The Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies (CIHRS) is seriously concerned by the US and UK attacks on Yemen that started in the early hours of 12 January 2024. Under …
Palestine: ICJ Genocide Hearing an opportunity to prevent further Israeli atrocities in Gaza
The upcoming International Court of Justice (ICJ) hearing on Israel’s violation of the Genocide Convention is welcomed by Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies (CIHRS). Held today 11 January and …
Urgent Appeal for Justice: Condemning the Unjust Prosecution of Dozens of Emiratis in the UAE
We, the undersigned human rights organizations, are deeply concerned by the new prosecutions brought by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) authorities against more than 80 Emiratis, some of whom are …
Libya: Revoking Restrictive Decrees First Step Towards Freedom of Association
The Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies (CIHRS) and the Libya Platform applaud the decision on 4 December 2023 by the Baydaa First Instance Civil Court in eastern Libya to …
Cross-Regional “Don’t Buy Into Occupation” Coalition Exposes Extensive European Financial Ties between European Financial Institutions and Companies Linked to Israel’s Illegal Settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territory
Brussels – Updated research reveals, for the third year in a row, billions worth of loans, underwriting, shares and bonds of 776 European banks, asset managers, insurance companies and pension …
Algeria: Human Rights Organizations join the United Nations Special rapporteur call to release human rights defenders and activists
From November 26 to December 5, 2023, Ms. Mary Lawlor, United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of Human Rights Defenders, was able to make an official visit to Algeria. …
Yemen: Death sentence for feminist activist following unfair trial
The Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies (CIHRS) condemns the sentencing, on 5 December 2023, to the death penalty of feminist activist Fatma al-Arwali, after a trial marred by gross …
UN Special Rapporteur’s visit to Algeria: a renewed opportunity for reform and release of imprisoned activists
The Algerian authorities should end their crackdown on fundamental rights and freedoms and release all human rights defenders and activists who unjustly languish in jail, said 12 NGOs today, ahead …
Egypt: As the UN Committee Against Torture’s Review Concludes, Government Evades Criticism of its Human Rights Record
On 14 and 15 November, the United Nations Committee Against Torture (UNCAT) held its review of the Egyptian government’s record on torture and other cruel treatment at its 78th session. …
Palestine: Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza is More Urgent than Ever
The Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies (CIHRS) is appalled by the disregard of international legal standards in the current conflict in Gaza. Over the past month, Israel has operated …