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Sudanese sex trafficking, child business; Libyan mass grave; Congo’s children vulnerable

Sudanese sex trafficking, child business; Libyan mass grave; Congo’s children vulnerable

The extended strife between match groups in Sudan has unleashed a devastating, compassionate emergency, with serious repercussions for the civilian populace. In the midst of the chaos and savagery that emitted about a year back,

Armed groups sustain terror campaign throughout Burkina Faso, escalating insecurity

Armed groups sustain terror campaign throughout Burkina Faso, escalating insecurity

High Commissioner Volker Türk, talking from Ouagadougou, the capital, emphasized the serious engagement of his nearby office in handling Burkina Faso's multifaceted human rights challenges after the January 2022 uprisings. Türk communicated solidarity with the

NGOs collectively address UNHRC members on human rights concerns in Iran

NGOs collectively address UNHRC members on human rights concerns in Iran

A coalition of Iranian and international human rights organizations is urgently urging governments worldwide to throw their support behind the renewal of two critical mandates: the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the human rights situation

UN probe into Islamic State crimes in Iraq halts operations prematurely

UN probe into Islamic State crimes in Iraq halts operations prematurely

The United Nations established a mission in 2017 to assist Iraq in investigating alleged crimes committed by the Islamic State. This mission, known as UNITAD, was tasked with uncovering evidence of genocide, war crimes, and

Hong Kong’s legislature adopts a new national security law

Hong Kong’s legislature adopts a new national security law

Hong Kong's Legislative Council unanimously approved a new national security bill within a remarkably short timeframe, stirring debate over the rapid legislative process and its potential impact on the city's cherished freedoms. The bill, known

The UAE’s Role in Safeguarding Human Rights: A Balanced Perspective

The UAE’s Role in Safeguarding Human Rights: A Balanced Perspective

In the intricate web of global turmoil, the protection of civilian lives emerges as a pressing priority. At the 55th session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva, the Union Association for Human Rights emerged

Eastern Cuba sees protests due to blackouts and food shortages

Eastern Cuba sees protests due to blackouts and food shortages

Hundreds of residents in Santiago, Cuba's second-largest city, took to the streets in an unprecedented public demonstration on Sunday, highlighting widespread discontent. The protest, documented through social media and official channels, centered on frustrations over

UN Condemns Russia’s Illegal Actions in Ukraine

UN Condemns Russia’s Illegal Actions in Ukraine

The UN's top political affairs official, Rosemary DiCarlo, addressed the Security Council, condemning Russia's ongoing elections in illegally occupied parts of Ukraine. She emphasized that such actions violate international law and exacerbate the humanitarian crisis.

UKPNP Leader Calls for Investigation into Pakistan’s Human Rights Violations

UKPNP Leader Calls for Investigation into Pakistan’s Human Rights Violations

The United Kashmir People's National Party (UKPNP) recently staged a protest outside the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) headquarters in Geneva during the 55th session. The protest aimed to draw attention to Pakistan's alleged

Baloch Human Rights Crisis: A Call for UN Intervention

Baloch Human Rights Crisis: A Call for UN Intervention

The human rights situation in Balochistan, a region plagued by longstanding conflicts and tensions, has reached alarming levels, prompting urgent calls for international intervention. Baloch human rights activists, represented by the Baloch Human Rights Council