Report Reveals Situation of Human Rights in Sri Lanka
The report highlights continuing trends toward militarization and ethno-religious nationalism that undermine democratic institutions. In a new report for the
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Human Rights Defenders Face Threats At Belarus Border: UN Experts
Armed soldiers reportedly harassed journalists covering the arrival of migrants and asylum seekers. UN human rights experts* have said that
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Corruption Causes Poverty and Abuse of Human Rights: Michelle Bachelet
Corruption weakens state institutions and undermines the rule of law and the functioning of the criminal justice systems. Corruption and
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Protect Human Rights in Troubled Burkina Faso: Michelle Bachelet
During the High Commissioner’s visit, she observed mounting frustration and impatience with the deteriorating security situation in Burkina Faso. The
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UN Experts Condemn Human Rights Violations at Guantanamo Bay
The experts called on the U.S. Government to close the site, return detainees home or to safe third countries. On
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UN Expert Warns of Human Rights Violations in Russia
UN bodies have called on Russia repeatedly to repeal or revise the law to bring it in line with international
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