“Where, after all, do universal human rights begin? In small places, close to home,” said Anna Fierst, quoting her great-grandmother Eleanor Roosevelt’s speech of 1958, […]
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Free societies are good for business says UN rights chief, wrapping up visit to Kyrgyzstan
Speaking in the capital Bishkek, Volker Türk, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights acknowledged the country’s recent economic growth but cautioned that narrowing space for […]
Ukrainians tortured, raped, executed by Russian captors, Human Rights Council hears
The Council – the UN’s foremost human rights forum – also heard updates on allegations of ongoing abuses in Belarus, North Korea and Myanmar. According […]
Human Rights Council focuses on Iran, Syria, Venezuela
Council-appointed experts pointed to grave violations of fundamental rights in Iran, linked to popular protests following the death of Mahsa Amini in 2022. Sara Hossein, […]
Israel Says “Striking Military Targets” In Southern Syria
Jerusalem: Israel’s military said on Monday it was striking military sites in southern Syria, as Syrian state media reported two killed in an Israeli strike […]
Afghanistan: Security Council renews UN mission as WHO warns of health catastrophe
Unanimously adopting resolution 2777 (2025), the 15-member council stressed the “critical importance” of a continued presence of UNAMA and other UN agencies across Afghanistan. The […]
Syria: Relative of Assad regime’s disappeared speaks of anguish in search for truth and justice
Obeida Dabbagh’s brother Mazen, and nephew Patrick – both Syrian-French nationals – were arrested by Air Force Intelligence officials in November 2013. Held for years […]
Why Iran Is Steadfast Even Under Trump’s ‘Maximum Pressure’
U.S. president Donald Trump says he sent a letter to Leader of the Islamic republic of Iran to ask that the two leaders “negotiate” over […]
UN chief affirms solidarity with Bangladesh amid political transition
Speaking to the media on Saturday, the Secretary-General praised Bangladesh’s progress and highlighted the role of the international community in supporting the country’s future. “I […]
‘Time for bold moves’: UN urges inclusive transition as Syria marks 14 years of conflict
UN Special Envoy for Syria, Geir Pedersen called for an immediate end to hostilities and urged all parties to protect civilians in accordance with international […]
