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New Israeli Guidelines Threaten to Eliminate Humanitarian Action in the Occupied Palestinian Territory Almost Entirely
A revised registration process for international NGOs aiding Palestinians creates a chilling effect against criticism and accountability.
The Dangerous Sweep of Trump’s Plan to Designate Cartels as Terrorist Organizations
Bringing foreign cartels under the umbrella of terrorism may seem appealing, but it is unnecessary and dangerous.
Stop-Work Order on US Foreign Aid Puts China First and America Last
President Trump and Secretary of State Rubio's 90-day halt endangers health, economic and other programs, leaving gaps for China to fill.
The US State Department Should Prioritize the Human Rights Reporting Gateway
The Human Rights Reporting Gateway can help the State Department enforce the Leahy law by providing key information from NGOs and victims.
The Next Step for USAID’s New Digital Policy: Account for Conflict Risks and Include Peacebuilding
These elements are vital to ensuring that the agency's aid programs related to digital technology address drivers of violent conflict and fragility, and mitigate risks.
Justice for Trans-border Torture Requires Rethinking the International Criminal Court’s Jurisdiction in the Israel-Palestine Conflict
Recognizing the transnational nature of these alleged crimes, the ICC could potentially bridge the artificial divide between Gaza and Israel.
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Clowns, Reverse Boycotts, and Involuntary Walkathons: How Communities are Making Political Violence Backfire
Across the US, community action is raising the costs of political violence while strengthening pro-democracy norms and behaviors.
What Can Repair Look Like Through a Syrian Victims’ Fund?
A Syrian Victims' Fund should take into account survivor voices and needs, as well as helping Syrian victims around the world.
As EU and Local Elections Approach, Hungary’s Civil Society Braces for Renewed Government Assault
Human rights activists see Orban escalating repression of independent organizations and media, and they call on the US Congress to help.
On Georgia’s `Russian Law,’ Amendments Are a Trap: The West Should Just Say No
The best way for the US and EU to support citizens opposing the repressive legislation is to refuse to accept its legitimacy in any way.
How the Georgian Government, Once a US Ally, Became an Adversary, Against the Wishes of Its Protesting Citizens
Western leaders will have to respond quickly to deter the ruling Georgian Dream party from further repression against its opposition.
Rethinking Risk: Reducing Harm to Nonprofits in the Push to Counter Terrorism Financing
After years of detrimental side effects from the Financial Action Task Force's power, a course correction is overdue.
Beyond Alleged Assassination Plots, India’s Modi is Silencing US Critics Digitally Too
The Biden administration must remind the Indian government that a true democracy must respect the fundamental right to dissent.
The US Can — and Must — Counter Russian Influence Undermining Kyrgyzstan’s Democratic Progress
The latest sign of backsliding is a draft "foreign agents" law modeled after one that gutted civil society in Russia.
Poland’s New Government Will Face Hurdles to Restore Rule of Law and Judicial Independence
In addition to reversing the previous ruling party's damage, changes should reinforce the longevity of vital institutions going forward.
Ethiopia’s Conflict Is Spreading, But UN Human Rights Council May End Expert Investigation Anyway
EU presses to let mandate end despite commission finding that “past and current abuses in these four regions demand further investigation.”
Why a Group of Jews Came to Mourn the Victims of the Srebrenica Genocide
Seeking to ensure all such horrors – Auschwitz, Srebrenica, Bergen-Belsen, Kigali, Bucha – are integrated into the world’s consciousness.
Treasury is Taking a More Proactive Approach to Bank De-risking
Following years of passivity, Treasury’s 2023 De-risking Strategy takes a turn in the right direction.