Violation
IRAN Death Toll Spikes to 646 Amid Total Internet Blackout
Tehran (HRNW)- The death toll from the current wave of protests in Iran has surged to at least 646 people, according to the Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA). For over 100 hours, the Iranian government has enforced a near-total internet blackout to mask the scale of the crackdown. While some phone lines were briefly…
Sudan Civil Collateral and Mass Displacement
Khartoum, Sudan (HRNW) — As the internal conflict enters a new and deadlier phase, reports of ethnic cleansing in the Darfur region have resurfaced. International monitoring groups have documented the deliberate destruction of civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and water treatment plants, leaving thousands without basic necessities. The number of internally displaced persons has hit a…
UN Report Warns of “Apartheid-like” System in West Bank
Ramallah, Palestine (HRNW) – A comprehensive new thematic report from the UN Human Rights Office has documented what it describes as the “systematic asphyxiation” of Palestinian rights in the occupied West Bank. The report details how Israeli laws and practices have created a dual legal system that resembles an apartheid structure. HRNW coverage of the…
Nationwide Internet Blackout Masks Escalating Crackdown
Tehran, Iran (HRNW) – Iran has entered its second week of a near-total internet blackout as authorities intensify their response to nationwide anti-government protests. HRNW sources confirm that the Iranian Judiciary has increasingly labeled protesters as “enemies of God,” a charge that can carry the death penalty. Human rights monitoring groups now report that the…
Uganda Crackdown on political opposition ahead of elections
Kampala, Uganda (HRNW)- As Uganda’s national elections approach, security forces have escalated violence against political opposition, particularly supporters of Bobi Wine. Reports indicate tear gas and police brutality at campaign rallies, with multiple deaths and frequent obstruction of peaceful political activity. Human rights organizations describe the tactics as part of a broader campaign to suppress…
Venezuela Fear and Repression Grip the Capital
Caracas, Venezuela (HRNW)- The capital remains under tight control as authorities intensify raids following political upheaval. Residents describe arbitrary arrests, disappearances, and nightly patrols targeting suspected opposition supporters. Independent media outlets have been silenced, forcing many journalists into hiding. Rights groups warn of a deepening crisis as democratic institutions collapse under emergency decrees. Appeal: Stand with…
Ilam Iran Hospital Raid Sparks Global Outrage
Ilam, Iran (HRNW)- In Ilam, security forces stormed the Imam Khomeini Hospital amid growing protests over inflation and political repression. Witnesses report that medical staff attempting to treat injured demonstrators were assaulted, and several patients were dragged away by armed officers. The government has labeled the protests as “foreign-instigated,” while international observers condemn the violence as…
Concerns Grow Over Declining Attention to North Korean Human Rights
Seoul, South Korea (HRNW)– Human rights activists have expressed concern that international focus on abuses in North Korea is fading. Despite long-standing allegations of forced labor, detentions, and restricted freedoms, meaningful progress remains absent. Advocates urge renewed diplomatic pressure to protect civilians inside the isolated state. 🔗 Support Human Rights Work:👉 https://hrnww.com/donate-us
Incident of Alleged Gang Rape of A 15-Year-Old Girl After Kidnapping
Okara (HRNW) – A 15-year-old girl was abducted from Chamra Mandi Road and gang-raped. According to details, a sad incident has taken place in Okara where a 15-year-old girl was gang-raped. A case of kidnapping and rape has been registered on the complaint of the girl’s father. According to the FIR, the three accused kidnapped…
Military-Led Elections Condemned as Rights Violations Continue
Yangon – Myanmar (HRNW)– Myanmar’s military-led elections have drawn sharp criticism from international observers, who say the process lacks credibility and transparency. Opposition leaders remain imprisoned or barred, while voters face intimidation. Human rights organizations say the vote is being used to legitimize continued military control rather than reflect the will of the people. The humanitarian…