The UN calls for adherence to the Mine Ban Treaty, highlighting ongoing casualties from anti-personel mines and urging states to recommit to eradication and clearing efforts. Thousands are killed and injured annually, with civilians and children disproportionately affected.
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, has launched a global alliance in Geneva to address escalating human rights threats worldwide. Aimed at channeling the desire for a more just world, the initiative unites diverse actors under the principles of imagine, dialogue, and act. The alliance confronts unprecedented pressure on the human rights system and launches concrete actions, including expanding human rights cities and focusing on accountability for victims.
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk condemned the riots in Northern Ireland. Meanwhile, the FAO warns of escalating risks from animal diseases globally, and the WHO reports over 200,000 deaths in Europe due to heatwaves in the past four years.
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk has called for a comprehensive review of U.S. immigration policies, warning that current issues could overshadow the upcoming World Cup. He emphasized the need for major sporting events to be inclusive and safe for all participants.
The UN highlights increasing attacks and killings of environmental defenders worldwide, urging governments to ensure their safety and accountability for violations, while also promoting climate action.
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk has voiced grave concerns over the escalating violence and discrimination faced by LGBTIQ+ individuals worldwide, urging states and tech companies to take decisive action.
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk stated that North Korea is experiencing an ongoing human rights crisis, with violations that could amount to crimes against humanity. He urged accountability and highlighted efforts to document abuses and support victims.
The UN is calling for an end to escalating attacks on media workers worldwide, citing increased dangers and threats ahead of World Press Freedom Day. High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk highlighted the perilous state of journalism, particularly in conflict zones like Gaza, and urged governments and tech companies to ensure safety and protect press freedom.
