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CategoriesAdvocacy StatementsThe use of spyware by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia (KSA) to target human rights defenders, journalists, and political dissidents is a clear violation of international human rights law. Recent revelations about the extent of this surveillance have raised serious concerns about the impact on freedom of expression, privacy, and human rights […]
CategoriesAdvocacy Country ProfileSaudi Arabia has long been accused of monitoring dissidents and critics of the government using various methods, including spyware tools. The latest such tool to come to light is called “Reign,” which has been likened to the infamous Pegasus spyware. According to a recent report, Reign was used to spy on the iPhones of several […]
CategoriesAdvocacy Country Profile StatementsWashington Center for Human Rights (WCHR) demands the immediate and unconditional release of Salma al-Shehab and seven other detained Saudi women who have been on a hunger strike since March 23, 2023. These women have been unjustly detained and are protesting against their detention and trial, as well as demanding their release. Salma al-Shehab, a […]
CategoriesAdvocacy Country ProfileHuman rights abuses are a serious issue in many parts of the world, and the Middle East is no exception. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are two countries that have been criticized for their poor human rights records. In recent years, international organizations and foreign governments have played […]
CategoriesAdvocacy Country ProfileIntroduction Saudi Arabia (KSA) has been accused of numerous human rights abuses in recent years, including the brutal murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, the detention of women’s rights activists, and the ongoing war in Yemen. Despite these accusations, the Saudi government has faced little legal action or international sanctions for their actions. This article will […]
CategoriesAdvocacy Country ProfileThe use of torture and other forms of physical abuse against prisoners and detainees in KSA is a serious human rights concern that has been documented by numerous human rights organizations. Despite the government’s claims to the contrary, reports suggest that torture is routinely used in KSA’s prisons and detention centers, with little accountability for […]