Human Rights
Monday, February 24, 2014 - 00:00
Lopez, one of the leading opposition figures in Venezuela, was formally charged with arson and conspiracy, but murder and terrorism charges were dropped, said his attorney, Juan Carlos Gutierrez.
Monday, February 24, 2014 - 00:00
The government’s use of force and judicial intimidation against citizens and political figures, who are exercising a legitimate right to protest, is unacceptable and will only increase the likelihood of violence.
Friday, February 21, 2014 - 12:38
RFE/RL Azerbaijani Service journalist Khadija Ismayilova was questioned for the third consecutive day today by Azerbaijan's General Prosecutor's office, on allegations that she leaked state secrets to U.S. congressional aides visiting Baku.
Friday, February 21, 2014 - 12:27
The statement on, "Troubling amendments to Azerbaijan NGO legislation while pressure on civil society and opposition activists continues", was delivered today by the US ambassador to OSCE Daniel Baer at the organization's Permanent Council, in Vienna.
Friday, February 21, 2014 - 12:16
Georgian president's administration told Trend that, OSCE High Commissioner said she appreciates the attitude of Georgian president and state policy regarding national minorities and protection of their rights.
Friday, February 21, 2014 - 12:14
The Helsinki Commission calls on the Government of Azerbaijan to stop its harassment of all journalists and to respect freedom of the media,.
Friday, February 21, 2014 - 12:04
Three bloggers in Kazakhstan have been detained again after serving 10 days in jail on hooliganism charges.
Friday, February 21, 2014 - 11:56
The trial of three Al Jazeera English journalists in Egypt has been adjourned until March 5 after they appeared in court in Cairo and pleaded not guilty to all charges against them.
Friday, February 21, 2014 - 11:49
The resolution includes a threat of punitive measures, though not actual enforcement language.
Friday, February 21, 2014 - 11:49
The resolution includes a threat of punitive measures, though not actual enforcement language.