Mr. Josep Borrell Fontelles, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/ Vice-President of the Commission Dear High Representative Borrell, At least 83 journalists and media workers have …
17 leading humanitarian and human rights organisations call to stop arms transfers to Israel, Palestinian Armed Groups
An open call to all UN Member States to stop fuelling the crisis in Gaza and avert further humanitarian catastrophe and loss of civilian life. We, the undersigned organisations, call …
Yemen: Seven organizations launch the Yemeni Coalition for Human Rights in partnership with CIHRS
The Yemeni Coalition for Human Rights has been launched by seven Yemeni organizations in partnership with Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies (CIHRS), with the aim of strengthening international advocacy, …
YEMEN: US and UK airstrikes on Yemen raise concern for civilians
The Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies (CIHRS) is seriously concerned by the US and UK attacks on Yemen that started in the early hours of 12 January 2024. Under …
Palestine: ICJ Genocide Hearing an opportunity to prevent further Israeli atrocities in Gaza
The upcoming International Court of Justice (ICJ) hearing on Israel’s violation of the Genocide Convention is welcomed by Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies (CIHRS). Held today 11 January and …
Urgent Appeal for Justice: Condemning the Unjust Prosecution of Dozens of Emiratis in the UAE
We, the undersigned human rights organizations, are deeply concerned by the new prosecutions brought by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) authorities against more than 80 Emiratis, some of whom are …
The EU should uphold human rights and accountability in negotiation of a strategic partnership with Egypt
We 14 NGOs urge the EU and its Member States to prioritize accountability and human rights reforms in ongoing negotiations for an EU strategic partnership with Egypt, notably regarding the …
Libya: Revoking Restrictive Decrees First Step Towards Freedom of Association
The Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies (CIHRS) and the Libya Platform applaud the decision on 4 December 2023 by the Baydaa First Instance Civil Court in eastern Libya to …
Cross-Regional “Don’t Buy Into Occupation” Coalition Exposes Extensive European Financial Ties between European Financial Institutions and Companies Linked to Israel’s Illegal Settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territory
Brussels – Updated research reveals, for the third year in a row, billions worth of loans, underwriting, shares and bonds of 776 European banks, asset managers, insurance companies and pension …
Algeria: Human Rights Organizations join the United Nations Special rapporteur call to release human rights defenders and activists
From November 26 to December 5, 2023, Ms. Mary Lawlor, United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of Human Rights Defenders, was able to make an official visit to Algeria. …