El Salvador: The human cost of the state of exception could amount to crimes against humanity

AI justification

Systemic suspension of rights and mass arbitrary detentions violate core human rights frameworks. | The state of exception in El Salvador represents a severe and systemic undermining of fundamental human rights and democratic principles. It directly violates core UDHR and CRC articles, enabling arbitrary detentions and suspending legal protections without justification. The magnitude of harm is extreme, affecting thousands and potentially constituting crimes against humanity.