U.S. and Allies to Review Human Rights Situation in Russia
The mission of experts will have a mandate to assess whether Russia is violating its OSCE Human Dimension commitments. The…
UN General Assembly Recognizes Right to Clean Environment as a Human Right
Environmental action based on human rights obligations provides vital guard rails for economic policies and business models. The UN High…
Sri Lankan Security Forces Attack Peaceful Protesters: UN Report
The UN Human Rights Office has condemned the use of brutal force by Sri Lanka’s security forces on peaceful protesters…
U.S. Releases List of Section 353 Corrupt and Undemocratic Actors
The United States says it will continue to partner with those officials and organizations that show a dedication to combating…
UN Expert Urges Philippines to Stop Crackdown on Press Freedom
The UN Special Rapporteur on freedom of opinion and expression Irene Khan condemned on July 14 the Philippines Court of…
Authoritarian Leaders Attacking Journalists and Media Outlets: UN Report
Reporters getting killed while chasing a story. Online attacks against women journalists, including death and rape threats. Targeted electronic surveillance…