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Life on death row: ‘They had no idea they were going to be executed’

18 April 2013

Social activist Amadou Janneh was sentenced to life imprisonment in January 2012 for his work. While in prison, he met many people on death row, including the nine who were executed in August 2012. 

Venezuela: Election-related deaths and threats must stop

18 April 2013

Violent incidents around Venezuela following last Sunday’s presidential elections are only likely to increase unless the authorities carry out prompt, effective investigations and bring those responsible to justice.

India: Landmark Supreme Court ruling a great victory for indigenous rights

18 April 2013

Adivasi communities given the final decision on plans for a bauxite mine by a subsidiary of UK-based Vedanta Resources in Orissa.

‘Anyone who says we live comfortably on death row has obviously never been there’

19 April 2013

Damon Thibodeaux was recentyly released from death row after new evidence confirmed his innocence. This is his story.

El Salvador must provide pregnant woman with access to life-saving medical treatment

17 April 2013

Doctor in El Salvador a not treating a seriously ill pregnant woman because they fear that if they end the pregnancy they might be prosecuted under the country’s total ban on abortion.

Bahrain’s dark side – Empty promises while repression goes unabated

17 April 2013

With Bahrain about to host the 2013 Formula One Grand Prix, the spotlight has returned to the Gulf country’s human rights record. Here're some of the main issues you should know.

Haiti: Protester ‘beaten to death by police’ following attack on camp

17 April 2013

Authorities urged to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation into the death in police custody of displacement camp resident Civil Merius.

Israel’s military investigations into Gaza conflict violations strengthen impunity

17 April 2013

Military closes 65 cases of "alleged misconduct" some of which could amount to serious violations of international humanitarian law and war crimes.

Belarus: Dare to be independent

17 April 2013

Civil society is being suppressed in Belarus by a repressive government that will not tolerate any form of criticism.

Death Penalty in India: “One hardly finds a rich or affluent person going to the gallows”

17 April 2013

A former Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court shares his views on the death penalty in an interview with Amnesty International.

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