# human rights

Latest news group about human rights.

Government Disputes Human Rights Findings on Prabowo’s Free Meals Program

The Indonesian government says its free meals program advances human rights despite criticism from the national rights commission.
News Jun 17, 2026 | 12:12 pm

Rights Commission Finds ‘Strong Indications’ of Human Rights Violations in Free Meals Program

There have been 449 reported cases of mass food poisoning associated with the program, affecting 38,023 people across 36 provinces.
News Jun 15, 2026 | 10:05 pm

Pope Leo Makes Historic Apology for Vatican's Role in Legitimizing Slavery

The Vatican has insisted that it always upheld the dignity of all human beings as children of God.
News May 25, 2026 | 8:58 pm

Ad Hoc Judges in Indonesia to Receive Monthly Pay of Up to $6,000

Indonesia raises pay for specialist judges as officials push to strengthen judicial integrity and curb corruption risks.
News May 6, 2026 | 2:13 pm

Fallen Indonesian Peacekeeper to Receive Military Honors Upon Return

Indonesia honors fallen UN peacekeeper Rico Pramudia as his body returns home after dying from injuries sustained in Lebanon conflict.
News Apr 27, 2026 | 9:27 pm

Human Rights Body Probes Reported Killing of 12 Civilians in Papua Operation

Komnas HAM is investigating reports that 12 civilians, including women and children, were killed in a TNI operation in Central Papua.
News Apr 18, 2026 | 3:32 pm

Iran’s Soccer Team Honors Victims of Deadly School Strike

Iran’s soccer team honors children killed in a deadly school strike, as tensions rise and World Cup participation faces uncertainty.
News Mar 28, 2026 | 2:58 pm

Indonesian Military Intelligence Chief Steps Down Amid Acid Attack Probe

The head of the Strategic Intelligence Agency (Bais) stepped down as four officers were detained over an acid attack on a rights activist.
News Mar 25, 2026 | 11:21 pm

Police Probe Acid Attack on Human Rights Activist

Police are investigating an acid attack on human rights activist Andrie Yunus of KontraS.
News Mar 13, 2026 | 10:18 pm

Iran Sentences Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi to 7 More Years in Prison

Mohammadi, 53, was at risk of being put back into prison after she received a furlough in December 2024 over medical concerns.
News Feb 9, 2026 | 12:19 am

Indonesia’s Gaza Diplomacy Tested by Trump’s UN-Free Peace Framework

Conflict-resolution mechanisms operating without UN involvement could set a dangerous precedent, the expert warns.
News Jan 23, 2026 | 8:21 am

Human Rights Are Not Optional: The Business Case for HRDD in Indonesia

Corporate decisions can either strengthen community resilience or exacerbate the impact of disasters.
Opinion Dec 16, 2025 | 5:55 pm

Decades Later, Marsinah Becomes Indonesia’s First Labor National Hero

Marsinah, a factory worker slain in 1993 for defending labor rights, is named Indonesia’s first labor activist honored as National Hero.
News Nov 11, 2025 | 3:02 pm

Minister Mukhtarudin Vows Swift Repatriation of Indonesians Rescued from Cambodian Scam Network

Indonesia plans to repatriate 110 citizens rescued from an online scam syndicate in Cambodia, Minister Mukhtarudin says.
News Oct 23, 2025 | 9:36 pm

Indonesia to Repatriate 97 Nationals After Fleeing Online Scam Compound in Cambodia

Indonesia to repatriate 97 citizens detained after a violent escape from an online scam compound in Cambodia’s Kandal province.
News Oct 21, 2025 | 1:33 pm

Prabowo Reaffirms Indonesia’s Support After Gaza Peace Accord

President Prabowo says Israel will withdraw its troops from Gaza following a ceasefire agreement at the Sharm el-Sheikh Peace Summit.
News Oct 14, 2025 | 5:25 pm

Trump Hails ‘Once-in-a-Lifetime Chance’ for Middle East Peace

Trump called for a “new era of harmony” as world leaders met in Egypt to secure Gaza’s fragile ceasefire and begin rebuilding.
News Oct 14, 2025 | 10:27 am

Trump Arrives in Egypt to Push Gaza Peace Plan at Global Summit

Trump arrives in Egypt for a Gaza summit after visiting Israel, seeking to turn a fragile ceasefire with Hamas into lasting peace.
News Oct 13, 2025 | 9:32 pm

Israel, Hamas Begin Indirect Peace Talks in Egypt as Gaza War Nears Second Anniversary

Israel and Hamas begin indirect talks in Egypt on a US peace plan to end the Gaza war, even as Israeli strikes continue to hit the enclave.
News Oct 6, 2025 | 9:37 pm