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UN Launches Urgent Investigation into Iran Repression After 5,000 Deaths
GENEVA (HRNW)— The United Nations Human Rights Council has approved a high-priority resolution to investigate the escalating violence in Iran. With 25 member states voting in favor, the mandate for independent investigators has been extended for two years to document reports of mass unlawful killings. Activist networks, including HRANA, estimate that at least 5,137 individuals…
Establishment of Federal Constitutional Court: Independence of Judiciary at Risk?
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan (HRNW) – UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk has issued a renewed warning regarding recent constitutional amendments in Pakistan and the establishment of a “Federal Constitutional Court.” Experts suggest these changes interfere with judicial structures and place judge appointments under political control. Human rights council specialists noted today that these amendments…
Sudan Crisis: UN Warns of Escalating Threat as Rapid Support Forces Near Kadugli
KADUGLI, Sudan (HRNW) The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has issued a stark warning as Rapid Support Forces and allied militias reportedly move within 20 kilometers of the besieged city. With the civil war entering a catastrophic phase in early 2026, millions are currently facing man-made famine and siege warfare. Authorities are being urged…
UN Experts Condemn “Militarized Assault” on Birzeit University
RAMALLAH, Palestine (HRNW)- A panel of UN human rights experts issued a scathing condemnation today regarding a recent large-scale military raid on Birzeit University. Describing the event as a direct assault on the right to education, the experts detailed how security forces stormed the campus in broad daylight, using live ammunition and tear gas against…
Oman’s Human Rights Record Faces UN Scrutiny in Geneva
GENEVA, Switzerland (HRNW)- The human rights record of Oman is under formal examination today as part of the United Nations Universal Periodic Review (UPR) in Geneva. The working group is focusing on persistent concerns regarding restricted freedom of expression, the criminalization of peaceful assembly, and the lack of legal protections for migrant workers. International observers…
Global Health Funding Cuts Threaten Millions of Lives
NEW YORK, United States (HRNW) Human Rights Watch released a critical report today warning that drastic cuts to global health financing by donor nations are creating a “right to health” crisis for millions. The funding shortfall targets the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria, threatening to collapse essential medical infrastructure across the Global…
UN Prepares Emergency Session on Escalating Iran Massacres
GENEVA, Switzerland (HRNW) The United Nations Human Rights Council has convened an emergency informative consultation today in Geneva, preparing for a landmark special session tomorrow to address what experts describe as a “catastrophic” surge in state violence in Iran. Following a near-total internet blackout, verified reports indicate that security forces have killed nearly 5,000 protesters…
China: US Board of Peace Cannot Replace the United Nations
Davos (HRNW)- The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has stated that the “Board of Peace” formed by US President Donald Trump cannot replace the United Nations. Speaking at the World Economic Forum, the Chinese delegate said that the UN plays a central role in ensuring global peace and the stability of the international system. He…
India Elected Unopposed to UN Human Rights Council for 2026–28 Term
New York, USA (HRNW)– India has secured election to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2026–28 term, marking the country’s seventh tenure on the key global rights body. India’s permanent representative highlighted that the election reflects the nation’s ongoing commitment to promoting human rights and fundamental freedoms globally. The seat will allow…
UNESCO Warns Global Decline in Freedom of Expression
Paris, France (HRNW)– A new UNESCO report has highlighted a global regression in freedom of expression, noting that press freedoms and free speech are increasingly under threat in multiple regions. Experts warn that restrictions on media, online censorship, and harassment of journalists are eroding democratic institutions. UNESCO calls on governments to uphold constitutional and international guarantees…