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Stock pile of tear gas grenades in Honduras triggers fears of human rights abuses

An Amnesty International delegation in Honduras monitoring the human rights situation around the presidential elections, has seen evidence suggesting an increased risk of excessive force by security forces.

Witness protection needed to ensure justice for Philippines massacre victims

Amnesty International has urged the government to protect witnesses and safeguard vital forensic evidence, following the massacre of at least 57 people in Maguindanao province.

Belarus activists tell of life in exile

Belarusian youth activists sentenced to 'restricted freedom' for attending a peaceful protest have told Amnesty International how they were targeted by the authorities.

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Russia moves one step closer to death penalty abolition

Amnesty International has welcomed a decision by Russia's Constitutional Court that brings the country a step closer to abolishing the death penalty.

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Seven youth activists were sentenced to up to two years of ‘restricted freedom’ in Belarus after they participated in a peaceful protest.

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