Human Rights Watch Rejects Donations from Riyadh Comedy Festival Performers Amid Activism Calls

Human Rights Watch has announced it cannot accept donations from comedians, including Aziz Ansari, who performed at the Riyadh Comedy Festival due to ongoing human rights violations in Saudi Arabia. The organization urges artists to advocate for the release of Saudi activists, emphasizing the conflict between entertainment and social justice. This situation raises critical questions about the role of performers in addressing human rights issues in a country with a troubling record.