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NEW: Satellite imagery reviewed by HRW shows that orchards, greenhouses and farmland in northern Gaza have been razed since the beginning of Israel’s ground invasion, compounding concerns of dire food insecurity and loss of livelihood. 1/14 🧵⤵️

NEW: Satellite imagery reviewed by HRW shows that orchards, greenhouses and farmland in northern Gaza have been razed since the beginning of Israel’s ground invasion, compounding concerns of dire food insecurity and loss of livelihood. 1/14 🧵⤵️

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In just 100 days, the Trump administration has inflicted enormous damage to human rights in the United States and around the world. To mark the first 100 days of President Trump's second term, Human Rights Watch has cataloged 100 of the administration’s human rights harms 🧵⤵️

In just 100 days, the Trump administration has inflicted enormous damage to human rights in the United States and around the world. To mark the first 100 days of President Trump's second term, Human Rights Watch has cataloged 100 of the administration’s human rights harms 🧵⤵️

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"Swept" has been nominated for an Emmy in the Outstanding Short Documentary category. The HRW film shows that creating permanent, affordable housing with supportive services for those who need it is the proven way to end houselessness, while destructive sanitation sweeps make it worse.

"Swept" has been nominated for an Emmy in the Outstanding Short Documentary category. The HRW film shows that creating permanent, affordable housing with supportive services for those who need it is the proven way to end houselessness, while destructive sanitation sweeps make it worse.

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On #WorldRefugeeDay, we remember why people are forced to flee. From Sudan to Lebanon to Myanmar, war crimes, persecution, and violence are driving mass displacement. At the same time, governments across the world are restricting access to asylum, expanding detention, and shutting people out. The right to seek asylum is under threat globally. States have a responsibility to uphold it under international law.

On #WorldRefugeeDay, we remember why people are forced to flee. From Sudan to Lebanon to Myanmar, war crimes, persecution, and violence are driving mass displacement. At the same time, governments across the world are restricting access to asylum, expanding detention, and shutting people out. The right to seek asylum is under threat globally. States have a responsibility to uphold it under international law.

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More than one million people across Lebanon are displaced following the Israeli military’s evacuation orders. The Israeli Defense Minister said that hundreds of thousands of Shiite residents of southern Lebanon will not return to their homes until the "safety of [Israel's] northern residents is guaranteed.” Forced displacement is a war crime.

More than one million people across Lebanon are displaced following the Israeli military’s evacuation orders. The Israeli Defense Minister said that hundreds of thousands of Shiite residents of southern Lebanon will not return to their homes until the "safety of [Israel's] northern residents is guaranteed.” Forced displacement is a war crime.

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In the charred remains of Mariupol, a vibrant city once stood. War transformed the city into something unrecognizable. HRW, SITU Research, and Truth Hounds analyzed the civilian suffering and damage following Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

In the charred remains of Mariupol, a vibrant city once stood. War transformed the city into something unrecognizable. HRW, SITU Research, and Truth Hounds analyzed the civilian suffering and damage following Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

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In NE Gaza, north of Beit Hanoun, once-green agricultural land is now brown and desolate. Fields and orchards were first damaged during hostilities following Israel’s ground invasion in late Oct. Bulldozers carved new roads, clearing the way for Israeli military vehicles. 4/14

In NE Gaza, north of Beit Hanoun, once-green agricultural land is now brown and desolate. Fields and orchards were first damaged during hostilities following Israel’s ground invasion in late Oct. Bulldozers carved new roads, clearing the way for Israeli military vehicles. 4/14

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Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's “war on drugs” resulted in the brutal killing of between 12,000 and 30,000 people. In a new episode of HRW's Rights & Wrongs podcast, host Ngofeen Mputubwele speaks with Maria Ressa about Duterte’s bloody legacy. Spotify: Apple:

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's “war on drugs” resulted in the brutal killing of between 12,000 and 30,000 people. In a new episode of HRW's Rights & Wrongs podcast, host Ngofeen Mputubwele speaks with Maria Ressa about Duterte’s bloody legacy. Spotify: Apple:

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NEW: Colombian private military contractors, apparently hired by a United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based company, transited through UAE military bases before being deployed to Sudan to support the abusive Rapid Support Forces (RSF). This is further evidence indicating that the UAE is assisting or otherwise substantially contributing to the Rapid Support Forces’ capacity to commit war crimes. Read HRW’s full investigation. ⤵️

NEW: Colombian private military contractors, apparently hired by a United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based company, transited through UAE military bases before being deployed to Sudan to support the abusive Rapid Support Forces (RSF). This is further evidence indicating that the UAE is assisting or otherwise substantially contributing to the Rapid Support Forces’ capacity to commit war crimes. Read HRW’s full investigation. ⤵️

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Experts say the devastating flash floods in Nepal were likely caused by a glacial collapse in the Himalayas, and that climate change increases the risk of such events. Once again, communities least responsible for climate change bear the brunt of its impacts. Sustained international support is essential as the authorities respond to the catastrophe.

Experts say the devastating flash floods in Nepal were likely caused by a glacial collapse in the Himalayas, and that climate change increases the risk of such events. Once again, communities least responsible for climate change bear the brunt of its impacts. Sustained international support is essential as the authorities respond to the catastrophe.

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In a significant step this week, the UK, France, and Canada announced a trade ban with Israel’s illegal settlements in the West Bank. Other countries and the European Union should follow suit, banning trade that supports Israel’s unlawful occupation, ethnic cleansing and apartheid.

In a significant step this week, the UK, France, and Canada announced a trade ban with Israel’s illegal settlements in the West Bank. Other countries and the European Union should follow suit, banning trade that supports Israel’s unlawful occupation, ethnic cleansing and apartheid.

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Iranian authorities are unlawfully executing protesters and political dissidents on a weekly basis, a relentless attack on the right to life. Between March 18 and the end of August 2026, Iran’s authorities announced the executions of 29 people in connection with recent protests. New from HRW and Abdorrahman Boroumand Center:

Iranian authorities are unlawfully executing protesters and political dissidents on a weekly basis, a relentless attack on the right to life. Between March 18 and the end of August 2026, Iran’s authorities announced the executions of 29 people in connection with recent protests. New from HRW and Abdorrahman Boroumand Center:

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Finding safety and refuge is a "human instinct," says HRW Africa Director Mausi Segun. "If we block all of the legal channels, it’s like water, it will find a way." Mausi Segun speaks to SABC News on migration:

Finding safety and refuge is a "human instinct," says HRW Africa Director Mausi Segun. "If we block all of the legal channels, it’s like water, it will find a way." Mausi Segun speaks to SABC News on migration:

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It's been 37 years since the June 1989 Tiananmen Massacre, when countless peaceful pro-democracy protesters were killed in Beijing. To this day, the Chinese government has failed to accept responsibility for its crimes. Learn more:

It's been 37 years since the June 1989 Tiananmen Massacre, when countless peaceful pro-democracy protesters were killed in Beijing. To this day, the Chinese government has failed to accept responsibility for its crimes. Learn more:

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Five years on, the Taliban's repression continues in #Afghanistan. Women and girls are denied their rights. Critics face persecution. Accountability remains overdue. Renew the UN expert's mandate and urgently operationalize the new accountability mechanism. Learn more⤵️

Five years on, the Taliban's repression continues in #Afghanistan. Women and girls are denied their rights. Critics face persecution. Accountability remains overdue. Renew the UN expert's mandate and urgently operationalize the new accountability mechanism. Learn more⤵️

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US President Donald Trump was just awarded the newly created “FIFA Peace Prize.” But his administration’s appalling human rights record certainly does not display “exceptional actions for peace and unity.” Learn more:

US President Donald Trump was just awarded the newly created “FIFA Peace Prize.” But his administration’s appalling human rights record certainly does not display “exceptional actions for peace and unity.” Learn more:

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Recent use of white phosphorus munitions by Israeli forces in Lebanon underscores the need for regulations. Just how harmful are these weapons? Watch to learn more ⤵️

Recent use of white phosphorus munitions by Israeli forces in Lebanon underscores the need for regulations. Just how harmful are these weapons? Watch to learn more ⤵️

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Egypt's President Sisi suggested that people should accept hunger as the price of development. With an economy in dire crisis, Egypt's rise in hunger has happened while the government prioritizes lavish vanity projects over social spending.

Egypt's President Sisi suggested that people should accept hunger as the price of development. With an economy in dire crisis, Egypt's rise in hunger has happened while the government prioritizes lavish vanity projects over social spending.

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Hong Kong’s High Court has found Chow Hang-tung and Lee Cheuk-yan guilty of "inciting subversion of state power." The truth? They held peaceful vigils for victims of the 1989 Tiananmen Massacre. Each now faces up to 10 years in prison. Chow Hang-tung, Lee Cheuk-yan, and all unjustly imprisoned activists should be freed.

Hong Kong’s High Court has found Chow Hang-tung and Lee Cheuk-yan guilty of "inciting subversion of state power." The truth? They held peaceful vigils for victims of the 1989 Tiananmen Massacre. Each now faces up to 10 years in prison. Chow Hang-tung, Lee Cheuk-yan, and all unjustly imprisoned activists should be freed.

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The Houthis, a Yemeni armed group, have attacked commercial ships with civilian crews in the Red Sea, saying they plan to target all ships heading to Israel “until the aggression against the Gaza Strip stops.” Deliberately attacking civilians is a war crime.

The Houthis, a Yemeni armed group, have attacked commercial ships with civilian crews in the Red Sea, saying they plan to target all ships heading to Israel “until the aggression against the Gaza Strip stops.” Deliberately attacking civilians is a war crime.

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NEW: Women in South Korea face systemic gender discrimination at every stage of their working lives. These adverse impacts accumulate as women get older. In a new report, HRW found that the older women get, the fewer work opportunities they have, and the worse their working conditions become. Learn more:

NEW: Women in South Korea face systemic gender discrimination at every stage of their working lives. These adverse impacts accumulate as women get older. In a new report, HRW found that the older women get, the fewer work opportunities they have, and the worse their working conditions become. Learn more:

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Attacks by settlers in the occupied West Bank are increasingly driving the forced displacement of Palestinian communities, with dozens at risk of erasure. Israeli authorities are arming, funding, and granting impunity to the violent settlers responsible for these escalating deadly abuses. Learn more:

Attacks by settlers in the occupied West Bank are increasingly driving the forced displacement of Palestinian communities, with dozens at risk of erasure. Israeli authorities are arming, funding, and granting impunity to the violent settlers responsible for these escalating deadly abuses. Learn more:

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Jimmy Carter, former US president who was committed to human rights, has died. He was 100 years old. Carter set a powerful example for world leaders to make human rights a priority, and he continued to fight for human rights after he left office.

Jimmy Carter, former US president who was committed to human rights, has died. He was 100 years old. Carter set a powerful example for world leaders to make human rights a priority, and he continued to fight for human rights after he left office.

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On April 22, 2026, Israeli military attacks in Lebanon killed journalist Amal Khalil and severely wounded journalist Zainab Faraj. The evidence indicates that the Israeli military knew or should have known that Khalil and Faraj were civilians, but subsequently targeted them, committing an apparent war crime. Read more:

On April 22, 2026, Israeli military attacks in Lebanon killed journalist Amal Khalil and severely wounded journalist Zainab Faraj. The evidence indicates that the Israeli military knew or should have known that Khalil and Faraj were civilians, but subsequently targeted them, committing an apparent war crime. Read more:

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NEW: Israel's use of white phosphorus in south Lebanon is putting civilians at risk and contributing to displacement. HRW verified the use of white phosphorus munitions by Israeli forces in at least 17 municipalities in south Lebanon since Oct. 2023.

NEW: Israel's use of white phosphorus in south Lebanon is putting civilians at risk and contributing to displacement. HRW verified the use of white phosphorus munitions by Israeli forces in at least 17 municipalities in south Lebanon since Oct. 2023.

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"When double standards are exposed, the motives of the EU are questioned, and its credibility is eroded." @TiranaHassan addresses DROI Committee Press on Israel, Palestine, and international humanitarian law ⤵️

"When double standards are exposed, the motives of the EU are questioned, and its credibility is eroded." @TiranaHassan addresses DROI Committee Press on Israel, Palestine, and international humanitarian law ⤵️

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People with albinism in Malawi are being denied equal access to work because of discrimination, stigma, and fear. On International Albinism Awareness Day, we urge governments to strengthen implementation of disability rights protections and expand inclusive employment. #AlbinismAwarenessDay Watch to learn more:

People with albinism in Malawi are being denied equal access to work because of discrimination, stigma, and fear. On International Albinism Awareness Day, we urge governments to strengthen implementation of disability rights protections and expand inclusive employment. #AlbinismAwarenessDay Watch to learn more:

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Nine years after the Myanmar military killed Rohingya and razed their homes, the Rohingya are still at grave risk. Rohingya have waited too long for justice, safety, and respect for their rights. Learn more:

Nine years after the Myanmar military killed Rohingya and razed their homes, the Rohingya are still at grave risk. Rohingya have waited too long for justice, safety, and respect for their rights. Learn more:

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