Tag: Human rights
Philippine groups hit ‘wrongful conviction’ of IP rights defenders
They described the court ruling as “a clear miscarriage of justice,” adding that they would contest the decision “in all venues possible.”
ICC urged to act on Myanmar atrocities, calls for immediate witness...
"The junta will continue its persecution and abuse until the international community and the ICC act decisively,” said Seng
Rights advocates red-tagged as was Jesus of Nazareth
The clergy and students have abandoned the streets for the creature comforts of the rectory and college dormitories
Catholic bishops in India meet Prime Minister Modi to address Manipur...
The bishops urged Prime Minister Modi to take decisive actions to restore and ensure peace and harmony in the area.
Media groups urge Israel to allow journalist access to Gaza
The letter argued that restrictions on media access place an unreasonable burden on local reporters and contribute to misinformation
Rights groups call on Thailand not to extradite Vietnamese activist
“The authorities must end such actions and instead create a safe haven for activists fleeing persecution from neighboring countries"
Filipino priest urged Church leaders to champion environmental protection with ‘activism...
“Protecting the environment necessitates activism and protest,” the priest said, noting that Pope Francis highlighted activism
China extends crackdown on rights lawyers to Hong Kong
In mainland China, many of the lawyers who were targeted have since had their business licenses revoked, preventing them from earning a living
Concerns rise over missing Vietnamese Christians jailed for religious beliefs
The missing Christians are feared to be at the center of a larger issue of religious persecution in Vietnam
Caritas Malaysia calls for proactive church role in combating climate crisis amid...
According to district officials on July 5, over 2,300 families were affected by the flood that hit at least 16 villages.
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