Silencing Dissent in Kashmir: The Life Sentence of Asiya Andrabi

Asiya Andrabi, Kashmiri women activist, advocating for human rights amid Indian-administered Kashmir conflict.

The sentencing of Kashmir political activist Asiya Andrabi to life imprisonment marks a critical moment in the ongoing human rights debate surrounding Indian-administered Kashmir. Her case raises urgent questions about freedom of expression, political dissent, and the treatment of activists in conflict regions. For decades, Kashmir has been a flashpoint of political tension, armed conflict, […]

The Human Rights Implications of Israel’s Proposed Death Penalty Law for Palestinians

Palestinian detainees in military court as Israel debates death penalty law, raising human rights concerns

By the Secretary-General Finn Stands For Rights The proposed expansion of the death penalty in Israel marks a critical moment in the intersection of law, conflict, and human rights. What is being presented as a legal response to acts classified as terrorism carries far-reaching consequences that extend beyond criminal justice. At its core, the legislation […]

Silent Faith Under Siege: The Persecution of Christians in Sudan

The persecution of Sudanese Christians amid civil war and destruction of churches and homes.

The right to practice one’s religion or beliefs freely is a basic human right. It allows individuals to practice their faith, express spiritual convictions, and participate in communities without fear. Yet, for Christians in Sudan, this basic freedom has increasingly become a matter of survival. Following the 2021 military takeover and the outbreak of a […]

Silent Voices Punished: Russian Poets Jailed for Speaking Against War

Russian poets Artyom Kamardin, Yegor Shtovba and Nikolai Dayneko punished with prison for anti-war poetry, raising freedom of expression concerns

By Secretary General Silent Voices Punished: Three Russian Poets Imprisoned for Peaceful Anti-War Expression Freedom of expression is a fundamental human right.It allows people to share their thoughts, opinions, and creativity without fear. However, in many parts of the world, this right is still under threat. A recent example is the case of three Russian […]

Sexual Exploitation of Boys Urgent Call to Protect Children in Pakistan and Afghanistan

“Child victim affected by sexual exploitation (Bacha Bazi) highlighting abuse of boys in Afghanistan and Pakistan

By: Secretary General Finn Stands for Rights – Human Rights Commission Sexual exploitation of boys (Bacha Bazi) is a harmful and abusive practice in which young boys are exploited by older men. These boys are often poor, helpless, and without protection. This issue has been reported in parts of Afghanistan and South Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, […]