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Hilary Homes retweeted
Don't be fooled: As the Israeli government continues its genocide against Palestinians in Gaza, ethnic cleansing in the West Bank, and military strikes across the region, the only way for the U.S. to stop enabling these crimes is to immediately implement a comprehensive arms embargo on Israel and say no to U.S.-Israel military integration and co-production. apnews.com/article/trump-isr…
Hilary Homes retweeted
Today, Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya has spent 600 days behind bars in Israeli detention.
Israeli authorities must immediately and unconditionally release Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, and all Palestinians arbitrarily detained by Israel.
🔗 takeaction.amnesty.ca/page/1…
Hilary Homes retweeted
The horrors unfolding in Qusra are far from an isolated incident. They reflect the relentless escalation and expansion of an accelerating and well-documented pattern of coordinated and strategic settler terror.
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Hilary Homes retweeted
Gather with us on the lawn of Amnesty International Canada's Ottawa office for a festive community celebration in solidarity with migrant workers!
Harvest of Solidarity
Sep 20, 2026: 4:30 pm
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Hilary Homes retweeted
🚨NEW: The expanded use of AI-driven surveillance in Argentina during the first two years of the Javier Milei’s administration reinforces a techno-authoritarian infrastructure of social control.
amnesty.org/en/latest/news/2…
Hilary Homes retweeted
The public execution of two protesters in Iran today marks a further escalation of authorities’ use of the death penalty to quash dissent. They were sentenced to death following a grossly unfair mass trial that concerned the killing of four police agents as well as allegations of damage to public property and arson. The executions only add to the surge in arbitrary death sentences and executions since the restoration of internet access in May.
We have documented protesters being sentenced to death for offences such as property damage, arson, road blockages and disrupting public opinion, acts that should not carry the death penalty according to international law and standards. Convictions have been issued in closed, grossly unfair proceedings marred by enforced disappearance, torture and other ill-treatment, and denial of access to a lawyer.
Hilary Homes retweeted
Trump's recent threats to target bridges in Iran, if carried out, would have potentially catastrophic consequences for over 90 million people.
We reiterate our call for an enduring and comprehensive regional ceasefire that covers all countries affected by this conflict
Hilary Homes retweeted
We are deeply alarmed by reports of an imminent threat to Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya’s life as a result of torture and other ill-treatment in Israeli custody. Israeli authorities must immediately&unconditionally release him. Add your name:bit.ly/4yo6gGk
#FreeDrHussamAbuSafiya
Hilary Homes retweeted
It is great that the ICC says it reached a "breakthrough” in its investigation in Darfur. In a report issued last week, Amnesty found that the RSF committed 8 crimes against humanity & ethnic cleansing in North Darfur. It also identified 3 RSF commanders responsible for abuses.
The international community must support accountability efforts in Sudan including the work of the ICC.
Hilary Homes retweeted
The World Cup group stages brought joy to people around the world - but we must not forget about the human rights perspective. While teams went head-to-head in stadiums across Canada, the US and Mexico, ICE arrests doubled, many fans and athletes on the US travel ban list were denied entry to the country to watch the games, and players and fans were victims of racism.
We still have time to make this a World Cup for all, and there must be change beyond the games. Mass detentions and deportations must end, and the US must become a place free from discrimination and hate. We called and continue to call for no fear, no crackdowns and no excuses as we hit the quarter-finals.
Make the World Cup an arena of joy, not fear. Humanity Must Win.
Hilary Homes retweeted
It is great that the ICC says it reached a "breakthrough” in its investigation in Darfur. In a report issued last week, @amnesty found that the RSF committed 8 crimes against humanity & ethnic cleansing in North Darfur. It also identified 3 RSF commanders responsible for abuses.
International court tells BBC of breakthrough in Sudan war crimes probe bbc.in/4yrzyUy
Hilary Homes retweeted
Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya was arbitrarily detained on 27 December 2024 by the Israeli military when they raided Kamal Adwan hospital in Mashrou’ Beit Lahiya. Since then, he has been held without charges or trial, under orders that have been indefinitely renewed based on the Unlawful Combatants Law.
On 28 April 2026 an Israeli District Court approved the extension of Abu Safiya’s arbitrary detention under the Unlawful Combatant Law without filing any charges against him.
On 16 June 2026 Israel’s Supreme Court rejected Dr. Abu Safiya’s appeal for his immediate release, upholding the continuation of his arbitrary detention until at least October 2026.
Since 3 June 2026 Abu Safiya is held in solitary confinement exceeding the 15 consecutive days permitted under the Nelson Mandela Rules, which violates the prohibition of torture and other ill-treatment. Authorities are also denying him appropriate care for his health conditions.
@Amnesty is calling for his immediate release. The international community must apply maximum pressure on the Israeli authorities.
Hilary Homes retweeted
Justice for the victims of Syrian President Assad’s mass violations is initiated in Europe:
Two Syrian officers accused of torture and war crimes went on trial in Vienna on Monday after hiding in plain sight in Europe for over a decade, the culmination of a yearslong manhunt by investigators and a groundbreaking case for Austria.
nytimes.com/2026/06/01/world… via @NYTimes
Hilary Homes retweeted
Today’s adoption of the UN's Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy marks an unwanted milestone: it has now been five years – and two consecutive negotiating cycles – with almost no substantive updates, despite continued calls from civil society.
Hilary Homes retweeted
🧵Iranian authorities must immediately quash the convictions of singer Parastoo Ahmadi and eight other musicians who were each sentenced to 74 lashes, a two-year travel ban and two-year ban on artistic activities. They were convicted in mid-June 2026. 1/5
Hilary Homes retweeted
URGENT: We've updated our actions now that the vote at 3rd reading in the House is imminent.
Please take action (again) below - and share widely. Thank you!
EMAIL: iclmg.ca/stop-c-22
CALL: iclmg.ca/call-to-stop-c-22
SEND a letter to the editor: iclmg.ca/c-22-letter-to-the-… #cdnpoli
Late last night, the Liberal govt cut off debate on Bill C-22, which will grant police new powers & ramp up state surveillance infrastructure, threatening privacy & cybersecurity across Canada. Read the statement from 21 experts & orgs denouncing the move iclmg.ca/c-22-motion-joint-p…
Hilary Homes retweeted
BREAKING: New federal hate crime legislation misses the mark, threatening free expression and other Charter rights, says the ICLMG
We will monitor its use and encourage individuals to contact us to help collect and compile examples.
Full press release: iclmg.ca/c-9-press-release/
Hilary Homes retweeted
Canada needs to act now to ban all trade with Israel's illegal settlements to comply with international law and end complicity in abuses.
Joint civil society letter: hrw.org/news/2026/06/17/join…
Hilary Homes retweeted
Earlier this month, Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya was moved to solitary confinement, adding a further layer of concern over his deteriorating health. The call for his immediate and unconditional release is more urgent than ever.
takeaction.amnesty.ca/page/1…
Hilary Homes retweeted
Mexico City and all federal authorities must uphold the right to protest for all groups and families demonstrating during the World Cup.
Groups have been campaigning for the search and identification of their disappeared loved ones for years - work that is a legitimate form of human rights defense. This must be recognized, respected and protected. Guaranteeing the right to protest is an obligation of the Mexican State.
Events surrounding the World Cup must point to humanity, not cruelty.
#HumanityMustWin