Warning comes after Ukrainian authorities talk of ‘destroying terrorists’

‘Taking hostages and using them as bargaining chips for political gain is as abhorrent as it is unlawful’

The excessive use of force by Spanish police and plans to strengthen repressive legislation are a damning indictment of the Spanish government’s determination to crush peaceful protest, Amnes

Though World Cup focus has been on construction workers, women domestic workers even more exposed to abuse

Shaikh Hussain al-Najati reportedly given 48 hours to leave country and warned that his family may be harmed if he fails to leave

Date: 21 April 2014 Location: Izmir Magistrates Court No.1, Turkey

Ten years after release, Mordechai Vanunu still banned from travelling or talking to journalists

Millions of lives will improve thanks to the Supreme Court's recognition of transgendered people’s human rights, Amnesty International said today.

The recent early release of three Vietnamese prisoners of conscience is welcome, but at least 70 others remain jailed for peacefully expressing their opinions, Amnesty International said today.