Tag: Human rights
Rights group decries arrest of Myanmar refugees seeking healthcare in Thailand
In its new investigation, the group revealed cases of “arbitrary arrest extortion of Myanmar refugees” who are seeking medical attention
Thai FM travels to Qatar, Egypt for Hamas hostage talks
More than 230 hostages are being held by Hamas in Gaza, according to the latest Israeli figures -- 22 of them Thai nationals
Vatican renews calls for a two-State solution amidst conflict in Holy...
The prelate stressed that criminal responsibility for terrorist acts cannot be attributed to an entire nation or people
Farmers challenge Philippines’ Marcos to fast-track land distribution
“It is really frustrating. We have long been waiting for the process to be completed. How many more years do we have to wait?”
Filipino prelate backs ICC probe versus Duterte
Archbishop Socrates Villegas of Lingayen-Dagupan said the country “should not hesitate” to let ICC officials investigate
Gaza parish priest appeals for creation of humanitarian corridors for civilians
The priest expressed hopes that his recorded message would reach the Israeli authorities and other governments in the region
Indian prelate calls for ‘Day of Prayer and Fasting for Peace’
Cardinal Ferrao's letter highlights the pivotal role that prayer and penance can play in the world's quest for peace
Patriarch Pizzaballa calls for opening of humanitarian corridors in Gaza
At least 5,791 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza, while more than 1,400 people were killed in Israel
Climate activists protest against fossil gas promotion in Asia
The demonstrators criticized Aboitiz and JERA for their ongoing promotion of fossil gas in the Asian region.
At least 56 women killed in junta attacks in three months
At least 11 massacres – defined as the killing of 10 or more civilians at once – took place between May and the end of August
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