Human Rights & Public Liberties

Human Rights & Public Liberties

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Published on: 13 Jan, 2021

Human Rights, Values, and Culture.

Aid agencies speak to MPs on Gaza crisis

MPs will ask what the British government can do to help ease the crisis. As part of its inquiry, the Committee has heard a wide ..

Published on: 16 June, 2025

The Cradock Four Test South Africa’s Pursuit of Justice

Fort Calata, Matthew Goniwe, Sparrow Mkhonto and Sicelo Mhlauli were abducted and brutally murdered by apartheid police nearly 40 years ago. The first phase of ..

Published on: 12 June, 2025

Uniting for Peace and the Role of the General Assembly in Armed Conflict

In essence, the Uniting for Peace resolution serves as a vital backstop to the Security Council’s primary responsibility. It underscores the role of the General ..

Published on: 12 June, 2025

The Politics of Survival in a Burning World

The lecture, delivered in the hallowed halls of Oxford, was no gentle appeal to conscience.

Published on: 4 June, 2025

The Courts Without Power in a State Without Law

The international community, particularly the ICC and the United Nations, can and should continue to engage—but responsibility ultimately lies with Libyan authorities. The law must ..

Published on: 2 June, 2025

Al Jazeera Centre for Public Liberties and Human Rights Hosts Expert Panel on Artificial Intelligence and Media Ethics in Doha

The event took place at The Ritz-Carlton, Doha, as part of the annual international conference of Qatar’s National Human Rights Committee (NHRC), held on 27–28 ..

Published on: 28 May, 2025

EU Heightens Diplomatic Pressure on Israel Amid Gaza Crisis

In recent days, the Madrid+ Group convened in Spain to intensify diplomatic efforts aimed at compelling Israel to halt its military offensive in Gaza and ..

Published on: 28 May, 2025

Doha Hosts a Crucial AI and Human Rights Conference

The conference promises to be a vital forum for policymakers, technologists, human rights advocates, and media professionals to engage in robust dialogue aimed at ensuring ..

Published on: 27 May, 2025

Deal Imminent for Release of Elizabeth Tsurkov in Baghdad

Tsurkov is reportedly being held by the Shiite militia Kataib Hezbollah, a group backed by Iran, according to Israeli officials.

Published on: 25 May, 2025

Fifth Anniversary of George Floyd’s Death Marks Continued Tensions Over Derek Chauvin’s Sentence

MAGA influencers have been calling for Chauvin’s release. Former President Donald Trump has stated that he is unaware of any pardon under consideration. However, Governor ..

Published on: 25 May, 2025

Vietnam’s Rights Promises Under Scrutiny

During a meeting in Paris in October 2024, President Macron and Vietnamese President ToLam signed a France–Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The accompanying joint declaration reaffirmed ..

Published on: 22 May, 2025

A Referendum on Reform and Petro’s Last Stand

Mr. Petro, Colombia’s first leftist president, enters his final year in office facing mounting legislative resistance. His original labour reform bill, aimed at overhauling outdated ..

Published on: 14 May, 2025