World
Human Rights Organizations Warn That Violence in Gaza Continues Despite Claims to the Contrary
Gaza Strip – Palestine – (HRNW)- On 27 December, Israeli and Palestinian rights groups issued a stark warning that the humanitarian crisis and violence in Gaza remain severe and ongoing, challenging narratives that the conflict has subsided. The organizations reported continued civilian casualties, access restrictions for aid, and violations of international humanitarian law, urging immediate…
Report Highlights Sharp Rise in False Blasphemy Cases and Minority Targeting
Dhaka – Bangladesh – (HRNW)–A new report released on 27 December highlights a sharp rise in false blasphemy accusations against religious minorities, especially Hindus, with such charges fueling mob violence, discrimination, and social exclusion. Rights advocates warn this phenomenon not only endangers lives and property but also chills freedom of belief and expression. They are…
Malaysia Parliament Seeks Action After Lynching of a Hindu Worker in Bangladesh
Kuala Lumpur – Malaysia & Dhaka – Bangladesh – (HRNW)– On 27 December, Malaysian lawmakers condemned the brutal lynching of a Hindu worker in Bangladesh, labeling it a grave human rights violation. The incident ignited calls for tougher protections for minority communities, cross-border cooperation against hate crime, and stronger legal enforcement to prevent communal violence….
LGBTQI Groups Protest Escalating Rights Abuses and Targeting of Defenders
Kampala – Uganda – (HRNW)– On 27 December, coalition LGBTQI+ organisations in Uganda publicly denounced intensifying human rights abuses against sexual orientation and gender identity minorities. Advocates highlighted systematic targeting of activists, rising violence, and legal discrimination, arguing that shrinking civic space is undermining fundamental freedoms and safety for LGBTQI+ communities. Leaders urged national and…
Palestinian Doctor Marks One Year in Detention Without Charge
Gaza Strip – Palestine / Jerusalem – Israel – (HRNW) December 27, 2025 marks one year of administrative detention for Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safiya, held without charge under Israeli “illegal combatant” laws. Rights groups condemn this form of detention as a human rights violation because it bypasses due process and leaves detainees uncertain of…
Global Struggle Against Femicide Highlighted on International Stage
Montevideo – Uruguay / Johannesburg – South Africa – (HRNW)– On 27 December, human rights advocates highlighted the ongoing battle against gender-based violence in South Africa, noting that hundreds of women gather yearly to honor victims of femicide — one for each woman lost daily. Rights groups argue that despite legislation and campaigns, femicide rates…
Officials Appointed for Occupied Territories But Human Rights Advocates Call for Accountability
Kyiv – Ukraine – (HRNW)- On 27 December, Ukraine’s government appointed senior officials tasked with oversight of temporarily occupied territories in the east and south. Human rights advocates welcomed the move but stressed that appointment alone is insufficient without concrete mechanisms for accountability, documentation of abuses, civilian protection measures, and independent oversight. These officials are…
Seoul Commits to Ending Foreign Adoptions After UN Pressure
Seoul – South Korea – (HRNW)– South Korea has announced a historic plan to phase out foreign adoptions by 2029, marking a major policy shift after decades of global criticism. The decision comes amid sustained pressure from the United Nations and adoptee advocacy groups who documented systemic fraud, falsified records, and abuse in past adoption…
Executions Surge Sharply as Dissent is Crushed
Tehran – Iran – (HRNW)– Iran has witnessed a dramatic increase in executions in 2025, enforcing capital punishment at rates more than double those of the previous year, according to rights monitoring groups. Reports indicate at least 1,900 people were executed, with most carried out quietly without public announcement. This escalation coincides with intensified crackdowns…
UN Demands Immediate End to Arbitrary Detentions and Intimidation
Bissau – Guinea-Bissau – (HRNW) –In the capital Bissau, the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) has issued a forceful appeal to Guinea-Bissau’s authorities to halt arbitrary detention practices targeting political opponents and civil society activists. Following the recent release of several opposition figures, the UN called for an unconditional…