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The plot against Khashoggi was never just about silencing one individual; it was a direct attack on freedom of expression…
We call on X to uphold its human rights responsibilities and ensure the safety of its users against state monitoring…
Justin Shilad, Middle East and North Africa research and advocacy lead at PEN America, said: “Saudi Arabia’s sentencing Mohammed al-Ghamdi…
Justin Shilad, PEN America’s research and advocacy lead for the Middle East and North Africa, said: “Saudi Arabia’s continued presence…
“After promises of seeking justice for Jamal Khashoggi’s murder, it is deeply disappointing to see the Biden Administration take the voluntary…
During 2021, Myanmar accounted for the single-largest increase of writers and public intellectuals newly jailed for exercising free expression, due…
It is hardly surprising that the regime behind his killing would view her work as a threat, but the horrifying…
PEN America joined POMED, Human Rights First, and CPJ in calling the U.S. government release of a report on the…
“Today is a day to celebrate Nouf’s and Loujain’s release, and to honor the efforts of Loujain’s family, who have…
