Indonesian Activist Attack: Prabowo & Democracy Fears

A chilling act of violence has shaken Indonesia’s human rights community: the acid attack on Andrie Yunus, a KontraS activist known for his work documenting military abuses. While investigations are underway, the incident isn’t isolated. It’s a stark reminder of a troubling pattern and, more importantly, a potential bellwether for the state of democracy in … Read more

Israel Accused: Rights Violations May Cause Harm – VG

Human Rights Watch Accuses Israel of Using White Phosphorus in Lebanon, Raising Concerns of Civilian Harm May 3, 2024 Reports indicate the Israeli military deployed white phosphorus munitions during recent clashes with Hezbollah in Lebanon, prompting condemnation from Human Rights Watch (HRW) and raising serious questions about adherence to international humanitarian law. The use of … Read more