Agencies have launched a funding appeal to support families affected by the recent earthquake in Afghanistan.
On Saturday, the area experienced two significant earthquakes, which were followed by a succession of aftershocks. Among these, a major one occurred on Wednesday, causing severe damage to several homes that had survived the initial quake. UN agencies report that…
The mandate of the Special Rapporteur on Russia has been extended by the United Nations human rights body.
The United Nations Human Rights Council also “strongly urged” Russian officials to adhere to all of the country’s duties under global human rights regulations. The statement also emphasized the importance of protecting basic liberties, such as freedom of thought, opinion,…
The United Nations teams increase assistance efforts following a second earthquake in Afghanistan.
At 5:10 AM local time (00:40 AM GMT), a 6.3 magnitude earthquake occurred near Herat, causing injuries to more than 100 individuals. According to media sources, many of the injured were transported to hospitals for treatment. UN response International organizations…
Experts on human rights expressed their disappointment regarding the ongoing imprisonment of Nobel Laureate Mohammadi in Iran.
Ms. Mohammadi has faced several arrests, with the initial one occurring in 2011 due to her activism for imprisoned human rights defenders and their loved ones. In 2015, she was arrested once again and given a longer sentence. The UN…
According to UN aid teams, there are still 500 people unaccounted for after the earthquake in Afghanistan.
The UN’s aid coordination office (OCHA) reported that approximately 1,300 fatalities and 1,700 injuries were recorded at the center of the earthquake in Zindajan district. On-site teams have reported that entire villages have been decimated in certain areas. Over 12,000…
Conversation: Decreasing adolescent pregnancy rates in Thailand
Before the annual celebration of the International Day of the Girl Child on October 11, Asa Torkelsson, the Fund’s Country Director in Thailand, interviewed with UN News to discuss the UN’s efforts in promoting access to sexual and reproductive health,…
A United Nations expert on human rights is calling for significant changes to be made in Cambodia.
The UN’s Special Rapporteur for human rights in Cambodia, Vitit Muntarbhorn, expressed concerns about the hereditary transfer of power and its potential impact on human rights, democratic values, and international law. The events leading up to and the results of…
Efforts to provide aid in Afghanistan are increasing quickly as the number of deaths from the earthquake continues to rise.
The UN Spokesperson, Stéphane Dujarric, stated that the United Nations and its collaborators in Afghanistan are working together with the de facto authorities to quickly evaluate needs and offer immediate aid. The United Nations organizations, collaborators, and the governing bodies…
A powerful earthquake in Herat, Afghanistan has resulted in the death of at least 100 individuals.
According to the latest report from the UN humanitarian office (OCHA), initial evaluations show that the earthquake with a magnitude of 6.3 resulted in fatalities in eight villages, with approximately 500 individuals sustaining injuries. It also caused destruction of 465…
International organizations urge Pakistan to safeguard Afghan individuals seeking refuge.
The United Nations reports that Afghanistan is currently dealing with multiple human rights issues, especially for women and girls, amidst a dire humanitarian situation. The joint statement from the UN refugee agency and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) warns…