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Welcome to the OIPA International News Hub, where we bring together the most significant stories, updates, and achievements. From impactful rescue missions and advocacy campaigns to legal victories and inspiring adoption stories, this page is your gateway to understanding how we work tirelessly for the welfare of animals worldwide. Stay informed and celebrate the progress we’re making together!
Egypt: alarming reports of stray dogs captured and abandoned in the desert – OIPA calls for immediate action
OIPA ETS is deeply concerned by the alarming reports emerging from Alexandria, Egypt, regarding the treatment of stray dogs during recent...
Animalandia Maya: Mexican Authorities Respond to OIPA’s Appeal and Confirm Ongoing Wildlife Protection Measures
OIPA ETS has received an official response from Mexico’s Federal Attorney for Environmental Protection (PROFEPA) following the organization’s...
OIPA ETS Calls for Institutional Action Over Serious Animal Welfare Cases in Croatia
OIPA ETS, with the support of its Campaign Ambassador in Croatia, has formally addressed the competent Croatian authorities and relevant European...
OIPA ETS Welcomes Shao Ran as Its New Representative in China
OIPA ETS is pleased to welcome Shao Ran as its new Representative in China, strengthening its international network and its commitment to promoting...
South Korea’s dog meat ban: OIPA calls for transparency over the fate of thousands of dogs
South Korea is preparing to turn the page on a practice that has caused suffering to thousands of animals for decades: the consumption of dog meat....
Italy: OIPA Zoophile Guards Intervene to Rescue Dog Left Under the Scorching Sun on a Rooftop in Naples
A dog forced to spend his days and nights on a rooftop terrace under the scorching summer sun has been rescued in Qualiano, in the province of...
OIPA Tanzania Dog Training & Community Welfare Programme
A different future begins with education In the rural communities of Mpwapwa, in central Tanzania, dogs are an important part of everyday life. Yet...
A New Safe Haven for Stray Animals Opens in Morocco
On 13 June 2026, a new chapter for animal welfare in Morocco began with the inauguration of a shelter for stray dogs and cats in Aïn Jouhara, near...
OIPA ETS Calls for an End to Horse-Drawn Carriages After Another Tragedy in New York
OIPA ETS expresses deep concern following the recent death of Deniz, a 16-year-old carriage horse who collapsed and died in Central Park, New York,...
OIPA ETS Sends Formal Letter to Albanian Authorities Over Growing Concerns for Stray Animals
OIPA ETS has formally addressed Albanian authorities regarding a series of serious concerns related to animal welfare and the management of stray...
OIPA Romania Joins Dream Night Event, Bringing Inclusion, Joy and Compassion for Animals to Children Facing Daily Challenges
On 5 June, OIPA Romania proudly took part in Dream Night Event, an international initiative organized by Târgu Mureș Zoo and dedicated to children...
India: OIPA Representative Calls for Investigation Following the Discovery of More Than 500 Dead Cows in Rajasthan
A shocking case involving the discovery of more than 500 dead cows in a dumping area in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, has prompted immediate action from...
Sterilization, Not Euthanasia: Emergency Appeal for Romania
An Urgent Campaign to Prevent Suffering Across the region, stray dogs are facing increasing risk of capture, shelter confinement, and possible...
OIPA ETS Welcomes Zahra El Amari as Representative for Morocco
OIPA ETS is pleased to welcome Zahra El Amari as its new Representative in Morocco. Driven by a deep commitment to animal welfare, Zahra founded...
World Environment Day: Protecting Animals Means Protecting Our Planet
Every year on 5 June, World Environment Day serves as a global reminder of the importance of protecting our planet and addressing the environmental...
Animal Cruelty Online: Why Sharing Violent Content Is Not the Best Way to Help
Every day, social media platforms are flooded with images and videos showing acts of cruelty, abuse and violence against animals. Faced with such...
OIPA ETS Welcomes Alpha Maiseli as New Representative for Tanzania
In many communities across Tanzania, access to veterinary care remains extremely limited, leaving countless animals without even the most basic...
Brutal Killing of Pet Dog in India Sparks Legal Action: OIPA ETS India Leads Fight for Justice
Jodhpur, India – A shocking act of cruelty against a pet dog has triggered immediate legal action and strong institutional response, thanks to the...
50 Dogs Are About to Lose Their Only Shelter in Albania
An urgent alarm has been launched by OIPA ETS' member league in Albania, Bambi Foundation, which is currently fighting to protect nearly 50 rescued...
OIPA ETS and Network for Animals Launch Joint International Action on New Zealand’s Predator Free 2050 Strategy
New Zealand’s Predator Free 2050 strategy, launched to protect native biodiversity through the eradication of introduced predator species, is...
OIPA Romania Participates in Educational Event Promoting Adoption and Respect for Mixed-Breed Dogs
On Sunday, 10 May, OIPA Romania, represented by Cristina Mirela Diril and her team, participated in a public educational event dedicated to...
Italy Under Pressure to Unlock Funds for Dogs Rescued from Fighting Rings
In recent weeks, an important discussion took place in Salerno, where institutions, prosecutors, law enforcement authorities, veterinarians, animal...
Dolphins Used in Military Operations: The Disturbing Reality Behind Marine Mammal Programs
As tensions continue to rise in the Strait of Hormuz, recent reports about alleged “kamikaze dolphins” have reignited attention on a little-known...
OIPA ETS Welcomes Hala Montaser Naim Mahmoud as Country Representative in Palestine
OIPA ETS is pleased to announce the appointment of Hala Montaser Naim Mahmoud as the new Country Representative for Palestine. Her appointment...
OIPA ETS raises concerns over Romania’s bear management policies under EU law
OIPA ETS, with the support of its Member League Alleanza S.A.M., chaired by Elena Gianina Popovici , a legal expert in criminological analysis...
OIPA Cameroon: strengthening animal welfare through community training
Reaching 400 people through community training sessions and providing treatment to over 800 working donkeys across three communities In several...
OIPA Submits a Formal Letter to the Government of Kazakhstan on Mass Killing and Extreme Violence Against Stray Animals
A growing wave of violence against stray animals in Kazakhstan is raising international alarm A deeply concerning situation is unfolding in the...
OIPA International welcomes Cristina Diril as Representative in Romania
Ms. Cristina Diril has been appointed as the new OIPA International Representative in Romania, in Mureș County where she is leading the development...
OIPA Sends Official Letter to Georgian Authorities and Embassies Over Stray Animal Concerns
OIPA ETS has taken immediate action in response to growing concerns over the management of stray animals in Georgia, sending an official letter to...
Fur Free Europe: Delayed EU Decision Raises Serious Concerns for Animal Welfare
The European Union is facing growing scrutiny over its delayed response to the European Citizens’ Initiative Fur Free Europe, which calls for a ban...
Justice for Chanchal – OIPA India initiates legal action against cruelty after elephant painted pink for photoshoot
OIPA ETS, through its official representative in India, Advocate Manish Saxena, Director of the organization Wing of Research in Local Development...
Italy: demonstration for bear Papillon, OIPA present at the protest outside Casteller
On Saturday 28 March, a demonstration took place outside the Casteller facility in Trento (Italy), where the bear known as Papillon has been held in...
Lebanon At War: Help Animals Trapped In The Boombings
After more than a year of escalating tensions, Lebanon has once again become an active war zone. Heavy airstrikes are hitting multiple areas across...
Italy: End of Animal Performances at Orfei Circus Marks an Important Victory for Animal Welfare
An important step forward for animal protection has recently been announced in Italy: the historic Circo Orfei has decided to end the use of animals...
OIPA officially joins the IAWPC – International Coalition against the mass killing of dogs in Morocco ahead of the 2030 World Cup
Growing international pressure to stop the mass killing of stray dogs linked to preparations for the global sporting event in 2030 OIPA ETS...
THAILAND: OVER 70 TIGERS DEAD – THE COST OF WILDLIFE EXPLOITATION
Over 70 tigers died within just a few days in February 2026 in a tourist facility in Thailand, the Tiger Kingdom, following a rapid outbreak of...
OIPA Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Webinar: “Women Volunteers in the Digital Space”
On March 7, OIPA Bosnia and Herzegovina ( WagWag), with the support of OIPA International, hosted a webinar and open discussion titled “Women...
When Viral Fame Hides the Reality of Captivity: The Case of Punch the Monkey
In recent months, a small monkey named Punch the monkey has gained widespread attention online. Videos and images shared on social media have...
OIPA ETS Calls for Urgent Investigation and Notifies Mexican Authorities About Wildlife Cub Exploitation at Animalandia Maya
OIPA ETS has formally called on the Mexican authorities to investigate reports concerning the alleged use of cubs of wild felines and other...
OIPA Welcomes Its New Country Representative in Liberia
OIPA ETS is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert K. Gboluma, Jr. as its new Country Representative in Liberia. This...
World Wildlife Day: Protecting Wildlife Means Protecting Our Planet
Every year on 3 March, the international community celebrates World Wildlife Day, a global observance dedicated to raising awareness about the...
World Spay Day: Sterilisation as a Key Tool for Animal Welfare and the Prevention of Stray Populations
On the occasion of World Spay Day, observed each year on the last Tuesday of February, attention is renewed on one of the most effective tools to...
A European Commitment to End Stray Animal Suffering
Stray animals remain one of the most pressing animal welfare challenges across the European Union. Dogs and cats without families live in vulnerable...
Towards the End of Dolphin Shows? Mexico Approaches a 2026 Legislative Turning Point
Recent reports indicate that Mexico is moving forward with plans to relocate dolphins currently held in captivity, following legislative changes...
Italy: Parliamentary Debate on Horse Slaughter Marks a Turning Point for Equine Protection
OIPA ETS welcomes and supports the parliamentary discussion currently taking place in Italy regarding stronger legal protection for horses. The...
Fur Free Europe: A Crucial Moment for the Future of Fur Farming in the EU
The European Commission is approaching a critical institutional milestone in response to the Fur Free Europe European Citizens’ Initiative, which...
Ten Years After the Ban on Dog Racing: Argentina’s Evolving Relationship with Companion Animals
This February Argentina reaches a significant milestone: a decade has passed since the approval of Law 27.330, the national regulation that...
Challenging outdated views of wildlife to protect Red Foxes
French NGOs call for a science-based approach to fox conservation Across France, a growing number of animal protection organisations and...
EU revises Safety Testing Rules for Detergents, phasing out Animal Tests
Cleaning product safety to rely on non-animal science under updated EU rules OIPA welcomes the recent decision by the European Union to revise its...
Indonesia Ends Elephant Rides: A Landmark Victory for Animal Welfare
A major step forward for wildlife protection and ethical tourism Indonesia has officially banned elephant riding nationwide, marking a historic...
OIPA remembers Brigitte Bardot and her commitment to animal rights
The OIPA (International Organization for Animal Protection) expresses its deepest condolences for the passing of Brigitte Bardot, a legendary and...
Alarm at Palić Zoo, Serbia: Complaints, Criticism, and Public Protest
In recent days, a major controversy has erupted in Serbia surrounding the management of the Palić Zoo, with criminal charges filed, political...
FurLover Sanctuary in the Philippines
We are happy to introduce you a new member league of OIPA from Philippines: FurLover Sanctuary. FurLover Sanctuary is more than a shelter, it’s a...
Donations for Wagwag
A new request for help from WAGWAG the Oipa's delegation from Bosnia and Herzegovina has been received. "WagWag" Foundation in Banja Luka, OIPA's...
When the park closes, the animals remain
Kshamenk, an orca who lived in captivity in Argentina for over three decades, confined to a tank just 12 meters in diameter, died yesterday. Rescued...
CITES COP20. Between symbolic victories and structural failures
The world continues to fail to do enough to save species. The 20th Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora,...
New Zealand has announced plans to eradicate feral cats by 2050
As part of efforts to protect the country’s biodiversity conservation minister Tama Potaka, said that feral cats would be added to the country’s...
Animal farming for fur banned in Poland
Press ReleaseDecember 4, 2025 With the signature of President Karol Nawrocki, Poland has officially banned animal farming for fur production,...
NGO call on Member States to not lower the protection status of the wolf
In December 2024, the European Union's Habitats Directive was officially amended: the wolf went from "strictly protected" to "protected" status. We...
COP30 WAS A TOTAL FAILURE
The thirtieth Conference of the Parties (COP30) on climate change in Belém, Brazil, unfortunately ended as many feared: with no concrete commitments...
Stray dogs in India are in big danger
The Supreme Court has directed the removal of stray dogs from key public spaces, including schools, hospitals, bus stands, railway stations, and...
Emergency in Romania: Immediate culling of brown bears
The Romanian government has recently approved emergency measures allowing authorities to swiftly shoot or euthanize bears that enter towns and...
Spiridon II the vessel of death
Emergency situation currently happening in the Mediterranean waters which we believe to be one of the worst live animal transport cases in recent...
Refq Animal Welfare from Libano
We are happy to introduce you a new member league of OIPA from Libano: REFQ Animal Welfare. RefQ is a Non Governmental Organization registered in...
Deliberate killing of a community dog in Sofia, Bulgaria
On 9 November 2025, in Sofia, residential district “Razsadnika,” ul. Pchinia 18, a medical doctor (human medicine) named Nenad “Ne” Conevski...
A gift for cats of Ukraine: “Life” Foundation in Cherkasy has received 56 kg of food
One of the Ukrainian OIPA member leagues has asked us for help with their guests. This shelter is home to about 600 cats and 300 dogs. Many of their...
Coalition for Cruelty-Free Africa, OIPA’s Member League Calls for An End to the Dog and Cat Meat Trade
In Africa, as well as in some Asian countries, the consumption of dog and cat meat is still practiced. OIPA's member league Coalition for Cruelty...
Poisonings in Gjirokaster, OIPA asks the city mayor for explanations
We had already addressed the issue of the poisoning of stray animals in Albania in both 2021 and 2022. In particular, we launched a petition...
Bring Hope Back to Palestine’s Animals: Bethlehem’s Cats and Dogs Need Food and Care
As we know, the war in the Middle East is claiming millions of victims, and not just human ones. There are hundreds of stray and displaced animals...
Support the sterilization project in Cameroon, OIPA is always there for stray animals
Street Animal Sterilization Program in Mefi DIVISION West Region of Cameroon. We want to support this OIPA Cameroon project to reduce the number of...
OIPA’s Mission to Ukraine: our help for a dog with heart disease
Animals at Gorod Cobak shelter, OIPA's member league in Mykolaiv, Ukraine, need help. One of its volunteer Yuliya, asked us for food and for...
OIPA Ukraine, the tireless work of volunteers of KSPA “Lucky Strand”
Kyiv Society for the Protection of Animals (KSPA) "Lucky Strand" is an Ukrainian animal welfare association and a OIPA's member league. In recent...
Animal Rights March in Zurich: OIPA’s Swiss member league “Atra” took part in it
On August 16, our Swiss member league, Atra - Associazione Svizzera abolizione vivisezione, participated in the Animal Rights March in Zurich, a...
OIPA Cameroon at the 9th Africa Animal Welfare Conference: “an opportunity for constructive dialogue”
A valuable experience for our delegation in Cameroon. From July 28 to 30, the 9th Africa Animal Welfare Conference – Action 2025 was held in...
Tourism and animal exploitation: what activities should you avoid on vacation?
August is the ultimate vacation month. Those who haven't gone away in the past few months probably have a trip planned for the next few weeks....
OIPA Maharashtra’s activities: the team rescued a trapped cobra from a likely demise
In a swift and coordinated rescue operation, a Spectacled Cobra measuring approximately 3 feet was safely rescued from Vaibhav Society, Daulat...
Earth Overshoot Day, landmark ruling calls climate change an “existential threat”
The International Court of Justice (ICJ), the top judicial body of the United Nations recently issued a landmark ruling. More specifically, it is an...
UKRAINE NEEDS OUR HELP: SICK CATS NEED SPECIAL FOOD
A new request for help from Ukraine has been received. "Life" Foundation in Cherkasy, OIPA's member league, has asked for help for its many sick...
Wilde Tracks, in Africa to save animals from poaching. OIPA will join the cause
Not just a safari. Not a traditional tourist trip. Wilde Tracks is an organization that offers immersive experiences in Africa in contact with...
Emergency Ukraine, OIPA continues to buy and ship dog food
Animals at Gorod Cobak shelter in Mykolaiv, Ukraine, need food. Last week one of its volunteer, Yuliya, asked us for help. Its guests are about 200...
Not only Yulin, cats and dogs in China are used to supply the fur market
It is known as a “festival,” but there is little fun about it. The Yulin Festival has commercial origins and is held once a year on the summer...
Stray dogs under bombs in Lebanon: let’s save their lives and give them a home
Our member league BETA (Beirut for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) asked us for help. The life of stray dogs is not easy in Lebanon. Although it...
Ban Live Exports International Awareness Day, Global appeal to end the suffering of farm animals during long sea voyages
Press release - June 14th 2025 Today, 14 June, marks the tenth annual Ban Live Exports International Awareness Day, and this year, OIPA, together...
A big new shelter in Kabul, you can contribute to the most important veterinary clinic in Afghanistan
In Kabul, a large number of stray dogs and cats live on the streets, suffering from hunger, diseases, accidents, and mistreatment. The lack of...
Yulin Festival, let’s stop the dog and cat meat trade: send your letter of protest to the Chinese government!
As every year, to celebrate the summer solstice, a festival is held in Yulin in the southern province of Guangx on June 21 and the following days in...
South Korea has banned dog meat farms: 40 percent have already closed down
A traditional but highly controversial practice in South Korea has been banned. By 2027, all farms for the production and sale of dog meat will have...
OIPA Cameroon main activities: campaigns in defense of donkeys will continue into 2025
The OIPA Cameroon delegation in 2024 marked important milestones in support of local wildlife, donkeys, in particular. As early as 2023 OIPA...
World Day For Animals In Laboratories 2025: more ethical alternatives exist and work
Despite numerous international studies highlighting the presence of even more viable alternatives, the worldwide average number of macaques, rats,...
Donations of an amazing volunteer of WagWag: let’s help stray cats in Bosnia and Herzegovina
The OIPA’s delegation in Bosnia and Herzegovina, WagWag, aims to support the incredible work of all of its volunteers, one in particularly who...
210 kg of dogs’ food for Gorod Cobak: our help for animals in Ukraine
Animals at Gorod Cobak shelter in Mykolaiv, Ukraine, has asked us for help. Their guests, nearly 200 dogs, need a lot of food: 2325 kg only for one...
Almost 300 kg of dog food for a shelter in Syria, OIPA’s gift for STAR – Syrian Team for Animal Rescue
A Syrian shelter, Syrian Team for Animal Rescue, in the past few weeks asked us help to feed its dogs. Because of the difficulties the country is...
Viral animal cruelty in Bulgaria, OIPA wants guarantees of justice: our letter to Bulgarian governement
Thanks to many reports we received in these days, we are aware disturbing videos and images showing scenes of violence against animals are...
Each little donation can save a life: let’s save animals from war in Lebanon
A small shelter in Lebanon, Woof N' Wags, asked us for help. As we know, this country is the scene of war in particular the South Lebanon region...
IN ALGERIA THE GALOUFA PROGRAM (القالوفة) HASN’T STOPPED YET, SEND YOUR PROTEST LETTER!
Since the mid-19th century, stray dogs and cats in Algeria have been subjected to a brutal practice known as Galoufa” "القالوفة”." This method,...
STRAY DOG CRISIS IN KOSOVO: LET’S SUPPORT OUR MEMBER LEAGUE “Stray Angels Kosova Foundation”
Despite government programs, in Kosovo, in cities like Prishtina, stray populations have remained unchanged. Our member league Stray Angels Kosova...
LET’S HELP ANIMALS IN UKRAINE: FOOD AND FIREWOOD FOR GOROD COBAK SHELTER
Animals at Gorod Cobak shelter in Mykolaiv, Ukraine, is urgently asking for help. Their guests, nearly 200 dogs, need food and wood for warmth as...
International Women’s Day 2025, all the commonalities between feminism and veganism
Feminism and veganism. Two issues that may seem very far apart but are actually united by respect for and struggle against a system that somehow...
SUPPORT FOR CAT PARK IN CYPRUS
In Cyprus, there is a serious problem with the welfare of stray animals. Especially stray cats face neglect, abuse, and lack of medical care. With...
Cat hotels born, OIPA Bosnia and Herzegovina built homes for stray cats
The OIPA's delegation in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Wag Wag, led by Anđela Španović, during 2024, spent a great deal of effort on behalf of stray cats...
World Spay Day: the hard work of OIPA’s member league Meru Animal Welfare in Tanzania
Meru Animal Welfare, OIPA's member legue in Tanzania, is at the forefront of protecting animal welfare including through a campaign to spay and...
