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U.S.: Sanction Israeli Prison Officials Responsible for Torture, Abuse of Palestinians
The U.S. government should sanction Israeli prison officials responsible for widespread and systematic torture of Palestinians in custody, as detailed in a new report by the United Nations Committee Against
DAWN Statement in Response to President Trump's Defense of Mohammed bin Salman over Jamal Khashoggi's Murder
(Washington, D.C., November 18, 2025) — In response to President Trump's defense of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman over Jamal Khashoggi's murder during today's White House meeting, DAWN issues the
U.S. Advocacy Groups Urge United States and Partners to Reject Azerbaijani Role in Gaza Security Force
We urge the United States and other international partners to reject any Azerbaijani role, citing Azerbaijan’s deep military and intelligence ties with Israel, as well as its record of human
(Washington, DC) – The United States government, including Congress, should address Saudi human rights abuses during Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s expected visit to Washington, DC, on November 18, 2025,
DAWN Statement in Response to Turkey's Arrest Warrants for Israeli Officials
"Turkish authorities should submit these arrest warrants to Interpol immediately and ensure that international mechanisms are fully deployed to hold Israeli war criminals accountable," said Raed Jarrar
DAWN's Statement in Response to Mass Killings in Sudan
(Washington, D.C., October 28, 2025) — In response to reports of mass killings by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in el-Fasher, Sudan, DAWN issues the following statement:
