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Summit of the Americas: Draft Declaration falls short on human rights - 30 March 2009
The draft declaration being negotiated by governments in advance of the Fifth Summit of the Americas falls short on human rights, warned Amnesty International today, aThe death penalty in the Americas in 2008
During 2008, 38 executions were known to have been carried out in the Americas – 37 in the USA and one in the twin island state of St Kitts and Nevis.Spotlight on torture - 26 June 2008
To mark the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, Amnesty International members and supporters are taking action around the world.USA: Amnesty International calls for criminal investigation following CIA ‘waterboarding’ admission - 6 February 2008
Amnesty International today called for a full, independent and prompt criminal investigation, following the first public admission by CIA Director, General Michael H
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