UN Council 56 Warns of Threats to Civic Freedoms

The Ontario Superior Court's injunction in favor of the University of Toronto regarding the encampment is criticized by Amnesty International Canada and CLAIHR for hindering the right of peaceful assembly and setting a dangerous precedent. Human Rights Defenders advocating for Palestinians' rights face obstacles due to the ruling. A UN Special Rapporteur warns of global threats to freedom of peaceful assembly and association, citing authoritarianism, populism, and anti-rights narratives. The report highlights how governments suppress these rights using laws and stigmatizing campaigns. The international community emphasizes the importance of safeguarding these rights to protect democracy, human rights, and peace amid increasing challenges from authoritarian regimes.