Freed Ukrainian P.O.W.s Report Abuses in Russian Captivity
Ukrainian captives released in prisoner exchanges say that beatings were common, and that they suffered from woefully inadequate health care and food.
Human Rights and Human Rights Violations
Tunisians Mourn a Hard-Fought Freedom Rapidly Slipping Away
When reflecting on their Arab Spring revolution, Tunisians often say that freedom of expression was the only concrete achievement. As the country slides back toward autocracy, that, too, is being quickly eroded.
He Exposed Corruption in Guatemala. Now He Faces Prison.
The trial of José Rubén Zamora, the founder of a newspaper that long shone a spotlight on government graft, comes as critics say democracy in Guatemala is crumbling.
Cuban Government Is Responsible for Death of Oswaldo Payá, Report Says
The findings in the death of Oswaldo Payá contradict the Cuban government’s official version of what happened 11 years ago.
‘The State Killed My Brother’: Senegal in Uproar After Deadly Protests
After several protesters were killed by live ammunition this month in Senegal, many in the usually stable West African nation wonder what comes next.
Blinken’s Visit to Saudi Arabia Caps Biden Effort to Rebuild Ties
Biden aides are closely watching Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s overtures to China, his attitude toward Israel and his balancing act with Russia and Ukraine.
Vietnam Activist Jailed for Mocking Official’s Salt Bae Meal
A powerful Communist official ate a gold-encrusted steak in London. An activist who poked fun at the excess was sentenced to more than five years.
As Protesters Die, Peru’s Security Forces Face Little Scrutiny
In Peru, investigations into the killing of protesters by security forces are often closed without any charges, undermining people’s faith in their government.
Mexican Official, Alejandro Encinas, Victim of Pegasus Spyware Attack
While looking into abuses by the armed forces, the country’s top human rights official was targeted with Pegasus, the world’s most notorious spyware, The Times found.
Rules for Pentagon Use of Proxy Forces Shed Light on a Shadowy War Power
Newly disclosed documents include Special Operations forces directives for managing counterterrorism and irregular warfare surrogate fighters.