The State Department has released a report required by the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act, detailing the actions taken under this law in 2024. During the year, the U.S. designated 70 foreign individuals and entities involved in human rights abuses and corruption across 19 countries. These actions were part of efforts to hold accountable those involved in serious crimes like violence against women, bribery, and political repression. The report also highlights international cooperation with countries like Canada and the UK in enforcing these sanctions globally.
Simple Explanation
The State Department made a list of people and groups from 19 different countries who were punished for being bad, like hurting others or doing dishonest things. They worked with other countries to make sure these bad people couldn't do more harm.