Aung San Suu Kyi, Myanmar’s former leader, has been moved to house arrest following her detention of over five years. Her detention began after a coup in February 2021, which saw the military seize power, leading to her ousting. This development comes as Myanmar observes the Buddhist holiday Full Moon Day of Kason, during which…
UN experts recently expressed concern over the dismissal of Peruvian Judge Oswaldo Ordóñez Alcántara, who formerly served as President of the First Constitutional Chamber of Lima. This action has been described as a reprisal for his outspoken defense of judicial independence and criticism of legislative reforms threatening the rule of law in Peru. The UN…
Amnesty International has issued a sharp critique of the worsening conditions for media freedom in East and Southern Africa, highlighting the increased harassment and arbitrary detention of journalists in the region. The organization’s statement emphasizes a growing trend of oppressive tactics, such as the revocation of media licenses, internet blockades, and misuse of cybersecurity laws,…