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Egypt | Human Rights Organizations: Right to Return for North Sinai Residents is Fundamental, and Military Trials are invalid

December 23, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions
The signatories condemn in the strongest terms the harsh and unjust sentences issued by a military court on Saturday, December 14, 2024, against 62 civilians from North Sinai, including tribal leaders, activists, and journalists. These sentences—ranging from 3 to 10 years of imprisonment—stem from calls for largely peaceful protests demanding the right to return to…

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The Right to Peaceful Assembly in Jordan: Between Legislative Restrictions and Security Practices

December 23, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions
HuMENA for Human Rights and Civic Engagement has released its latest report, titled “The Right to Peaceful Assembly in Jordan: Between Legislative Restrictions and Security Practices.” This comprehensive study explores the legal framework and field practices governing the right to peaceful assembly in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. The report examines the legislative and historical…

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We’re Looking for a Paid Communications Intern at HuMENA

December 12, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions
Location: HuMENA’s Office in Beirut or Remote Duration: 6 months Organization: HuMENA for Human Rights and Civic Engagement Are you passionate about activism, human rights, and democracy? HuMENA is looking for a Communications Intern to assist with our advocacy and communications efforts in Lebanon and across the MENA region. This paid internship provides a unique opportunity to contribute…

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#FreeAhmedKamel: Saudi Arabia must NOT extradite peaceful protester to Egypt, where he would face torture

December 2, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions
We, the undersigned organisations, urge the authorities of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia not to deport Ahmed Fathi Kamal Kamel to Egypt, where he would be at high risk of being subjected to torture and other human rights violations. An extradition would constitute a violation of the principle of non-refoulement enshrined in article 3 of the…

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Human Rights Organizations and journalists reaffirm the need to defend Press and Media freedom in Egypt

November 26, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions
Following a series of consultations with Egyptian media organizations and journalists on the Press and Media freedom situation in Egypt, and in light of the recent violations of freedom of expression, including the latest Supreme Council for Media’s decision to arbitrarily reject journalist Faker Tany’s website registration, and earlier prosecution and enforced disappearance of journalists…

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Political Satire in Egypt: A Peaceful Protest Against Repression

November 22, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions
'HuMENA for Human Rights and Civic Engagement,' in collaboration with 'RedWord for Human Rights and Freedom of Expression,' publishes a joint report titled: "Political Satire in Egypt: A Peaceful Protest Against Repression." The report provides an in-depth analysis of the concept of freedom of expression, paired with political satire as a peaceful and effective tool…

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Eyes Everywhere: The State Surveillance of Human Rights Defenders in Jordan

November 18, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions
HuMENA for Human Rights and Civic Engagement Releases New Report: "Eyes Everywhere: State Surveillance of Human Rights Defenders in Jordan"This report sheds light on the escalating digital surveillance of human rights defenders in Jordan over the past five years and its detrimental impact on civil space and human rights. Digital surveillance encompasses monitoring mobile devices,…

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Egypt | 23 NGOS in a Joint Statement: Grave risks posed by the passing of proposed Foreign Asylum Bill… The bill contravenes international law and the Egyptian constitution

November 15, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions
The undersigned human rights organisations express their categorical rejection of the draft law “regulating foreigners’ asylum in Egypt”, which was recently approved by the Defence and National Security Committee of the Egyptian Parliament. This bill is expected to be discussed and voted on in the next plenary session of the House of Representatives. This is…

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Global Coalition of NGOs Call for Immediate Ceasefire in Lebanon

November 14, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions
In light of the recent and alarming escalation of indiscriminate and widespread Israeli attacks across Lebanon, we, the undersigned organizations, call on the international community to unequivocally press for an immediate ceasefire in Lebanon.Israel and Hezbollah have been exchanging cross-border fire since October 2023. For nearly a year, the fighting between the two parties was…

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Tunisia’s Escalating Suppression of Civic Space and Digital Freedoms

November 13, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions
HuMENA for Human Rights and Civic Engagement, and CALAM Association are gravely concerned about Tunisia's escalating clampdown on civic space and digital freedoms. The recent moves by the Tunisian government to prosecute social media influencers and content creators on vaguely defined charges of violating "public morals" represent a disturbing intensification of state control over freedom…

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Egypt | Six Years of Arbitrary Detention… Call for the Immediate Release of Hoda Abdelmonem and Dropping of Fabricated Charges

October 31, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions
The “FreeHoda” campaign and the undersigned organisations condemn the continued arbitrary detention of lawyer and human rights defender Hoda Abdelmonem, who has been detained for six years. We denounce the re-fabrication of charges against her in a new case after she completed her previous sentence for similar accusations, and call for her immediate release due…

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Egypt | The Supreme Council for Media Regulation’s refusal to license “Fakar tany” website is a continuation of the attack on independent journalism in Egypt

October 31, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions
31 October 2024 The undersigned organizations condemn the decision issued by the Supreme Council for Media Regulation (SCMR) on 8 September refusing to grant a license to the Fakartany website. This decision is part of a policy aimed at depriving independent websites of their right to license, exposing them to legal threats. It comes within a…

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Egypt | The Criminal Procedure Law Project Undermines Justice and Establishes More Trials Without Fair Guarantees

October 25, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions
The undersigned organizations reject the current version of the Criminal Procedure Law project and demand its withdrawal and a return for review and discussion with stakeholders—including lawyers, journalists, and human rights organizations—before its approval. The amendments included in the current draft threaten justice and the guarantees of fair trials for citizens.On August 17, 2024, the…

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Joint statement: Crackdown on Civil Society and Human Rights in Tunisia: Arrests and Intimidation in the Wake of the 2024 Presidential Elections.

October 22, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions
We, the undersigned rights organizations and groups, are deeply alarmed by the recent arrests and harassment of prominent activists and journalists following the Tunisian presidential elections on 6 October 2024. This is part of a broader and troubling crackdown on civil society and human rights defenders in Tunisia. These arrests signal an alarming trend of…

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Yemen| The Houthis Continue Their Campaign of Arrests and Intimidation Against Journalists and Activists Due to National Celebrations

October 4, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions
Since September 20, the Houthi group in Yemen has launched a widespread campaign of arrests targeting writers, journalists, and citizens for their activities on social media. This followed a systematic incitement campaign carried out by Houthi leaders and affiliated media outlets against citizens aimed at instilling fear and terrorising civilians in areas under their control. The goal was…

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