Human Rights Watch releases annual report looking at more than 90 countries . It accused Russia and China of using their vetoes at the United Nations Security Council to shield the government of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad from strong international action , such as an arms embargo or referral to the International Criminal Court . ` International countries failing to protect Syrian civilians , report says . President Obama 's record on national security issues under fire . Report highlights widespread corruption in struggling democracies .
Human Rights Watch releases annual report looking at more than 90 countries . International countries failing to protect Syrian civilians , report says . President Obama 's record on national security issues under fire . Report highlights widespread corruption in struggling democracies .