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Independent Commission Calls U.S. Police Killing of Blacks Crimes Against Humanity, But Lacks Enforcement Authority
On 5/3/21 at 6:00 AM EDT
An independent commission announced its findings on April 27 with the publication of a detailed report that alleges the existence of systemic racism inherent in police violence against Black Americans, which they argue constitutes crimes against humanity.
Although the commission has no enforcement authority, it made specific referrals to the United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC), the International Criminal Court (ICC), the Executive Branch of the U.S. Government and the U.S. Congress, among others.
In the U.S., the referrals included a call for reparations, action to review and retool existing law enforcement policies, and passage of legislation to hold law enforcement officers accountable when Black individuals die as a result of their encounters with police.
Swiss, Burundi foreign ministers discuss human rights
During his visit to the Swiss capital, Shingiro met with senior officials from the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation. Keystone / Peter Klaunzer
Switzerland’s foreign affairs minister Ignazio Cassis called on Burundi to implement concrete human rights reforms during a meeting with his counterpart from the small African nation, Albert Shingiro, in Bern on Monday.
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Cassis noted the good cooperation between the two countries while also reaffirming Switzerland’s willingness to support Burundi in the area of human rights.
Juan Carlos Gahona, brother of late journalist Ángel Gahona, addresses a crowd during a demonstration against the government of President Daniel Ortega in front of the Nicaraguan embassy in San José, Costa Rica, 21 June 2018, EZEQUIEL BECERRA/AFP via Getty Images We call on authorities to guarantee freedom of expression rights and We express our solidarity with Nicaraguan journalists and media workers, recognising their bravery, courage and unwavering commitment
It is disconcerting to note the unequal, exclusionary and discriminatory treatment received by independent journalists, who are prevented from carrying out their work and denied access to public information – including reliable information about the Covid-19 pandemic. In addition, independent journalists are constantly targeted with assaults and violations of their rights. This situation has been documented by national and international human rights organisations, as well as the local media.
A journalist and a camera operator wear personal protective equipment amidst the surge in COVID-19 infections, at a crematorium in New Delhi, India, 20 April 2021, Ganesh Chandra/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images April 2021 in Asia-Pacific: A free expression roundup produced by IFEX s regional editor Mong Palatino, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
Addressing India’s COVID-19 surge is made more difficult by authorities censoring information. Myanmar’s junta has resorted to publishing wanted lists, targeting journalists. A satirical playlist led to the brief incarceration of an artist in Malaysia. And Hong Kong’s first conviction around a violent attack during the 2019 protests? An investigative reporter.