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PHR Calls on UN Security Council to Refer Situation in Syria to ICC
Syria’s failure to withdraw troops from urban areas this morning was a disappointment. The country had agreed to a withdrawal under a United Nations-brokered ceasefire. Rather than abide by its commitment, the Government of Syria has instead continued to attack civilians after the deadline.
Libya Should Surrender Saif al-Islam Qaddafi to the ICC
PHR is disappointed in the Libyan transitional authorities’ decision not to surrender Saif al-Islam Qaddafi, Muammar Qaddafi’s son who is wanted for crimes against humanity.
Policy Statement
PHR Calls on Government of Bahrain to Release Abdulhadi al-Khawaja
Abdulhadi al-Khawaja, a Bahraini human rights defender and democracy activist who reportedly faces death after a nearly two-month long hunger strike, must immediately be released.
Policy Statement
PHR Applauds US for Delivering Aid to Opposition Groups Within Syria
PHR applauds the US Administration for delivering aid, including medical supplies to opposition groups within Syria.
Policy Statement
US Should Withhold Military Assistance to Egypt
PHR expressed concern today regarding a State Department announcement that the US will reinstate $1.3 billion in military assistance to Egypt. The funds had been withheld during the country’s attacks on civilians and several US-based groups that had long operated in Egypt.
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