime in legal first - InfoMigrants
As part of a larger case involving Syrians, a German citizen is also suing Bashar Assad’s security apparatus. Martin Lautwein says he witnessed abuse and killings of other inmates during his 48 days detained in Damascus.
Nagorno-Karabakh Briefing | Nov. 12 - The Moscow Times
Ceasefire holds. Peacekeepers deployed. Armenia detains opposition figures.
Tanzania: Magufuli denounces UN human rights report, Tundu Lissu flees the country
Tanzania’s Tundu Lissu flees the country, while Magufuli denounces UN report of human rights violations since general polls.
In Brazil, Women Candidates Find Strength in Numbers - Yes! Magazine
Brazilian women are breaking into politics by joining together in collective candidacies, which allow politicians to build stronger coalitions and push for progressive change.
UK report calls out Saudi Arabia over women’s rights abuses
UK legislator Baroness Helena Kennedy demands world leaders shun G20 meeting in Riyadh over jailed women activists.
Human rights groups warn over potential arms deal between US and UAE | The Independent
The deal could involve the sale of as many as 50 fighter jets
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