Who’s Afraid of Twitter? The Absolute Monarch of Saudi Arabia, That’s Who
The head of Saudi Arabia’s religious police has said anyone who uses Twitter “has lost this world and his afterlife.” Previously,…
5-22-2013
Social Media and Social Change in the Gulf
A Bahraini court has sentenced six people to a year in prison for the crime of insulting the king, Hamad…
5-20-2013
Fresh Concerns for Safety of Nabeel Rajab, Others in Bahrain’s Custody
Washington, DC – Human Rights First today voiced concerns for the safety of jailed leading human rights defenders, including President…
5-15-2013
Arrest of Leading Activist Part of Emerging Trend in Egypt
Cairo, Egypt – Human Rights First today condemns the detention of democracy activist Ahmed Maher at the Cairo Airport today.…
5-10-2013
Indonesian Security Forces Continue to Struggle for Power
In 1998, Indonesia’s President Suharto fell from power, ushering in an unprecedented period of reformasi, or political reform. But progress…
5-10-2013
