Conservative proposals to strip judges of powers to rule on asylum appeals and quit the ECHR have been called an "attack on justice and equality" by refugee groups and lawyers. Immigration decisions would be made internally by the Home Office, with legal aid scrapped.
Labour MPs express doubts about the practical application of new guidance on the Equality Act following a Supreme Court ruling on sex. Concerns are mounting over potential legal challenges and the impact on transgender individuals, with some MPs calling for new legislation.
Canada is eliminating the Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise (Core), a watchdog investigating human rights violations by Canadian companies abroad. The office, established in 2019, faced criticism for ineffectiveness, launching only five investigations. The move coincides with US pressure on Canada regarding forced labor.
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk urged international regulation of autonomous weapons like drones due to rising war crime risks. He highlighted their use in Ukraine, Sudan, DR Congo, Myanmar, and the Middle East, noting mass casualties and terrorized civilians. Sudan has seen a significant increase in drone attacks, with over 1,000 civilian deaths this year.
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.
Foreign human rights experts from Peru, Nepal, and Tunisia engaged in a discussion at Southwest University of Political Science and Law, exploring the concepts of human rights within China's traditional culture. They highlighted unique Eastern wisdom and contrasted it with Western human rights discourse, emphasizing the importance of culturally relevant human rights practices.
Belarusian Foreign Minister Maxim Ryzhenkov stated that trade and economic cooperation between Belarus and Russia is expanding proactively and heading towards new historical records, despite external pressure. The two countries also released a report on human rights, concluding that racism is intensifying to maintain Western dominance.
The article discusses how figures like Greg Bovino and Tina Peters monetize past actions and conspiracy theories, contrasting this with historical examples of accountability. It draws parallels to Argentina's 'escraches' and medieval 'rough music' as forms of public shaming to address impunity, while acknowledging potential risks of vigilantism and government overreach.
Thousands of British Kashmiris protested outside the UK Parliament, alleging human rights violations and excessive force by Pakistani security forces in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK). They called for international intervention and accountability for civilian deaths and injuries amid ongoing unrest.
A travel ban imposed by Trump in June 2025, affecting citizens from Iran, Haiti, and 17 other countries, has created fear among immigrants attending the World Cup in the US. Despite exemptions for athletes and close relatives, many fear detention by immigration authorities.
Residents of Langrune-sur-Mer, France, protested US defense secretary Pete Hegseth's planned visit for D-day commemorations, citing his anti-immigrant rhetoric. Their protest gained global attention after Hegseth used his D-day speech to condemn immigration, leading to widespread criticism.
High-profile defections from Sudan's RSF militia to the SAF raise questions about impunity. Human Rights Watch reports detail alleged UAE support for RSF, including Chinese drones and Colombian mercenaries, while the UAE denies these claims. The conflict has led to a massive humanitarian crisis with widespread displacement and hunger.
A report by the Human Rights Soccer Alliance states that US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has targeted soccer events in the US, which are popular among Latin American communities. Since early 2025, 17 individuals linked to soccer events have been detained, with some deported. The NGO urges FIFA to prohibit anti-immigration policies at World Cup venues and protect data.
High-profile defections from Sudan's RSF militia to the SAF raise questions about general amnesty. Meanwhile, the UAE faces renewed accusations of supplying drones and recruiting Colombian mercenaries for the RSF, while the UN warns of 'hallmarks of genocide' in El Fasher and a severe humanitarian crisis.
A video mocking Aboriginal identity and culture, posted by an Australian comedian, has gone viral, sparking outrage and highlighting the growing problem of online racism against Indigenous Australians. Social media algorithms are accused of amplifying divisive content, leading to real-world harm and impacting mental health. A parliamentary inquiry is investigating the issue, with recommendations for social media companies to implement digital duty of care measures.
A Labor-led human rights committee has found proposed changes to Australia's National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) to be 'retrogressive' and lacking alignment with an independent review. The changes, which could remove over 200,000 participants, raise human rights concerns regarding access to disability support.
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.
South Korea's unification ministry stated that fostering inter-Korean peace and dialogue is the most effective way to improve human rights in North Korea. This stance aligns with a joint statement with EU leaders urging Pyongyang to allow access for international organizations.
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.
UNHCR reports 117.8M forcibly displaced globally, a 4% decrease in 2025, but Lebanon faces a growing crisis. Venezuela, Palestine, Ukraine, Syria, Afghanistan, Sudan, and South Sudan are top refugee origin countries. Colombia, Germany, and Turkey host the most refugees.
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk urged the US to review its immigration policies after some officials and fans were denied entry for the World Cup. He expressed hope that immigration enforcement issues would not affect the tournament.
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.
The 2026 Global Forum on Human Rights Governance opened in Beijing on May 11th, gathering over 400 international guests from more than 100 countries and organizations to discuss human rights governance under the theme "Promoting Human Rights Through Development."
