🚨#Israel plans for more potential war crimes and ethnic cleansing in the West Bank as Defense Minister Israel Katz instructs the military to take control of another West Bank refugee camp. New from @hrw.org 👇 www.hrw.org/news/2026/07...
Alice Autin
@aliceautin.bsky.social
International Justice and Communications officer, @hrw in Brussels
#Sahel: #EU regrets #Niger #BurkinaFaso #Mali withdrew from Intl Criminal Court. Great @anouarelanouni.bsky.social responded to media inquiry but there should be dedicated @eudiplomacy.bsky.social statement denouncing this move & urging them to re-join ICC. audiovisual.ec.europa.eu/en/media/vid...
Withdrawal of Int'l Crim Court of #BurkinaFao #Mali #Niger is betrayal to victims. @eudiplomacy.bsky.social should publicly denounce it & urge them to reverse decision. Not doing so undermines justice in the #Sahel & globally. @tamara-aburamadan.bsky.social's take 👇 www.hrw.org/news/2026/07...
Sahel Countries’ Withdrawal From ICC Betrays Victims
Niger on June 18 and Burkina Faso and Mali on June 24 notified the United Nations secretary-general of their respective decisions to withdraw from the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court ...
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Hungary’s Sovereignty Protection Office has been abolished The SPO was a nasty entity that went after independent journalists, academic and NGOs. A short piece for @hrw.org on this important step in restoring the rule of law and human rights in post-Fidesz Hungary. www.hrw.org/news/2026/07...
Hungary’s Sovereignty Protection Office Abolished
Hungary’s parliament voted overwhelmingly on June 30 to abolish the Sovereignty Protection Office, an institution created by the previous Fidesz government to target independent journalists, civil soc...
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Hungary's decision to stay in the ICC is a key moment in restoring rule of law in the country. It should also serve as a catalyst for consistent, unwavering support for international justice and the ICC in EU Council conclusions. @aliceautin.bsky.social for @hrw.org www.hrw.org/news/2026/06...
EU Should Build on Hungary’s Recommitment to ICC
With Hungary's reversal of its decision to leave the International Criminal Court (ICC), the European Union has an opportunity to extend the significance of this moment for international justice well ...
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“Orbán’s government is about to roll out the red carpet again for Netanyahu, when it is obligated to arrest him. Silence and persistent inaction from the EU risks sending a dangerous message of acquiescence as the Israeli government continues to be responsible for atrocities.” New from @hrw.org⤵️
Hungary: Arrest Netanyahu if He Visits
Hungarian authorities should arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he enters Hungarian territory.
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Libyan authorities should urgently surrender Osama Elmasry Njeem to the @IntlCrimCourt where he is wanted for murder, torture, rape. For too long, those responsible for grave abuses in Libya have been allowed to evade accountability. Time to flip the script. www.hrw.org/news/2026/03...
Libya: Surrender International Criminal Court Suspect
Libyan authorities should urgently surrender Osama Elmasry Njeem to the International Criminal Court (ICC), where he is wanted for serious crimes.
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La chute du régime de Bachar el-Assad en 2024 a offert une chance inespérée de s'attaquer au problème de l'impunité en #Syrie. 👉 Comment les autorités de transition syriennes et la communauté internationale peuvent garantir une justice véritable et impartiale pour les crimes commis en Syrie.
Des efforts collectifs sont essentiels pour la justice en Syrie
La chute du régime de Bachar el-Assad en décembre 2024 a marqué un tournant historique pour la Syrie et, après des décennies d'atrocités, potentiellement pour la justice.
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#EU states have key responsibility to show full support to Int'l Criminal Court as attacks by #Russia & #USA undermine its work. 🗣️ Speak up against US sanctions 🛡️ Use blocking statute & other measures to protect ICC, its officials & civil society www.hrw.org/news/2025/12...
International Criminal Court: Justice at Risk
Member countries of the International Criminal Court (ICC) should intensify efforts to protect the court and human rights groups campaigning for justice from attack.
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Totally sharing @michaelmcgratheu.bsky.social's view that #Putin & others responsible for #Russia's crimes in #Ukraine should not evade justice. But would have been important to show clear support for Int'l Crim Court. Missed opportunity on day-1 of ICC's assembly. www.politico.eu/article/dona...
Almost a year ago, the fall of #Assad marked a historic shift after decades of atrocities, giving Syrians renewed hope for truth, justice and redress. HRW's new report advises on steps to advance comprehensive justice meet moment & reaffirm intl law. 🖇️: www.hrw.org/news/2025/11...
#July17 is ⚖️ International Justice Day ⚖, the anniversary of the #ICC's founding treaty, the Rome Statute. ✊🙌 It's a day to reflect on courageous efforts around the 🌏 to ensure justice for the worst crimes through national and international courts. #JusticeMatters #NGOVoices
When EU foreign ministers meet next Monday, they must pair words with strong action to defend the ICC. After new US sanctions on ICC judges, Slovenia & Belgium have urged the EU to activate the blocking statute. The Commission should follow through. www.hrw.org/news/2025/06...
EU Foreign Ministers Should Pledge to Defend Justice
When the EU’s 27 foreign ministers meet on June 23, they should make defending the International Criminal Court (ICC) from escalating attacks by the Trump administration a top priority.
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After refusing to arrest ICC fugitive Netanyahu, Hungary is now doubling down on impunity by withdrawing from the court. The EU cannot afford to stay silent as member states weaken the ICC, at odds with 🇪🇺 values, laws & objectives. Now, how will the EU respond? hrw.org/news/2025/06...
Hungary: Orbán Government Withdraws from ICC
Hungary’s withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC) is an insult to victims and survivors of the world’s worst crimes.
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Trump administration sanctions ICC judges just for doing their jobs for justice amid grave crimes in Israel&Palestine & as Israeli atrocities mount in Gaza, incl. w/ US complicity. They're a blatant attack on rule of law. @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu @kajakallas.bsky.social & Com.McGrath: time to act!
Important that Belgium’s Justice Minister reminds the Prime minister - no one is above the law. All EU members should unequivocally affirm it will enforce all legal obligations under the Rome Statute, including executing all ICC arrest warrants
Willem Staes@willemstaes.bsky.social · last yr.BREAKING: Belgian Minister of Justice @anneliesverlinden.bsky.social on ICC arrest warrants: "Belgium, as a state party, is legally obliged to carry out requests for arrest and transfer issued by the court." Also notes that immunity argument does not apply to Netanyahu. www.vrt.be/vrtnws/nl/20...
🚨The European Union should defend the International Criminal Court amid serious attacks on its mandate & mission, say 58 NGOs. These attacks could undermine justice for victims of serious international crimes around the world. www.hrw.org/news/2025/04...
EU Should Defend the ICC
The European Union should defend the International Criminal Court (ICC) amid serious attacks on its mandate and mission, 57 nongovernmental groups said today. These attacks could undermine justice for...
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Orban’s invitation to Netanyahu is: 📍an affront to victims of serious crimes 📍a breach of Hungary's ICC obligations 📍Orban's latest assault on the rule of law ⚠️ICC member countries & the EU need to make clear they expect Hungary to arrest Netanyahu hrw.org/news/2025/04...
Hungary: Arrest, Don’t Welcome ICC Fugitive Netanyahu
Hungary should deny entry to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu or arrest him if he enters the country. Netanyahu’s office announced that he is planning to travel to Hungary on April 2, 2025 fo...
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Without strong safeguards & oversight, Syria’s constitutional declaration risks entrenching executive power over fundamental freedoms. Given the rampant unchecked authority of the previous govt, any new system should aim to hold everyone accountable for abuses & crimes.
Syria: Constitutional Declaration Risks Endangering Rights
Syria’s newly approved constitutional declaration, meant to govern the country’s transitional phase, concentrates power in the executive and could undermine the independence of the judiciary.
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Strong res by @europarl.europa.eu on dramatic crisis in #Sudan, calling for sanctions on leaders of #RSF & pro #SAF militia, support to protection of civilians & extension of UN arm embargo. @kajakallas.bsky.social: Civilians don't deserve #EU's inaction. www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...
Good to read @kajakallas.bsky.social's support to work hand in hand with int'l accountability mechanisms to bring perpetrators of atrocities in #Ukraine to justice. Should also mean speaking up against & shielding @intlcrimcourt.bsky.social from flawed sanctions. www.eeas.europa.eu/eeas/united-...
🚨The arrest of former Philippine President Duterte & his transfer to the ICC is a historic step toward justice. He is accused of arresting and killing thousands of mostly impoverished people in urban areas during his brutal nationwide “war on drugs.” www.hrw.org/news/2025/03...
Philippines: Duterte Arrested on ICC Warrant
The arrest of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte and his transfer to the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague is a historic step toward justice, Human Rights Watch said today.
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Les autorités philippines ont arrêté l'ancien président Rodrigo Duterte sur la base d'un mandat d'arrêt de la CPI. Son arrestation offre un espoir de justice pour les victimes et leurs familles.
The violence in #Syria’s coastal region highlights the urgent need for justice. All parties - incl HTS & 🇹🇷-backed SNA - must be held accountable for human rights abuses. Justice must apply to all, not just some. www.hrw.org/news/2025/03...
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EU policy is clear: no non-essential contacts with ICC fugitives. Yet 🇨🇿 MFA meets w/ Netanyahu, wanted for atrocity crimes in #Gaza. Will the EU & other member states ask why this meeting took place & ensure 🇨🇿 uphold its commitments under 🇪🇺 guidelines? hrw.org/news/2024/11...
EU Cooperation in International Criminal Court Arrests
The document makes six recommendations to the EU and its member states to advance arrest strategies for outstanding ICC arrest warrants. These arrest strategies include complying with the clear legal ...
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It's more than evidence, it's public advertisement! It should have been a red flag over EU's decision to add 20mil EUR support for #Rwanda's forces in Mozambique, while its commanders were involved in supporting #M23 abuses in #DRCongo. euobserver.com/eu-and-the-w... @euobserver.com
Philippe Dam@philippedam.bsky.social · last yr.3️⃣Stop military cooperation & arms sales that directly or indirectly empower #Rwanda's support to #M23 in #DRCongo. EU's "EPF" support to Rwanda's deployment in Mozambique is lacking basic safeguard if it allows #Rwanda to move commanders from DRC to MOZ with no consequence.
"We cannot let the US decide whether we can or cannot launch an investigation, ask for reparations for victims or condemn a war criminal" Powerful call to action by @JosepBorrellF, @MounirSatouri, @DenisMukwege & others urging EU to defend the ICC against sanctions. www.politico.eu/article/inte...
Victims of international crimes need justice — and the ICC
We call on the EU’s member countries and institutions to be the voice of human dignity globally, and to mobilize, defend and support the court.
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#Rwanda backed #M23 ordered already displaced civilians to leave camps west of #Goma in Eastern #DRCongo. This is cruel & possible war crime. #EU should take urgent action: sanction high-level commanders involved in abuses, suspend flawed deals w/ #Rwanda. www.hrw.org/news/2025/02... @hrw.org
DR Congo: M23 Drives Displaced People From Goma Camps
The Rwanda-backed M23 armed group has unlawfully ordered tens of thousands of displaced people to leave the camps around Goma in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
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Trump’s ICC sanctions met immediate expressions of support for ICC from around the globe. Yet, EU's @kajakallas.bsky.social silence to date has been deafening, esp. in light of her predecessor’s quick reaction to the 2020 ICC sanctions during Trump’s first term. www.hrw.org/news/2025/02...
World Responds to Trump’s Targeting of International Criminal Court
US President Donald Trump issued an executive order on February 6 authorizing sanctions on International Criminal Court (ICC) officials and others supporting the court’s work. The ICC’s prosecutor, Ka...
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Ahead of intl conferences on Syria in Paris & Brussels, EU member states should articulate a clear strategy in support of the aspirations & needs for rights protection of Syrian people & civil society groups. The toppling of Assad's abusive gov should be an opportunity for Syria’s new leadership...
Letter to the EU Member States Ahead of the Syria Conference in Paris
Recommendations to the Foreign Ministers of EU Member States Ahead of the Syria Conference in Paris on February 13
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