Venezuela Urged to Stop Grave Human Rights Violations
A UN human rights report published on Thursday (July 4) urges the Government of Venezuela to take immediate, concrete measures to halt and remedy the grave violations of economic, social,…
Saudi Lawyer to Receive 2019 ABA Human Rights Award
Saudi lawyer Waleed Abu al-Khair will be honored with the ABA 2019 ABA International Human Rights Award in recognition of his work to advance human rights and advocate for justice…
U.S. May Again Cancel Modi’s Visa for Gujarat Riots and Mob Violence
A new U.S. report reveals deteriorating religious freedom conditions in India where the government headed by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi is engaged in politicization of religion. The United States…
Saudi Arabia Responsible for Journalist’s Murder: Report
Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi was the victim of a premeditated extrajudicial execution, for which the State of Saudi Arabia is responsible, according to a report published Wednesday (June 19) by…
How Hate Speech Attacks Basic Human Rights
In an informal briefing to Member States, UN Secretary-General António Guterres launched the United Nations Strategy and Plan of Action on Hate Speech on Tuesday. The purpose of the strategy…
UN Human Rights Chief Michelle Bachelet to Visit Venezuela
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet is due to visit Venezuela at the invitation of the Government from 19 to 21 June. During her visit to Caracas, the…