Three years after the coup in Myanmar, the UN human rights chief calls for increased attention to the country’s situation.
“In the midst of numerous global crises, it is crucial that no one is left behind. The citizens of Myanmar have endured prolonged suffering,” stated Volker Türk in anticipation of the one-year anniversary of the coup on February 1. The…
Bangladesh: Citing ‘dangerous decline’ of human rights, experts urge key reforms
The experts appointed by the Human Rights Council have issued a statement in response to the recent election victory of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. She won her fourth term in office, although there was controversy surrounding her win due to…
The limitations imposed on women in Afghanistan persist without any decrease, according to a report by the United Nations.
According to a report by the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), around 400 female workers at a pine nut processing facility and 200 employees at a power plant were barred from their jobs and terminated. This has greatly disrupted…
The United Nations human rights experts are urging for the immediate release of Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong.
Mr. Lai is the creator of the advocacy newspaper Apple Daily, which was forcibly closed in 2021 due to the government’s crackdown on pro-democracy movements following the implementation of the National Security Law in June 2020. For the past three…
After enduring 28 days adrift in the ocean, Sri Lankan migrants continue to face challenges.
Selvan is riding his motorcycle to purchase groceries from a shop close by in Jaffna, Sri Lanka. However, the strong sunlight is causing him discomfort and hindering his ability to focus. His vision becomes blurred as he begins to panic,…
The advancement of women’s rights is crucial for the economic revival of Afghanistan.
The report presents a dismal overview of socio-economic circumstances following the resurgence of the Taliban in August 2021. The decline of women’s rights and the near-collapse of the banking system are highlighted as significant issues of worry. The economy of…
Guterres strongly condemns attack in Iran; over 80 reportedly killed
According to Iranian authorities, over 170 individuals have also sustained injuries at the location. According to local officials, news sources have reported that two blasts occurred while a large crowd was on their way to a cemetery in Kerman. This…
Indonesia has been called upon to safeguard refugees in the wake of a violent attack by a group.
According to media reports, a large group of young individuals forcefully entered a basement where numerous Rohingya refugees were seeking shelter. The Rohingya are a predominantly Muslim group who have escaped numerous instances of mistreatment in Myanmar, which is primarily…
The UN mission chief emphasizes that the Taliban’s adherence to “international norms” is a non-negotiable aspect of their return.
The leader of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan, Roza Otunbayeva, emphasized the importance of increasing communication with the unofficial Taliban leaders who took control in August 2021. According to her statement to the Council, the state of human rights…
North Korea is being encouraged to pursue diplomatic solutions after their most recent launch of a ballistic missile.
“In light of the current challenges in maintaining global peace and security, it is crucial to decrease tensions on the Korean Peninsula in order to promote cooperation,” stated Khaled Khiari, the UN Assistant Secretary-General for the Middle East, Asia, and…