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In a critical urgent session, the U.N. Human Rights Council convened to address the escalating turmoil in eastern Congo, worsened by the advance of Rwanda-supported rebels. This violence has claimed …
Escalating Violence in Eastern Congo Spurs Urgent U.N. Session Read More
In a significant policy shift, President Donald Trump declared the United States’ withdrawal from the United Nations’ prominent human rights body, along with a halt to funding for the UN …
Trump Announces Withdrawal from UN Human Rights Council and Funding Halt for Palestinians Read More
On February 4, 2025, President Donald Trump announced a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy, stating that the country will withdraw from the United Nations Human Rights Council and halt …
Trump Withdraws U.S. From UN Human Rights Council and Cuts Refugee Funding Read More
In a significant move, President Donald Trump has issued an executive order halting U.S. involvement with the U.N. Human Rights Council and terminating funding for the U.N. relief agency that …
Trump Halts U.S. Involvement with UN Human Rights Council and Cuts UNRWA Funding Read More
The United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) is a 47-member body based in Geneva, established in 2006 to enhance the promotion and protection of global human rights. It serves as …
Understanding the U.N. Human Rights Council and Its Dynamic with the U.S. Read More
In the Georgian town of Rustavi, journalist Mzia Amaghlobeli’s health deteriorates as she endures a hunger strike that has stretched into its third week. Her lawyer reports that at 49, …
Escalating Crackdown in Georgia Raises Alarm Over Human Rights Violations Read More
In the heart of Georgia, journalist Mzia Amaghlobeli is facing a dire situation as she endures a hunger strike that has now stretched into its third week. Her health is …
Georgia Faces Repressive Crackdown on Dissent Amid Political Turmoil Read More
In Georgia, a Russia-style crackdown has led to the imprisonment of over 40 individuals amid ongoing anti-government protests. One notable figure among the detainees is journalist Mzia Amaghlobeli, who has …
Georgia’s Crackdown on Protestors Mirrors Repressive Russian Tactics Read More
In a significant move, the Democratic Republic of Congo has asked for an emergency session of the U.N. Human Rights Council following the takeover of Goma by the M23 rebels, …
Congo Calls for U.N. Rights Council Emergency Session on Goma Read More
Stringent Travel Controls on Uyghurs Human Rights Watch’s latest report reveals that the Chinese government rigorously controls Uyghurs wishing to travel abroad or visit relatives in Xinjiang. According to Yalkun …
China’s Control Over Uyghurs: Travel Restrictions and Human Rights Violations Read More