Amnesty International, in its annual report released today, Tuesday, called on nations to adopt a decisive stance against the brutal forces threatening global security and peace. The organization emphasized that many political leaders, such as U.S. President Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, displayed fear in 2025 when confronted with these forces instead of addressing them directly.
The organization's Secretary General, Agnès Callamard, stated during the report's presentation in London that brutal forces are seeking to dominate global resources, and that political leaders are acting in ways that challenge the rules and international organizations established after World War II. Instead of confronting these challenges, most governments have opted for a policy of appeasement, including many European nations.
Details of the Report
The report indicated that the United States is conducting extrajudicial killings and unlawful attacks in countries such as Venezuela and Iran, and threatens to seize Greenland. Callamard pointed out that the Trump administration has undermined decades of efforts to defend women's rights, asserting that both the U.S. and Russian presidents share a global vision characterized by racism and masculinity.
The report also addressed the genocide being perpetrated by Israel against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, despite the so-called ceasefire reached in October. It confirmed that only a few countries have dared to raise their voices against the prioritization of military force over diplomatic efforts.
Background & Context
Historically, international institutions have faced the worst attacks since 1948, with the United States imposing sanctions on judges and prosecutors at the International Criminal Court and withdrawing from numerous international agreements. The current conflict in the Middle East illustrates how international law is being ignored, starting from the unlawful attacks carried out by the U.S. and Israel, extending to Iran's responses.
The report also highlighted human rights violations in Burma, where armed conflict has escalated five years after the military coup, resulting in a record number of airstrikes, including attacks on schools.
Impact & Consequences
Concerns are rising that these policies may exacerbate humanitarian crises in conflict areas, where women and girls in Sudan are systematically subjected to sexual violence. Despite the grim picture, the organization noted some hope through the establishment of a special war court in Ukraine and the transfer of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte to the International Criminal Court.
Callamard expressed hope that the refusal of some European countries to join attacks against Iran might signal the beginning of a new resurgence, but she warned that this historic moment threatens to destroy everything built over the past 80 years.
Regional Significance
These calls from Amnesty International are significant for the Arab world, reflecting the challenges faced by nations in confronting brutal forces. The crises in Gaza, Sudan, and Burma underscore the urgent need for Arab and international solidarity to protect human rights.
In conclusion, the organization reaffirmed that the time has come to stand against these brutal forces, urging nations to adopt more resolute policies to protect human rights and promote peace.