The Rights Weekender
![Women and children queue on September 15, 2016 to enter a nutrition clinic at an informal settlement in the outskirts of Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, in northeastern Nigeria.](/sites/default/files/styles/square/public/multimedia_images_2016/nigeria_idp_camp_fence.jpg?itok=jOK--nFO)
Duterte’s Abysmal Rights Record No Excuse for Backpedaling
UAE Has Dismal Human Rights Record
Beijing to Issue Basic Law Ruling While Case Before Courts
All Forces Should Take Necessary Precautions to Protect Civilians
Interim President Should Amnesty Political Prisoners
Overbroad Laws, Abusive Policing Undermine Counterterror Efforts
Decision to Redefine Childhood Should Help Deter Child Marriage
Investigative Journalist Should be Free on Bail as Trial Proceeds
Students Should be Able to Use Facilities Consistent With Gender Identity
8 Years for Protesting 2008-2009 Gaza War
Firing of Commander Not Sufficient to Address Mission’s Failings