Syrians in Sweden are demanding redress for torture

Nine Syrians now living in Sweden are submitting testimonies that describe torture, executions, the use of electric shocks, sexual violence, abuse, and starvation. The complaint accuses 25 high-ranking members of the Syrian Intelligence Services, military institutions and military police of crimes against humanity, war crimes and other grave crimes.  

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Oyub Titiev Sentenced to Four Years in a Penal Colony Settlement

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  • March 18, 2019

In a gross violation of his human rights, Oyub Titiev, human rights activist and director of Memoria...

Grief and sorrow after our colleague’s tragic death in Ethiopia

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  • March 11, 2019

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The farcical trial of Oyub Titiev

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  • March 11, 2019

Today, the trial against Chechen activist Oyub Titiev will draw to a close. The case has proven to b...
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Emergency Fund – 2018 in Numbers

When the situation escalates and a human rights defender is in acute danger, Civil Rights Defenders’ Emergency Fund is there to provide rapid support. Do you want to know how we supported them in 2018?

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