Press Releases

World leaders must take concrete action to end sexual and gender-based violence in conflict during a landmark summit this week, hosted by UNHCR Special Envoy Angelina Jolie and UK Foreign Minister

The repression of peaceful protest and the use of abusive force by police continues unabated one year after the Gezi Park protests

82% believe Fifa has a human rights responsibility Amnesty International spokesperson available on request

A key meeting of Fifa executives tomorrow offers a ‘unique opportunity’ to ensure that a country’s human rights record is taken into account when awarding the World Cup, Amnesty I

‘The attacks appear aimed at terrorising and forcibly displacing the community living in the area’ - Philip Luther

‘Putting such equipment in the hands of unaccountable security forces is a recipe for abuse’ - Hassiba Hadj Sahraoui

‘Revelations underscore the need for a comprehensive means of dealing with our troubled past’ - Patrick Corrigan

Protesters taking to the streets across Brazil during the World Cup risk facing indiscriminate police and military violence as the country steps up efforts to control demonstrations, Amnesty Intern

“When governments like the UK fail to speak out publicly, it fuels a sense that China can get away with murder.” - Kate Allen