"In a statement, HRW said that the report in question raised complex and consequential issues. In our review process, we concluded that aspects of the research and the factual basis for our legal conclusions needed to be strengthened to meet Human Rights Watch's high standards. For that reason, the publication of the report was paused pending further analysis and research. This process is ongoing."
"I have lost my faith in the integrity of how we do our work and our commitment to principled reporting on the facts and application of the law, wrote Shakir in his resignation letter. As such, I am no longer able to represent or work for Human Rights Watch. The resignations have roiled one of the most prominent human rights groups in the world just as HRW's new executive director, Philippe Bolopion, begins his tenure."
Omar Shakir and Milena Ansari, who made up Human Rights Watch's entire Israel and Palestine team, resigned after leadership blocked a report characterizing Israel's denial of Palestinian refugees' right of return as a crime against humanity. They said the decision departed from customary approval processes and indicated prioritization of fear of political backlash over adherence to international law. Shakir stated he had lost faith in HRW's integrity and could no longer represent the organization. HRW said the report raised complex issues, required stronger factual and research basis, and that publication was paused pending further analysis.
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