Lidia Almeida, president of the Mothers of Plaza de Mayo and a lifelong human rights activist, has died at 95. She spent over 50 years searching for her son, Alejandro, who was forcibly disappeared during Argentina's dictatorship. Almeida became an emblem of the fight for justice, continuing her activism until her final days.
Lidia Almeida, president of the Mothers of Plaza de Mayo and a lifelong human rights activist searching for her disappeared son, has died at 95. She was a symbol of resistance against Argentina's dictatorship and continued her advocacy until her final days.
China unveiled its National Human Rights Action Plan (2026-2030) at a forum in Beijing. The plan addresses rights including life, personal integrity, information, religious freedom, democratic participation, and fair trial, emphasizing legal frameworks and protections.
China unveiled its National Human Rights Action Plan (2026-2030) at a forum in Beijing. The plan outlines advancements in economic, social, cultural, civil, political, and environmental rights, alongside protections for various demographic groups and emerging human rights fields.
China has released its fifth National Human Rights Action Plan (2026-2030), focusing on economic, social, cultural, civil, political, and environmental rights. It emphasizes people's principal status, fairness, and comprehensive development, while also addressing emerging human rights fields and global governance.
Four Indonesian military intelligence officers have been sentenced to up to three years in jail for throwing sulphuric acid on human rights activist Andrie Yunus. The brazen attack occurred in Central Jakarta in March, leaving Yunus with severe burns. The court's handling of the case and the destruction of evidence have drawn criticism from rights groups.
Amjad Ayub Mirza, a PoK rights activist, urged PM Modi to intervene against alleged rights violations and repression of activists in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan, citing arrests and a planned crackdown ahead of a strike.
Far-right lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella has won the first round of Colombia's presidential election, securing 43.7% of the vote. He will face senator Iván Cepeda in a runoff on June 21. President Gustavo Petro has questioned the preliminary results, alleging fraud.
Far-right lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella and senator Iván Cepeda will face off in Colombia's presidential runoff on June 21. Espriella led the first round with 43.7% of the vote, while Cepeda secured 40.9%. President Petro has questioned the preliminary results, alleging fraud.
Google has launched a new feature called Intrusion Logging to help security researchers investigate spyware attacks on Android devices
Iranian authorities granted human rights activist Narges Mohammadi bail amid growing concern over her poor health in prison.
Iranian authorities granted human rights activist Narges Mohammadi bail amid growing concern over her poor health in prison.
Jailed activist Narges Mohammadi has been transferred to a hospital after a severe decline in her health. Her family and attorney express concern that the medical intervention may be delayed, citing ongoing heart and neurological issues.
Human rights activist Kerry Kennedy has praised a "superhero" member of Congress for shielding her when an active shooter attempted to storm the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner.
Human rights activist Kerry Kennedy has praised a "superhero" member of Congress for shielding her when an active shooter attempted to storm the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner.
Human rights activists are urging President Trump to pressure Iran to restore internet access, framing the issue as separate from the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The specific demands and context around Iran's internet restrictions are not detailed in this fragment.
