The UN human rights office has expressed shock and dismay at the death of Russian activist Alexei Navalny while in prison.
According to media reports, Mr. Navalny, 47, was unable to be revived after losing consciousness. The OHCHR spokesperson, Liz Throssell, stated that if a person dies while in the custody of the State, it is presumed that the State is…
of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights expresses disappointment over Venezuela’s choice to halt the functioning of the agency.
OHCHR spokesperson Ravina Shamdasani expressed regret in a statement over the announcement and stated that the Office is actively engaging with authorities and other parties involved. “Our primary focus is and continues to be advocating for and safeguarding the human…
The ongoing deterioration of women’s rights in Afghanistan persists.
According to the latest survey by UN Women, International Organization for Migration (IOM), and the UN’s Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), 745 Afghan women have reported an increase in harassment and restriction of their movements due to heightened police presence…
Despite facing numerous obstacles, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) persists in their efforts to provide life-saving assistance in Gaza.
Employees and volunteers at the Deir Al-Balah Preparatory School in central Gaza, which is affiliated with UNRWA, informed UN News that despite challenging circumstances that limit the mobility of staff at various international aid organizations, they persist in preparing and…
Israel’s criticism of a human rights expert in Gaza should not divert attention from potential war crimes.
Francesca Albanese serves as the Special Rapporteur for the Council’s mission of monitoring human rights in the Occupied Palestinian Territories. Her responsibilities include conducting investigations into violations, conducting regular visits or missions, and reporting her findings. The Foreign Minister and…
The possibility of a ground assault in Rafah raises concern for Gaza.
The Israeli army acknowledged in a tweet on Thursday that their special forces had carried out a targeted and restricted mission at Nasser Hospital in southern Gaza, the primary functioning medical center in the region. The OHCHR, the human rights…
The ongoing deadlock in Libya poses a threat to the country’s future, according to the Security Council.
Abdoulaye Bathily urged ambassadors in the Security Council to prioritize the greater good, engage in sincere negotiations, and come to a consensus on a united government. It is crucial to also guarantee that national elections take place in order to…
The next ten years will require $486 billion for Ukraine’s recovery and reconstruction efforts.
The latest RDNA3 (Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment) released by the Ukrainian Government, in collaboration with the World Bank Group, the European Commission, and the UN, evaluates the damages caused by the Russian invasion from February 24, 2022 until the…
According to data from the United Nations, the Asia-Pacific region is not making progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
In 2015, global leaders agreed upon the 17 Goals which aim to eliminate extreme poverty and hunger, guarantee access to clean water and sanitation, and deliver quality education for all by the year 2030. The 2024 Report on Progress towards…
Recent advancements in Yemen have been overshadowed by the negative effects of the Gaza conflict, according to the United Nations’ representative.
Hans Grundberg reminded the Security Council of the consistent advancement in the United Nations’ mediation efforts to address the complicated crisis spanning a decade, which began with the Houthi rebels overthrowing the government in 2014. The focus of attention has…