The UN Special Rapporteur for health rights on Wednesday urged Chile to modify its constitution to comply with international human rights standards by ensuring universal health rights, arguing that constitutional changes are essential to guarantee fair access to healthcare, including safe abortion and mental health services. The right to health is essential for human dignity [...]

The UN Commission of Inquiry on Syria made urgent appeals on Tuesday for all parties in the Syrian conflict to comply fully with international humanitarian law and safeguard civilians in light of a notable increase in hostilities. The Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Syrian Arab Republic has voiced significant alarm regarding the escalating [...]

Amnesty International urged Saudi Arabia on Thursday to release individuals who have been detained “solely for exercising their right to freedom of expression online.” Amnesty International stated that the releases must occur before the United Nations Internet Governance Forum (IGF), which Saudi Arabia will host from December 15 to 19. The rights group said Saudi [...]

The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) published a report on Tuesday highlighting the worsening condition of press freedom in Afghanistan, with journalists encountering increasing limitations, arbitrary detentions, and a widespread atmosphere of fear and self-censorship, since the Taliban seized power in August 2021. Under Taliban control, Afghan journalists face numerous dangers, such as [...]

The Speaker of the US House of Representatives, Mike Johnson, restricted the use of gendered bathrooms in the House to biological members of each sex on Wednesday. The measure has triggered anger among legislators and advocates and has once again brought the issues of transgender rights and their inclusion in society to the agenda of [...]

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled Monday that mail-in ballots with missing or incorrect dates will not be counted in the 2024 general election. The Pennsylvania high court held that mail-in ballots must contain a date, emphasizing the need to follow instructions in the interest of ensuring fairness in the electoral process. The court instructed all [...]

Israel’s forced displacement of civilians in Gaza could constitute a war crime, according to a report released Thursday by Human Rights Watch (HRW). The report alleges that Israel’s military operations have left nearly the entire population of Gaza displaced, with evacuation orders issued under conditions that prevent safe passage and access to essential resources amid [...]