UN Opposes Death Sentences in Bangladesh
The United Nations human rights office expressed Friday concern about the latest death sentences handed down against two leaders of…
Who Killed the Blogger Activist in Bangladesh?
The vicious killing of another secular activist in Bangladesh is a grave reminder that the authorities are failing to protect…
UN to Assess Rights of Women in Cambodia
The United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Cambodia announced Thursday she will be visiting the…
Civilian President to Bring Democratic Reforms in Myanmar
Following the historic national polls last November, United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon congratulated Htin Kyaw, who was elected Wednesday by…
South Sudan: UN Report on Killings and Rapes
A new report on South Sudan published Friday by the UN Human Rights Office describes “in searing detail” a multitude…
Modi Attends Environmentally Dangerous Hindu Festival
Ignoring the observations of Indian courts, environmentalists, and NGOs, the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, addressed Friday the inaugural…