Joint Statement calling for the universal abolition of the death penalty

Joint Statement calling for the universal abolition of the death penalty

As representatives of the profession of lawyer in various parts of the world, committed to the promotion and protection of human rights and the rule of law, the undersigned organisations join voices in a unified call for the universal abolition of the death penalty, recognising the inherent dignity of every individual and the fundamental right to life.

Tunisia: Unfair Presidential Election Undermines Human Rights and Deepens Political Crisis

Tunisia: Unfair Presidential Election Undermines Human Rights and Deepens Political Crisis

The Tunisian presidential election, held on 6 October 2024, failed to meet international standards on fairness and transparency, and to ensure Tunisians’ human right to take part in the conduct of public affairs and to be elected to public office, the International Commission of Jurists said today. On 7 October, the Electoral Commission (ISIE) announced that President Kaïs Saïed had been re-elected by 90.69% of the electorate on a turnout of 28%.

Egypt: Reject Draft Criminal Procedure Code

Egypt: Reject Draft Criminal Procedure Code

Proposed Changes Threaten Fair Trial Rights, Empower Abusive Officials (Geneva, September 30, 2024) – The Egyptian Parliament must reject a proposed draft law that would replace the 1950 Criminal Procedure Code (CPC), Amnesty International, Dignity, Human Rights Watch...
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