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New in the @wsj.com: HRF CEO Thor Halvorssen on what comes next for Venezuela after Maduro’s arrest.
The cartel is the state, and Delcy Rodríguez can’t be trusted to lead a transition.
The cartel is the state, and Delcy Rodríguez can’t be trusted to lead a transition.
HRF condemns the attempt by the ruling Libre party in Honduras to obstruct the democratic transition set to take place on Jan. 27. The Honduran regime must respect constitutional rules and the independence of electoral institutions and officials.
January 16, 2026 at 8:51 PM
HRF condemns the attempt by the ruling Libre party in Honduras to obstruct the democratic transition set to take place on Jan. 27. The Honduran regime must respect constitutional rules and the independence of electoral institutions and officials.
HRF welcomes the release of a group of Venezuelan prisoners of conscience, including the 2025 Thulani Maseko Justice Prize laureate, Rocío San Miguel.
January 16, 2026 at 7:58 PM
HRF welcomes the release of a group of Venezuelan prisoners of conscience, including the 2025 Thulani Maseko Justice Prize laureate, Rocío San Miguel.
HRF calls on the UNWGAD to declare Iranian online activist and freelance editor Hossein Shanbehzadeh’s detention arbitrary under international law, and demands that the Iranian regime immediately release him and the many other prisoners of conscience detained in Iran for demanding human rights.
January 13, 2026 at 3:19 PM
HRF calls on the UNWGAD to declare Iranian online activist and freelance editor Hossein Shanbehzadeh’s detention arbitrary under international law, and demands that the Iranian regime immediately release him and the many other prisoners of conscience detained in Iran for demanding human rights.
At the 2025 NK Insider Forum, Kim Kang exposed the reality of forced labor under the North Korean regime.
Hear his testimonial and his call for international support in the struggle for human rights in North Korea: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tih2ixk4W4M
Hear his testimonial and his call for international support in the struggle for human rights in North Korea: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tih2ixk4W4M
January 12, 2026 at 7:41 PM
At the 2025 NK Insider Forum, Kim Kang exposed the reality of forced labor under the North Korean regime.
Hear his testimonial and his call for international support in the struggle for human rights in North Korea: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tih2ixk4W4M
Hear his testimonial and his call for international support in the struggle for human rights in North Korea: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tih2ixk4W4M
HRF condemns the Chinese government’s enforced silencing of Peng Shuai and the Women's Tennis Association (WTA)'s complicity.
January 12, 2026 at 3:53 PM
HRF condemns the Chinese government’s enforced silencing of Peng Shuai and the Women's Tennis Association (WTA)'s complicity.
HRF condemns the Ortega-Murillo regime’s latest escalation of political repression in Nicaragua, as authorities detain citizens for commenting on, reacting to, or expressing symbolic support for the capture of Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro.
January 12, 2026 at 3:51 PM
HRF condemns the Ortega-Murillo regime’s latest escalation of political repression in Nicaragua, as authorities detain citizens for commenting on, reacting to, or expressing symbolic support for the capture of Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro.
HRF condemns the Iranian dictatorship's decision to shut down the internet and block communication channels in response to the ongoing anti-regime protests. It is the thirteenth day of demonstrations, which have spread across at least 46 cities in 21 provinces.
January 9, 2026 at 9:51 PM
HRF condemns the Iranian dictatorship's decision to shut down the internet and block communication channels in response to the ongoing anti-regime protests. It is the thirteenth day of demonstrations, which have spread across at least 46 cities in 21 provinces.
HRF condemns the Chinese government's criminalization of Uyghur music and language. Banning songs, religious phrases, and cultural expression with the threat of prison erases collective identity and extends repression into daily life.
January 9, 2026 at 9:09 PM
HRF condemns the Chinese government's criminalization of Uyghur music and language. Banning songs, religious phrases, and cultural expression with the threat of prison erases collective identity and extends repression into daily life.
HRF condemns the recent escalation of repression in Cuba, as activists and opposition figures report intensified surveillance, police cordons, and arbitrary restrictions on movement in the wake of the capture of Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces.
January 9, 2026 at 9:05 PM
HRF condemns the recent escalation of repression in Cuba, as activists and opposition figures report intensified surveillance, police cordons, and arbitrary restrictions on movement in the wake of the capture of Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces.
Indian activist and scholar Umar Khalid remains in Delhi’s notorious Tihar jail. His case is a stark example of how the Modi government weaponizes anti-terror laws to indefinitely silence Muslim voices and crush dissent.
January 9, 2026 at 8:59 PM
Indian activist and scholar Umar Khalid remains in Delhi’s notorious Tihar jail. His case is a stark example of how the Modi government weaponizes anti-terror laws to indefinitely silence Muslim voices and crush dissent.
New in the @wsj.com: HRF CEO Thor Halvorssen on what comes next for Venezuela after Maduro’s arrest.
The cartel is the state, and Delcy Rodríguez can’t be trusted to lead a transition.
The cartel is the state, and Delcy Rodríguez can’t be trusted to lead a transition.
January 7, 2026 at 5:46 PM
New in the @wsj.com: HRF CEO Thor Halvorssen on what comes next for Venezuela after Maduro’s arrest.
The cartel is the state, and Delcy Rodríguez can’t be trusted to lead a transition.
The cartel is the state, and Delcy Rodríguez can’t be trusted to lead a transition.
On December 28, peaceful protests erupted across Iran. What began as demonstrations over economic hardship have evolved into nationwide calls for an end to the Islamic Republic. HRF continues to stand with the Iranian people demanding democracy.
January 7, 2026 at 5:23 PM
On December 28, peaceful protests erupted across Iran. What began as demonstrations over economic hardship have evolved into nationwide calls for an end to the Islamic Republic. HRF continues to stand with the Iranian people demanding democracy.
HRF condemns the Venezuelan regime’s declaration of a State of External Commotion and its orders to persecute anyone who celebrates the capture of dictator Nicolás Maduro.
January 7, 2026 at 3:00 PM
HRF condemns the Venezuelan regime’s declaration of a State of External Commotion and its orders to persecute anyone who celebrates the capture of dictator Nicolás Maduro.
On January 2, Burma's military-appointed Union Election Commission released partial results from the first phase of the country’s ongoing elections, showing a favorable lead for the military-backed Union Solidarity and Development Party.
January 6, 2026 at 4:32 PM
On January 2, Burma's military-appointed Union Election Commission released partial results from the first phase of the country’s ongoing elections, showing a favorable lead for the military-backed Union Solidarity and Development Party.
HRF condemns the recent arrest of Berta Soler, founder of the Ladies in White and a Havel Prize laureate, by the Cuban regime.
January 2, 2026 at 10:36 PM
HRF condemns the recent arrest of Berta Soler, founder of the Ladies in White and a Havel Prize laureate, by the Cuban regime.
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Happy New Year from the Oslo Freedom Forum!
As we step into the new year, we are determined to continue amplifying the voices of those advancing freedom and justice around the world.
As we step into the new year, we are determined to continue amplifying the voices of those advancing freedom and justice around the world.
January 1, 2026 at 6:40 PM
Happy New Year from the Oslo Freedom Forum!
As we step into the new year, we are determined to continue amplifying the voices of those advancing freedom and justice around the world.
As we step into the new year, we are determined to continue amplifying the voices of those advancing freedom and justice around the world.
HRF is deeply saddened by the passing of Dan Grossman, a visionary entrepreneur and steadfast leader whose life was dedicated to advancing human freedom worldwide.
January 1, 2026 at 7:06 PM
HRF is deeply saddened by the passing of Dan Grossman, a visionary entrepreneur and steadfast leader whose life was dedicated to advancing human freedom worldwide.
Happy new year from HRF! 🎉
As we enter 2026, we remain committed to defending human rights and amplifying the voices of those working for freedom and democracy worldwide.
Thank you for being part of this movement. Here's to another year of courage and impact.
As we enter 2026, we remain committed to defending human rights and amplifying the voices of those working for freedom and democracy worldwide.
Thank you for being part of this movement. Here's to another year of courage and impact.
January 1, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Happy new year from HRF! 🎉
As we enter 2026, we remain committed to defending human rights and amplifying the voices of those working for freedom and democracy worldwide.
Thank you for being part of this movement. Here's to another year of courage and impact.
As we enter 2026, we remain committed to defending human rights and amplifying the voices of those working for freedom and democracy worldwide.
Thank you for being part of this movement. Here's to another year of courage and impact.
Venezuela’s 2026 World Cup dream ended in a crushing 6-3 loss to Colombia.
But the bigger story? How the Maduro regime hijacked football to prop up dictatorship and punished the national team when it failed.
But the bigger story? How the Maduro regime hijacked football to prop up dictatorship and punished the national team when it failed.
December 26, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Venezuela’s 2026 World Cup dream ended in a crushing 6-3 loss to Colombia.
But the bigger story? How the Maduro regime hijacked football to prop up dictatorship and punished the national team when it failed.
But the bigger story? How the Maduro regime hijacked football to prop up dictatorship and punished the national team when it failed.
Happy Holidays from HRF! ✨
As we close out the year, we extend our sincere gratitude to our global community of dissidents, partners, and supporters. Your commitment to advancing human rights and democracy inspires everything we do.
As we close out the year, we extend our sincere gratitude to our global community of dissidents, partners, and supporters. Your commitment to advancing human rights and democracy inspires everything we do.
December 25, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Happy Holidays from HRF! ✨
As we close out the year, we extend our sincere gratitude to our global community of dissidents, partners, and supporters. Your commitment to advancing human rights and democracy inspires everything we do.
As we close out the year, we extend our sincere gratitude to our global community of dissidents, partners, and supporters. Your commitment to advancing human rights and democracy inspires everything we do.
This Christmas, Grace Jin Drexel reads a public letter to her father, Pastor Mingri "Ezra" Jin, founder of one of China's largest underground house churches. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Enku...
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December 24, 2025 at 3:41 PM
This Christmas, Grace Jin Drexel reads a public letter to her father, Pastor Mingri "Ezra" Jin, founder of one of China's largest underground house churches. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Enku...
HRF condemns Hong Kong’s choice to deny a public film screening on vague “national security” grounds. HRF calls for a transparent and independent review of all censorship decisions that affect artistic expression.
December 23, 2025 at 6:16 PM
HRF condemns Hong Kong’s choice to deny a public film screening on vague “national security” grounds. HRF calls for a transparent and independent review of all censorship decisions that affect artistic expression.
Burma’s Dec. 28 elections are not a return to democracy. It’s a playbook dictatorship move.
HRF and ALTSEAN urge Southeast Asian nations to call it what it is: a sham election.
HRF and ALTSEAN urge Southeast Asian nations to call it what it is: a sham election.
December 23, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Burma’s Dec. 28 elections are not a return to democracy. It’s a playbook dictatorship move.
HRF and ALTSEAN urge Southeast Asian nations to call it what it is: a sham election.
HRF and ALTSEAN urge Southeast Asian nations to call it what it is: a sham election.
HRF expresses concern surrounding the Chinese Communist Party's ongoing severe repression of religion and calls for the immediate release of all those detained for peacefully practicing their faith.
December 23, 2025 at 4:54 PM
HRF expresses concern surrounding the Chinese Communist Party's ongoing severe repression of religion and calls for the immediate release of all those detained for peacefully practicing their faith.