On June 12, 2023, the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) decided to issue this resolution to follow up and partially lift precautionary measures pursuant to the terms of Article 25 of its Rules of Procedure.
The IACHR decided to keep in force the precautionary measures in favor of (1) Semma Julissa Villanueva Barahona; (2) Gregoria América Gomez Ramírez; and (3) Karla Vanessa Beltrán Cruz, as well as their respective families. At the time of taking the decision, the Commission considered the protection measures State authorities have taken in favor of beneficiaries. However, the Commission also considered the ongoing risk factors against them. Consequently, with a view to continue assessing whether to keep these precautionary measures in force, the Commission requested
On the other hand, the IACHR decided to lift the precautionary measures in favor of Dicciana Noreyda Ferrufino and her family unit in Honduras. At the time of making its decision, the Commission took into account the lack of reported risk events against the beneficiary Dicciana Noreyda Ferrufino in recent years, in addition to the willingness and actions taken by the State during the time these precautionary measures were in force. Upon not identifying compliance with the procedural requirements set forth in Article 25 of the Rules of Procedure, the IACHR decided to partially lift these precautionary measures.
The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) decides to issue this follow-up resolution on precautionary measures in the terms of Article 25 of its Rules of Procedure. The Commission regrets the lack of State response regarding the measures adopted to implement these precautionary measures. In view of the information available and evaluated as a whole, the Commission makes an urgent appeal to the Cuban State to adopt prompt and immediate measures for the implementation of the precautionary measures considering that the risk factors remain in force under Article 25 of the Rules of Procedure.
Pursuant to the terms of Article 25 of its Rules of Procedure, the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) decides to issue this Modification and Follow-up Resolution regarding precautionary measures. The Commission regrets the lack of response from the State regarding the measures adopted to implement these precautionary measures. In view of the information available, which has been evaluated as a whole, the Commission decided to modify the precautionary measures, given the change in the circumstances of the beneficiary's situation, as he is now in detention. In addition, taking into account his current situation of deprivation of liberty, the Commission urgently calls on the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela to adopt prompt actions for the implementation of precautionary measures, considering that the risk factors remain in force under the terms of Article 25 of the Rules of Procedure.
On October 27, 2022, the Inter-American Commission extended precautionary measures in favor of 11 members of "União dos Povos Indígenas do Vale de Javari" (UNIVAJA) in Brazil. According to the information received, the beneficiaries are at risk due to their work protecting the Vale do Javari indigenous peoples and their territory, as well as for their direct participation in the searches for Bruno Araújo Pereira and Dom Phillips and their demand for justice regarding their murders. Upon analyzing the submissions of fact and law furnished by the parties, the Commission considers that the information presented shows prima facie that the 11 persons identified are in a serious and urgent situation, given that their rights to life and personal integrity are at serious risk. Consequently, in accordance with Article 25 of the Rules of Procedure of the IACHR, Brazil is requested to:
The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) decides to issue this follow-up resolution on precautionary measures in the terms of Article 25 of its Rules of Procedure. The Commission regrets the absence of the State response regarding the measures adopted to implement these precautionary measures. In view of the information available and evaluated as a whole, the Commission makes an urgent appeal to the Republic of Cuba to adopt prompt measures for the implementation of the precautionary measures considering that the risk factors remain in force under Article 25 of the Rules of Procedure.
The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) decides to issue this follow-up resolution on precautionary measures in the terms of Article 25 of its Rules of Procedure. The IACHR recalls the continuous requests that the representatives issued for the precautionary measures to be duly implemented, in addition to the new threatening events alleged. It also considers the reported challenges in carrying out the protection measures to be adopted, which was reported by both parties. In this sense, the IACHR identifies challenges that arose during the time the measures were in force; addresses questions from the parties; develops the scope of these precautionary measures; and is at the parties' disposal to continue with their implementation.
The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) decides to issue this follow-up resolution on precautionary measures in the terms of Article 25 of its Rules of Procedure. The Commission regrets the lack of response from the State regarding the measures adopted to implement these precautionary measures. In view of the information available, evaluated as a whole, the Commission makes an urgent appeal to the State of Venezuela to adopt prompt measures for the implementation of the precautionary measures considering that the risk factors remain in force under Article 25 of the Rules of Procedure.
The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) decides to issue this follow-up resolution on precautionary measures in the terms of Article 25 of its Rules of Procedure. The IACHR values the actions implemented by the State, as well as the observations provided by the beneficiaries' representation. The IACHR makes certain clarifications and places itself at the disposal of the parties stating its willingness to carry out an on-site visit when circumstances permit and following the State's consent. As background information, the IACHR had the opportunity to visit the area in 2017.
The IACHR decided to continue deploying the Special Follow-up Team (ESE, by its Spanish acronym) for the activities that have been scheduled based on the ongoing Work Plan.
On July 29, 2016, the IACHR emitted a resolution to reaffirm the present precautionary measures and required the State to redouble its efforts in order to implement all the necessary actions to determine the location or destination of the beneficiaries of the present precautionary measures, in the terms of resolution of October 3, 2014. Furthermore and considering the position of the parties, the IACHR considered the necessity of implementing a special security mechanism. The terms of the special security mechanism are stated in the resolution.
On February 25, 2002, the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights received a request for precautionary measures in favor of the 254 detainees who were being held by the United States at its Naval Station in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, at that time. On March 12, 2002, the Commission granted precautionary measures, requesting that the United States take the urgent measures necessary to have the legal status of the detainees determined by a competent tribunal.
On March 12, 2002, approximately 2 months after the United States began transferring individuals captured in connection with the US-led military operation against the former Taliban regime in Afghanistan and the terrorist organization Al-Qaida to its naval base at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights granted precautionary measures in favor of the detainees at Guantanamo Bay requesting that the United States take the "urgent measures necessary to have the legal status of the detainees at Guantanamo determined by a competent tribunal." The Commission considered that, without this determination, the fundamental and non-derogable rights of the detainees may not be recognized and guaranteed by the United States.