Amnesty International 2025 annual report critiques global leadership

In its 2025 annual report, Amnesty International argues that world leaders have failed to confront major geopolitical figures, specifically naming U.S. President Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Secretary General Agnès Callamard characterizes these leaders as agents of destabilization who have prioritized military aggression over diplomacy and undermined post-World War II international institutions. The report alleges that the U.S. has engaged in extrajudicial killings and illegal aggressive actions against Venezuela and Iran, while criticizing the Trump administration for policies impacting women's rights. Russia is accused of aggressive expansionism following the invasion of Ukraine, and Israel is criticized for its ongoing military actions in the Gaza Strip. Callamard warns that the behaviors of these leaders encourage a 'proliferation of copycats' globally, leading to a more aggressive international environment. Conversely, the report highlights Spain as an exception for its critical stance on these developments and the international double standards being applied. The organization urges global leaders to resist these trends rather than appease the identified heads of state.