Human Rights News Monitoring

Tracing Key Gender-Based Human Rights Issues Worldwide

Gender-based human rights issues are fundamental obstacles to realizing equality, dignity, and sustainable progress globally. From economic disparities to restrictions on reproductive health and widespread gender-based violence, women, girls, and …

European Court of Human Rights accepts case of imprisoned Ukrainian socialist Bogdan Syrotiuk

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) in Brussels has accepted the case of Bogdan Syrotiuk. Syrotiuk’s lawyers have based their complaint on the fact that Syrotiuk’s arrest on April 25, 2024 was in violation of his basic right to liberty. They argue …

UN court rules healthy environment has a human right

A top UN court has ruled a clean, healthy and sustainable environment is a human right. The landmark decision also allows nations to sue one another over climate change, including over past emissions. The ruling is non-binding but could have significant …

Human rights watchdog warns of ‘exponential rise’ in police violence

Human rights watchdog Comisión Provincial por la Memoria presented a report on Tuesday on their monitoring of police actions at public protests during the first semester of 2025. Among the most damning findings, the document revealed what the organization …

The world's highest court makes it clear: climate change is an existential human rights crisis

In a groundbreaking advisory opinion, the International Court of Justice argued that States have binding human rights obligations under international law to act on climate change — and that failure to reduce emissions is an “internationally wrongful act” …

Afghanistan/Iran/Pakistan: Mass refoulement of Afghan refugees a systematic violation of human rights amid inaction by ...

The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), Armanshahr|OPEN ASIA, the League for the Defence Human Rights in Iran (LDDHI), and the Afghanistan Democracy and Development Organization (ADDO) express their deep concern and condemnation over the …

Watching The Trump Administration Violate Basic Human Rights with Impunity

“Immigrants at Florida Detention Facilities Faced Life-Threatening Delays, Report Says,” reports the HuffPost. “Report Finds ‘Dehumanizing’ Conditions in Florida Immigration Centers,” reports the Miami Herald. “Migrants at ICE Jail in Miami Made to Kneel …

Human Rights Must Shape Future Priests: Catholic Official Calls for Rethinking Seminary Formation

She stated that such integration is essential “so that they can exercise pastoral leadership that is sensitive, conscious, and truly committed to the dignity of the human person.” The Peruvian member of the Congregation of the Apostolic Heart of Jesus ( …

Healthy, sustainable climate ‘is a human right’, rules UN court

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) – recognised as the world’s highest court – has published a landmark legal decision today that “a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment” is a human right, confirming that big polluters must scale up efforts to …

UN Top Court Backs Human Right to a Healthy Planet

In a landmark opinion, the UN’s top court has declared that access to a “clean, healthy and sustainable environment” is a fundamental human right and that states have legal obligations to protect it. The International Court of Justice (ICJ), based in The …

Key highlights: CIVICUS at 59th Session of the UN Human Rights Council

News 23 July 2025 The 59th regular session of the UN Human Rights Council ran from 16 June to 9 July 2025, resulting in 25 Resolutions, one technical decision, and 14 Universal Period Review adoptions. The session included interactive panels, State and NGO …

Human Rights Watch uncovers ‘degrading and dehumanizing’ treatment of ICE detainees

The latest report by Human Rights Watch outlines substandard living conditions for detainees at three Florida Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention centers. The nongovernmental advocacy group that monitors human rights abuses around the world …

The UN's top court in a landmark climate decision says a 'clean, healthy and sustainable environment' is a human right

Healthy environment ruled a human right by world’s top court, as campaigners hail ‘seismic’ win

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Clean, healthy environment a human right, top UN court rules

The International Court of Justice in a Wednesday advisory opinion said that a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment is a human right. Countries that fail to combat climate change could be in violation of international law, according to the …

Trump to Human Rights Council: ‘I Wish I Knew How to Quit You’

  The Trump administration’s “reckless inclination” to withdraw from UN institutions “is damaging United States foreign influence,” the essayists write. They examine how the US abandoning the Human Rights Council this year has enabled rights abusers to …

International Court of Justice adds weight to urgency of climate change action

On 23 July 2025, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) gave an advisory opinion on the obligation of states to protect the climate system and the environment from manmade emissions of greenhouse gases as they affect states and persons of present and …

Israel kills dozens in Gaza amid growing famine fueled by restricted aid flow

Israeli gunfire and airstrikes killed more than 50 Palestinians in Gaza on Saturday, including some who were waiting overnight for aid, according to local health officials, continuing a pattern that has drawn international criticism as the country’s “drip- …

Activist Mwabili Mwagodi found dumped in Diani

Kenyan activist Mwabili Mwagodi, who was reported missing in Dar es Salaam on Wednesday, has been found.  On Sunday morning, Mwabili was found dumped in a bush in Kinondo area, near Diani, Kwale County.  Human rights defender Hussein Khalid on Sunday …

Dr. Dominic Obadiah of Kenya Received Official Credentials as Certified World Civility Ambassador and Spokesperson

NAIROBI CITY, GREENSPAN, KENYA, July 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Dominic Obadiah, an expert in civility, has been officially recognized as a certified World Civility Ambassador and Spokesperson. He received his training credentials from …

Dr. Robin West of the USA Received Official Credentials as Certified World Civility Ambassador and Spokesperson

NAIROBI CITY, GREENSPAN, KENYA, July 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Robin West, a committed practitioner in the field of civility, has been officially recognized as a certified World Civility Ambassador and spokesperson. She received her …

2025 Tax Shakeup: What Real Estate Investors Need to Know To Stay Ahead In A Shifting Market

Preparing For 2025 tax shifts in the real estate industry. Using advanced property inspection software to document conditions and drive efficiency LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 2025 Tax Shakeup: What Real …

UNEP FI Features ESGSignals® in Its Newest Sustainability Risk Dashboard

The database is comprised of leading suppliers of sustainability insights for the climate and physical risk assessment needs of capital markets NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RS Metrics is among the risk data providers …

THREE International Officially Launches Malaysia and Taiwan Markets, Deepening Global Footprint

New offices, localized support, and full market operations bring wellness, opportunity, and momentum to entrepreneurs across Asia. SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, July 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- THREE International, a global wellness …

Civility Ambassador Veronica Byrd Receives Honorary Doctorate from United Graduate College and Seminary International

NAIROBI CITY, GREENSPAN, KENYA, July 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Thursday, July 17, 2025, Veronica Byrd, a renowned World Civility Ambassador from Topeka, Kansas, USA, was awarded an honorary doctorate in Humanities from United Graduate …

Influence Society améliore les services hôteliers en tirant parti de l’IA agentique grâce à l'intégration Webflow MCP

Webflow MCP change la donne pour les hôteliers et restaurateurs souhaitant orchestrer sans effort la création, la publication et l'automatisation de contenu PARIS, FRANCE, July 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Influence Society, le principal …

UNOSAT and HIST at the 47th Session of the World Heritage Committee

During the session, the United Nations Satellite Centre (UNOSAT) presented how geospatial data and digital technologies can strengthen the protection of cultural and natural heritage worldwide. UNOSAT monitors heritage sites through ongoing threats such as …

Tech Meets Motherhood: Australian Mom Builds $10K/Month Business from Home Using AI and Automation

Tech meets motherhood: Ana Mitrovic is earning $10K/month from home using AI tools, proving that moms can thrive with flexible, purpose-driven businesses. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, July 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a recent …

MLOpsCrew Debuts to Cut MLOps Costs Upto 50% and Accelerate Model Delivery

mlopscrew.com, by Intuz, launches a revolutionary platform designed to streamline machine learning operations, reducing costs & faster deployment timelines. SAN RAMON, CA, UNITED STATES, July 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Intuz is proud to …

SendQuick Pte Ltd Conferred 'Company of Good – 3 Hearts' Status by NVPC

SendQuick is awarded “Company of Good – 3 Hearts” by NVPC, recognising its strong commitment to purpose, people, and community impact. SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, July 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SendQuick Pte Ltd Conferred “Company of Good – 3 …

Dmitry Shubov Shares Insights on Legal Tech Investment and Innovation at Deep Talks Conference

CEBU CITY, CEBU, PHILIPPINES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dmitry Shubov, Founder of Dmitry Shubov Consulting, participated in Deep Talks 2024, an event designed to foster high-level conversations and strategic networking among industry …

Special No-Cost Package for the 2025 Malaysia Ultra Trail by UTMB - Rechallenge Support Tour

For supporting the challenges of DNF runners in Kaga Spa Trail 2025 KASHIWA-CITY, CHIBA, JAPAN, July 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lucent Corporation (LUC+ Adventures / HQ: Kashiwa-city, Chiba, CEO: Yoshihiro Nakano) is excited to announce …

Bogotá to host global World Cities Day 2025 celebration

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Cities’ knowledge to shape global climate science

Nairobi, 24 July 2025 – Cities are central to tackling climate change but remain underrepresented in global climate science, particularly in the Global South – a gap that experts and practitioners aimed to address during a three-day workshop convened by UN …

NCRI-US Welcomes Senate Resolution Urging Snapback Sanctions on Iran’s Regime

Reinstating UN sanctions is not only a strategic necessity—it is a vital step to sever the regime’s financial lifelines and confront its rogue behavior. WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Council …

Former STARRS Leader Matt Lohmeier Voted By Senate As Under Secretary of Air Force

Air Force Academy Graduate. F-15 Fighter Pilot. Space Force Commander. Former USAF Lt. Colonel. COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The U.S. Senate voted today to confirm Matt Lohmeier, formerly STARRS Executive Vice …

87 U.S. Legislators Press Trump-Vance Administration to Ensure Safe Return of Armenians to Nagorno Karabakh

ANCA-Backed Bipartisan letter - led by the Congressional Armenian Caucus - Highlights Swiss Peace Initiative for Nagorno Karabakh WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA …

Anthropic, EY, and Johns Hopkins APL Executives Elected to OASIS Board to Drive Open Development, Global Collaboration

Jay White of Microsoft and Pablo Breuer Secure Additional Terms, Reinforcing Continuity and Strategic Momentum at OASIS BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OASIS Open, the international standards and open source …

Gaza at death’s door: MA Healthcare workers demand end of taxpayer funding for starvation of Gaza

BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Friday July 25th at 12pm. Location: Mass Ave & Harrison Ave, Boston (Corner of Boston Medical Center) To Join Virtually Please Register at: https://us06web.zoom.us…