The issue of human rights abuses in Pakistan, particularly those stemming from blasphemy laws, has sparked a heated debate among international human rights activists and organizations. Many argue that Pakistan's actions are in fundamental contradiction with the Commonwealth's values, which
At the 57th session of the Human Rights Council (HRC57) in Geneva, from September to October 2024, the European Union (EU) played a central role in addressing global human rights concerns. Through active participation, the EU underscored its commitment to various human rights issues, engaging in
Egypt's recently proposed draft Criminal Procedure Code (CPC) has been met with substantial criticism from a coalition of major human rights organizations, including Amnesty International, Dignity, Human Rights Watch, and the International Commission of Jurists. These groups argue that the draft
The recent ruling by a High Court and the tragic case of Natasha Abrahart have underscored a crucial void in the support systems at higher education institutions for disabled students. To address this, the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has issued new guidance aimed at ensuring
The recent statement by Maka Botchorishvili, a member of the Georgian parliamentary majority and Chair of the European Integration Committee, addresses the complex relationship between family values and human rights. Botchorishvili contends that the newly enacted Law on Family Values and Protection
The debate over Iraq’s proposed amendment to the Personal Status Law has sparked intense public outrage and widespread condemnation. This proposed change, if enacted, could legalize child marriage for girls as young as nine, fundamentally altering the legal landscape related to women's rights in
