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The United Nations has labeled the North Korean detention of South Korean missionaries as arbitrary, calling for their immediate release. The WGAD noted that their detention breaches international law. South …
UN Designates North Korea’s Detention of South Korean Missionaries as Arbitrary Read More
UN Secretary-General António Guterres praised the signing of the State Border Treaty between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, marking a significant progress after years of negotiation. The treaty reopens border checkpoints and …
UN Chief Commends Kyrgyz-Tajik Border Treaty Signing as Historic Progress Read More
Qatar has expressed deep concern over children’s exposure to violations in armed conflicts, underscoring the need to respect their rights. During the Human Rights Council’s session, Qatar emphasized compliance by …
Qatar Voices Concern Over Child Violations in Armed Conflict Read More
In 2024, Costa Rica exported more coffee to Europe than the US for the first time, with 27,494 tons sent to Europe, marking a significant shift in trade dynamics. This …
Costa Rica’s Coffee Exports to Europe Surpass US for the First Time Read More
U.N.-backed experts accuse Israel of systematic sexual and gender-based violence in Gaza during operations against Hamas. Israel refutes these claims, asserting bias and uncorroborated sources from the commission. The commission’s …
UN-Backed Experts Accuse Israel of Gender-Based Violence in Gaza Conflict Read More
Sahrawi human rights activist Ghalia Abdallah Djimi condemned Morocco’s use of Pegasus spyware to intimidate journalists and activists in occupied Western Sahara during the UN Human Rights Council session. She …
Human Rights Advocate Urges Action Against Morocco’s Use of Spyware Read More
The European Union called for equality and empowerment of Afghan women and girls at the UNHCR meeting, condemning Taliban oppression. They reaffirmed their humanitarian aid to Afghan refugees and emphasized …
EU Advocates for Women’s Rights and Refugee Protection in Afghanistan Read More
Palestinians provided testimonies at the UN regarding extreme violence and sexual abuse faced during Israeli detention and by settlers. Notable victims, including a nurse and an activist, shared their harrowing …
Testimonies of Palestinian Victims of Violence and Abuse at the UN Read More
The article discusses the killings of 111 Alawite civilians in Syria, highlighting the lack of media coverage and international response to the violence. Reports indicate a pattern of sectarian attacks …
Critique of Media Coverage on the Alawite Killings in Syria Read More
Amina Bouayach, President of Morocco’s CNDH, has been elected chairperson of the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions at a General Assembly in Geneva. Her candidacy was strongly backed …
Amina Bouayach Elected Chairperson of Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions Read More