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Leader of Myanmar's military-backed government seeks political legitimacy in Thailand visit

Leader of Myanmar's military-backed government seeks political legitimacy in Thailand visit

The leader of Myanmar's military-backed government has arrived in Thailand on an official visit

CESVI Seeks Protection Specialist to Enhance Humanitarian Programs

CESVI Seeks Protection Specialist to Enhance Humanitarian Programs

International humanitarian organization CESVI is recruiting a Protection Specialist to support its multi-country humanitarian protection programs. The role, which can be performed remotely or from CESVI's headquarters, focuses on strengthening General Protection, Child Protection, and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) programming in countries like Sudan, Myanmar, Ukraine, Venezuela, and Zimbabwe. The successful candidate will provide technical guidance, quality assurance, and mentoring to country teams, with frequent field missions to enhance protection services and community-based interventions. Applications are open until August 23, 2026, with the position expected to start in September 2026.

Leader of Myanmar's military-backed government arrives in Thailand seeking political legitimacy

Leader of Myanmar's military-backed government arrives in Thailand seeking political legitimacy

The leader of Myanmar's military-backed government has arrived in Thailand on an official visit

CPJ to Honor Journalists with 2026 International Press Freedom Awards

CPJ to Honor Journalists with 2026 International Press Freedom Awards

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has announced that it will honor journalists from six countries, including Colombia, Eritrea, El Salvador, Hungary, Lebanon, and Myanmar, at the 36th annual International Press Freedom Awards in New York. The event, scheduled for November 19, 2026, will recognize journalists who have shown exceptional courage and determination in reporting the news despite facing significant risks. Among the honorees is Carlos Dada from El Salvador, who will receive the Gwen Ifill Press Freedom Award for his sustained commitment to press freedom.

Malaysia Pledges Not to Repatriate Rohingya Refugees if Lives at Risk

Malaysia Pledges Not to Repatriate Rohingya Refugees if Lives at Risk

The Malaysian government has announced it will not proceed with the repatriation of 5,000 Rohingya refugees to Myanmar if their lives would be at risk. This decision comes amid criticism from rights groups, including Human Rights Watch, which warns that the refugees face persecution in Myanmar. Malaysia, which hosts a significant number of Rohingya refugees, is not a signatory to the UN Refugee Convention and does not formally recognize refugee status. The government is currently assessing the safety of returning the refugees, with Myanmar's military government indicating readiness to receive them.

Enlaps Tikee 4 Pack Camera Offers Advanced Time-Lapse Capabilities

Enlaps Tikee 4 Pack Camera Offers Advanced Time-Lapse Capabilities

Enlaps Tikee 4 Pack Camera Offers Advanced Time-Lapse Capabilities

Rights group warns Israel's policies are pushing the West Bank healthcare system to collapse

Rights group warns Israel's policies are pushing the West Bank healthcare system to collapse

A new report by Physicians for Human Rights Israel warns that Israel’s policies in the occupied West Bank have pushed the territory’s health system to the brink of collapse

Aung San Suu Kyi Meets Red Cross Official Amid Ongoing Detention

Aung San Suu Kyi Meets Red Cross Official Amid Ongoing Detention

Myanmar's former leader Aung San Suu Kyi met with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) representative, marking her first publicized meeting with a foreign official since her ousting in a 2021 military coup. Suu Kyi, who was deposed and jailed by the military, has been under house arrest since April. The meeting with Arnaud de Baecque, the ICRC's Resident Representative to Myanmar, was confirmed by the president's office. Images from the meeting show Suu Kyi in good health, providing proof of life amid concerns about her well-being. Her detention has been a point of contention internationally, with calls for her release and concerns about Myanmar's political situation.

Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi Meets Red Cross Representative After Years of Isolation

Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi Meets Red Cross Representative After Years of Isolation

Aung San Suu Kyi, Myanmar's former leader, met with Arnaud de Baecque, the International Committee of the Red Cross's representative, marking her first contact with a foreign official since her detention following the 2021 military coup. The meeting took place in Naypyitaw, the capital, and was conducted under ICRC's standards for visiting detainees. Suu Kyi's son, Kim Aris, expressed hope that this meeting could lead to further humanitarian progress, including direct family contact and her eventual release. The meeting comes amid ongoing international concerns about her health and the political situation in Myanmar.

Italy's Active Role in 61st UNHRC Session Highlights Human Rights Priorities

Italy's Active Role in 61st UNHRC Session Highlights Human Rights Priorities

During the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), Italy played a significant role in addressing key global issues. The session, which concluded on March 31, 2026, took place amidst a complex geopolitical context, including conflicts in the Middle East, Ukraine, Sudan, and Myanmar. Italy actively participated in discussions on the rights of children, people with disabilities, and freedom of religion and belief. The country emphasized the importance of protecting religious minorities and promoting peaceful coexistence. Italy also addressed the need for accountability for war crimes and the protection of cultural rights. The session highlighted Italy's commitment to human rights and its efforts to promote dialogue and concrete action on these issues.