Torture
The prohibition against torture is a bedrock principle of international law. Torture, as well as cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment, is banned at all times, in all places, including in times of war. No national emergency, however dire, ever justifies its use. No one may ever be returned to a place where they would face torture. Many countries and armed groups nonetheless have engaged in torture. Human Rights Watch documents the use of torture all over the world. We are committed to pressing government authorities to act to prevent torture, as well as bringing those who engage in torture to justice. We also work to ensure that victims of torture obtain redress, including an enforceable right to fair and adequate compensation, and full rehabilitation.
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Middle East/North Africa
Human Rights Council: Countries Should Take Bold Action on EgyptFebruary 9, 2021
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Turkey: Enforced Disappearances, Torture
Investigate Disappearances; End Threats to Detainee and His Family
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Yemen: Saudi Forces Torture, ‘Disappear’ Yemenis
At Least 5 Detainees from al-Mahrah Illegally Transferred to Saudi Arabia
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Yemen: UAE-Backed Forces Torture Journalist
Adel al-Hasani Apparently Detained for Critical Reporting
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Human Rights Council: Countries Should Take Bold Action on Egypt
Monitoring, Tough Message on Dire Rights Situation Long Overdue
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Joint Letter to the European Union Ahead of Meeting With Bahraini Delegation
EU-Bahrain Cooperation Agreement Must Depend on Human Rights Improvements
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UN: Grave Allegations Involving Visiting Bangladesh Army Chief
Documentary Alleges Links Between General Aziz and Security Force Abuses
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North Korea: Covid-19 Intensified Systematic Repression
Kim Jong Un Uses Pandemic to Further Isolate Population
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Yemen: Jailed Journalists Face Abuse, Death Penalty
Houthi Authorities Should Free 4 Reporters Wrongfully Convicted
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Belarus: Expert Report Calls for International Inquiry into Torture
Documented Wide Range of Government Abuses against Protesters, Political
