HRW urges govt to uphold rights while prosecuting Imran Khan's protest violence
A tense standoff continued between the police and Imran Khan supporters in Lahore, raising concerns about further violence.
Source: pakobserver.net
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Pakistan: Mass Arrests Target Political Opposition
Pakistani police have carried out mass arrests and detained more than 4,000 people in the wake of protests over the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, including members of the political opposition.
Source: hrw.org
Mexico: The IBA expresses concern over President Obrador's interference with judicial independence
The International Bar Association (IBA) expresses concern over Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s interference with judicial independence, following egregious and repeated remarks undermining the integrity of the country's Supreme Court, most recently during a press conference on 19 April 2023.
Source: ibanet.org
CHR urges swift decision on De Lima's 3rd illegal drugs case
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) said the acquittal of former senator Leila M. de Lima on her second illegal drugs case “demonstrates the commitment of the judiciary to the rule of law and justice." In a statement, the CHR expressed hopes for the swift decision by the Muntinlupa City regional trial court (RTC) on De Lima’s third case, particularly on her plea to post bail.
Source: mb.com.ph
Pakistan: Excessive Force against Violent Khan Protests
Pakistan’s police have fired on and used excessive force against protesters following the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan on corruption charges on May 9, 2023
Source: hrw.org