Human Rights
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After a Year of Privation With the Taliban’s Return, the People of Afghanistan Deserve Better from the US and the World
Tactical, short-sighted measures are not sufficient to prevent further worsening of conditions. A new approach is needed to meet the moment.
Biden’s Weak Stand in Saudi Arabia Could Kick MBS’ Repression Machine Into Overdrive – But It’s Not Too Late to Act
The US could still change course to salvage the relationship, advance mutual interests, and expand overlapping values.
Myanmar Junta’s Execution of Activists Casts Harsh Light on Lack of U.S. Sanctions on Oil and Gas
The world awoke on July 25th to news that Myanmar’s military junta had executed four democracy activists following a sham judicial process, the first death sentences carried…
Retrenchment of the Federal Right to Abortion: How Dobbs Threatens National Security
The Dobbs decision has broad national security implications, increasing the risk of political violence and damaging US standing in the world.
Next Steps on the Road to Accountability and Security for Rohingya Refugees
The path forward for Rohingya refugees is complicated, but not impossible. A community leader outlines what's needed: humanitarian aid, international justice, and resettlement…
Overlooking Injustice: A Troubling Formalistic Turn at the UN Human Rights Committee
The Committee has recently dismissed complaints for technical reasons and enforced time limits more strictly - calling into question its role as a last avenue for justice.
Commemorating the Srebrenica Genocide: A Warning for Humankind
A Holocaust scholar calls for an annual global observance to honor victims and survivors and to counter repeated denials of the atrocities.
Colombia’s Presidential Transition Will Test the Region’s Left and US-Latin America Relations
The election of ex-rebel Gustavo Petro and black feminist human rights activist Francia Márquez signals potentially dramatic change.
Faltering Investigations into Deaths and Torture in Kazakhstan Leave Accountability in Doubt
A recent visit shows government inaction on justice after violent crackdown on January protests over energy prices.
Answering the Supreme Court’s Call for Guidance on the Alien Tort Statute
Proposed Alien Tort Statute Clarification Act would clarify Congress's intent on extraterritorial jurisdiction over violations of laws of nations.
Transitional Justice in Ukraine: Guidance to Policymakers
A successful mechanism must involve civil society and include the impact of Russia’s armed conflict preceding this year’s full invasion.
Перехідне правосуддя в Україні: рекомендації для полісімейкерів
Будь-яка успішна система перехідного правосуддя для України повинна враховувати той вплив збройного…