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Comment By UN High Commissioner For Human Rights Volker Türk On Explosions Across Lebanon And In Syria

Thursday, 19 September 2024, 6:55 am | UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

At this extremely volatile time, I appeal to all States with influence in the region and beyond to take immediate measures to avert further widening of the current conflicts – enough of the daily horrors, enough of the suffering. More >>

Comment By UN Human Rights Office Spokesperson Liz Throssell On Further Massive Closures Of NGOs In Nicaragua

Wednesday, 21 August 2024, 6:48 am | UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

The severe impact of these measures on the rights to freedom of association and expression, as well as freedom of religion, makes the defence of human rights increasingly difficult in Nicaragua. More >>

Bangladesh Transition An “Historic Opportunity” For Inclusive Governance Anchored In Human Rights And Rule Of Law – Türk

Saturday, 17 August 2024, 5:08 am | UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

The transition ahead presents an historic opportunity to reform and revitalize the country’s institutions, to restore fundamental freedoms and civic space, and to give all in Bangladesh a part in building the future. More >>

Jeremy Laurence Joined By The Head Of The UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission In Ukraine (HRMMU) Danielle Bell

Wednesday, 10 July 2024, 4:13 am | UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

Spokesperson for the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights: Jeremy Laurence joined by the Head of the UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) Danielle Bell Location: Jeremy Laurence - Geneva / Danielle Bell - Kyiv Date: 9 July 2024 ... More >>

UN Report: Israeli Use Of Heavy Bombs In Gaza Raises Serious Concerns Under The Laws Of War

Thursday, 20 June 2024, 9:10 pm | UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

The report details six emblematic attacks involving the suspected use of GBU-31 (2,0000 lbs), GBU-32 (1,000 lbs) and GBU-39 (250 lbs) bombs from 9 October to 2 December 2023 on residential buildings, a school, refugee camps and a market. More >>

Comment By UN Human Rights Spokesperson On Intimidation Of Opposition Members After Elections In Madagascar

Thursday, 20 June 2024, 8:02 pm | UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

As the High Constitutional Court continues to examine complaints related to the 29 May election, we urge respect for the independence of the judiciary. More >>

UN Report Urges Concerted Global Action To Tackle Cross-border And Transnational Female Genital Mutilation

Saturday, 15 June 2024, 3:54 am | UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

Although many States have intensified their efforts to eradicate female genital mutilation (FGM), the practice continues across the world, in part due to “the clandestine nature of cross-border and transnational FGM,” the report says. More >>

Türk Addresses UN Security Council Open Debate On The Situation In The Democratic People’s Republic Of Korea

Thursday, 13 June 2024, 9:36 pm | UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

It is important that the international community continues to pay close attention to this most troubling human rights situation. This Council is uniquely placed to address the growing isolation of the DPRK which is a driver of both human rights ... More >>

BRIEFING NOTES: (EN/AR) - (1) Tunisia; (2) Sudan

Saturday, 18 May 2024, 4:33 am | UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk urges the authorities to respect and safeguard freedoms of expression, association and peaceful assembly, as guaranteed by the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights to which Tunisia is a ... More >>

Sri Lanka Must Ensure Accountability For Decades Of Enforced Disappearances – UN Report

Saturday, 18 May 2024, 4:27 am | UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

It calls on the Government to acknowledge the involvement of State security forces and affiliated paramilitary groups, and to issue a public apology. More >>

Comment By UN High Commissioner Volker Türk After Swiss Court Jails Gambian Ex-Minister For Crimes Against Humanity

Friday, 17 May 2024, 6:25 am | UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

I welcome the conviction by a Swiss court of the former Minister of Interior of the Gambia, Ousman Sonko, on a series of crimes against humanity in connection with acts of unlawful killing, torture and arbitrary detention committed between 2000 ... More >>

Türk Deeply Regrets Adoption Of ‘foreign Influence’ Law In Georgia.

Thursday, 16 May 2024, 4:52 am | UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk on Thursday expressed deep regret at the adoption by Georgia's Parliament of the Law on Transparency of Foreign Influence, noting that the legislation seriously undermines the freedoms of expression and association. More >>

OHCHR Spokesperson Liz Throssell Expresses Concern Over Escalating Attacks By Russian Armed Forces In Kharkiv

Wednesday, 15 May 2024, 5:41 am | UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

We are deeply concerned at the plight of civilians in Ukraine, particularly in the Kharkiv region, as Russian armed forces have stepped up their attacks in recent days. This assault has seized more Ukrainian territory, triggered further displacement ... More >>

Comment by UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk on Gaza crossings

Saturday, 11 May 2024, 6:12 am | UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

I urge all parties to ensure that crossings for civilians and goods necessary for the survival of the civilian population are not placed at risk through military operations. More >>

United States Of America: UN Human Rights Chief Troubled By Law Enforcement Actions Against Protesters At Universities

Wednesday, 1 May 2024, 6:06 am | UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk on Tuesday said he was troubled by a series of heavy-handed steps taken to disperse and dismantle protests across university campuses in the United States of America. More >>

BRIEFING NOTES: (1) Iran; (2) Sudan

Saturday, 27 April 2024, 6:34 am | UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

Spokespeople for the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights: Jeremy Laurence (briefing from Geneva); Seif Magango (briefing from Nairobi) Date: 26 April 2024 Subject: (1) Iran - Jeremy Laurence (2) Sudan - Seif Magango (1) Iran We have received information ... More >>

UN Human Rights Chief Deplores Harrowing Killings Of Children And Women In Rafah

Wednesday, 24 April 2024, 5:38 am | UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

“Given the prevailing climate of impunity, this should include international investigators,” he added. “Hospitals are entitled to very special protection under international humanitarian law. And the intentional killing of civilians, detainees, and others ... More >>

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