The Chinese authorities must end their ruthless assault against human rights lawyers and activists, Amnesty International said on the first anniversary of the start of an unprecedented crackdown.

‘How many more wrenching videos do we need to see before there is real change?’ - Jamira Burley

The Belarusian authorities are using phone networks run by some of the world’s biggest telecoms companies to stifle free speech and dissent, said Amnesty International in a report published t

At least 105 people have already been executed in Iraq this year

At least 105 people have already been executed in Iraq this year

Victims of child abuse have told Archbishop of Armagh Eamon Martin that the Catholic Church should show leadership by setting aside funds for a compensation scheme.

Just two practicing psychiatrists in country of 11 million people Mental health patients are routinely housed in prisons

Parallel ‘justice systems’ with police, detention centres and judges who often don’t understand Sharia law