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Press releases in 2014

Israel / OPT: Killing of worshippers at synagogue an 'abhorrent attack'

Armed men who attacked worshippers at a synagogue in West Jerusalem killing four Israelis and injuring eight this morning have displayed an utter contempt for fundamental principles of humanity, sa

New report exposes 'sinister' side to UAE's glitzy image
China: Subversion charge for supporter of Hong Kong protest 'extremely alarming development'

The Chinese authorities appear to have intensified the crackdown against mainland activists for peacefully supporting the Hong Kong protests, Amnesty International said, following reports one faces

India: 'major victory' for Bhopal survivors as government promises extra compensation
Northern Ireland: “Seize opportunity to deal with the past”
USA's recognition that UN torture convention applies at Guantánamo welcomed
Pussy Riot reception: first visit to UK from Nadezhda Tolokonnikova and Maria Alekhina on Friday
Media Awards: Amnesty announces its 2014 winners

More than 300 UK journalists pay tribute to imprisoned Al Jazeera trio

Amnesty Media Awards: Daily record journalist wins prestigious prize

More than 300 UK journalists pay tribute to imprisoned Al Jazeera trio BBC’s Mike Thomson scoops his record-breaking fourth Amnesty Radio Award

Qatar's response to migrant worker abuses 'woefully inadequate' - new briefing

‘Urgent action is needed to ensure we do not end up with a World Cup tournament that is built on forced labour and exploitation’ - Sherif Elsayed-Ali