Web pages about "Italy"

Human rights violations in cities around the world - 6 October 2008

As World Habitat Day focuses on the state of the housing rights situation across the globe, here are case studies from cities in Cambodia, Brazil, Italy, Israel and Angola.

Italy must stop the discrimination against Roma - 10 September 2008

Romani communities and settlements in Italy are being subjected to ongoing discrimination, both from the Italian authorities and members of the public.

Italy: A long-awaited verdict - 15 July 2008

Amnesty International welcomes the fact that the Italian magistrates have held individuals accountable for the brutalities that occurred in the Bolzaneto detention facility in Genoa, Italy

Fifteen officials found guilty of abusing Genoa G8 protesters - 15 July 2008

Amnesty International welcomes the fact that the Italian magistrates have held individuals accountable for the brutalities that occurred in the Bolzaneto detention facility in Genoa, Italy.

Video: Abu Omar, victim of rendition and secret detention - 24 June 2008

Abu Omar was rendered by US agents, via Germany, to Egypt, where he was held for nearly four years, including 14 months in secret detention.

European Court reaffirms ban on torture - 28 February 2008

The European Court of Human Rights has re-affirmed the absolute prohibition of torture and other inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment. 

Video: Worldwide actions to close Guantánamo - 18 January 2008

Thousands of people, including Amnesty International members and supporters from around the world, have taken action to mark the sixth anniversary of the first transfers of detainees to Guantánamo.

The world shouts 'Close Guantánamo' - 16 January 2008

Thousands join worldwide protests marking the sixth anniversary of the first transfers of detainees to Guantánamo on 11 January.