Human Rights Today: 2-19-09

by John Richardson on February 19, 2009

Today’s update of human rights events around the world.

ZIMBABWE: Roy Bennett remanded in custody until 4 March

zimbabweflag 150x150 Human Rights Today: 2 19 09MDC Treasurer General, and Deputy Minister of Agriculture designate, Roy Bennett has been remanded in custody to the 4th of March 2009. The Magistrate indicated that he would hear submission and arguments on whether or not to grant him bail tomorrow (Thursday 19 February 2009).  This is Zimbabwe

MEXICO: Ordeal Ends for Sons of Alleged Guerrillas

Mexican flagAntonio and Héctor Cerezo, whose parents have been accused by the Mexican authorities of founding a guerrilla group, walked free out of prison this week after serving seven-and-a-half year sentences. According to human rights organizations, they were victims of state revenge.  IPS

CHINA: Aids takes deadly toll

chinaflag t Human Rights Today: 2 19 09Chinese officials have said that HIV/Aids was the leading cause of death last year, compared with other infectious diseases.  BBC

SWEDEN: Ex-Guantanamo man accepted

Swedish flagSweden has agreed to give asylum to a Chinese Muslim man who was held at Guantanamo Bay for almost five years.  BBC

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