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Rift deepens as US walks out of UN over French criticism of Trump

United States diplomats walked out of a United Nations Security Council meeting on Monday as their French counterparts were speaking, after Paris criticised the Trump administration’s human rights record and backed a second term for human rights chief Volker Turk. The move underlined the growing strain in relations between Washington…

Radio France Internationale

US walks out of UN meeting amid criticism of America’s human rights record

US DIPLOMATS walked out as their French counterparts were speaking at the United Nations on Monday after America’s close European ally criticised…

The National (Scotland)

Why the US walked out on France at a United Nations meeting

U.S. diplomats staged a walkout during a United Nations Security Council meeting on Ukraine after French counterparts criticized the U.S. human rights record, reflecting heightened tensions between the two nations. The walkout was triggered by France's criticism of the U.S. opposition to the reappointment of U.N. human rights chief Volker…

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US, France trade barbs in fight over UN rights chief's second term

The United States delegation exited a UN Security Council session during France's remarks. This action followed accusations of disingenuous grandstanding over French comments comparing the US to authoritarian states. The dispute arose after a vote on extending the UN rights chief's term, which the US opposed. France criticized Washington for…

The Economic Times

US walks out of UN Security Council meeting as France condemns rights vote

The United States walked out of a UN Security Council meeting on Monday during France's remarks on Ukraine, escalating a public dispute between the longtime allies over human rights. The move followed a clash over Washington's vote against extending the mandate of the UN human rights chief, after France likened…

France 24

UN issues 'red alert' over human rights catastrophe in Sudan's El-Obeid

The UN on Friday warned that a "human rights catastrophe" was unfolding in Sudan's El-Obeid where experts have warned the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) may be about to stage an offensive. Civilians in the city have already been subjected to "siege-like conditions" for the past 18 months, UN rights chief…

France 24

UN seeks independent investigation into ICE detention deaths

The UN is demanding independent probes into dozens of deaths in US immigration detention since last year, citing a surge in fatalities under President Trump's crackdown. UN rights chief Volker Turk called for "prompt action to prevent further loss of life," highlighting a lack of transparency and urging accountability for…

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UN chief Guterres to visit gang-ravaged Haiti

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will visit Haiti on Tuesday in a show of solidarity with victims of violence in the impoverished Caribbean nation which has suffered for years as gangs have taken advantage of political instability to carry out rampant killings, rapes, looting and kidnappings.

France 24

White House defends Cuba sanctions as UN warns of harm

An UN official says US sanctions are affecting the Cuban population's human rights.

AAP

UN says protecting children online an 'urgent priority'

The United Nations is demanding tech companies prioritize child safety on their platforms. Officials state that business practices and design choices lead to online harm for children. Governments are urged to implement stricter regulations and oversight. The UN has released guidelines to ensure children's data is protected and harmful content…

The Economic Times

Euro-Med Monitor Documents Children and Infants With Bound Hands in Gaza Mass Graves as UN Demands Investigation

Mass graves containing hundreds of bodies, including children, have been discovered at Gaza hospitals, prompting international calls for independent investigations into potential war crimes.

International Business Times UK

Sudan civil war enters 'deadlier' phase due to use of drones, says UN

At least 880 civilians were killed in drone strikes in Sudan between January and April this year, according to the United Nations human rights office, which warns that the increased use of drones risks intensifying violence in the ongoing conflict.

Radio France Internationale

Mali junta chief takes over defence minister's role amid criticism from UN

The United Nations voiced grave concern on Tuesday over reports of extrajudicial killings allegedly carried out by the security forces in Mali, which has been plunged into crisis following an assault on ruling junta strongholds. This comes as junta leader Assimi Goïta announces he will take on the additional role…

Radio France Internationale

Afghanistan's new penal code sets 15 days in prison for wife-beating, 5 months for animal fights

A new penal code issued by decree in Afghanistan sets harsher punishments for the mistreatment of animals than for domestic violence against women and solidifies into law inequality based on gender and social status

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Radio France Internationale

UN chief warns ‘rule of force’ is attacking human rights as world order shifts

The Secretary-General of the United Nations has issued a blunt warning that global human rights are under constant pressure, with powerful actors increasingly sidelining international law and deploying new technologies in ways that deepen inequality.

The Independent UK

Pakistan dismisses UN criticism of constitutional changes as concern for Imran Khan grows

Move to grant powerful army chief legal immunity for life comes while former PM and fierce critic Imran Khan is being denied family and legal visits

The Independent UK

US cites Myanmar’s ‘sham’ election to withdraw immigration status

Activists denounce ‘egregious’ decision to revoke Temporary Protected Status that may force 4,000 Myanmarese citizens to return home

Radio France Internationale

UN human rights council orders investigation into atrocities in Sudan

The United Nations' top rights body on Friday adopted a resolution ordering an independent fact-finding mission to urgently investigate reports of human rights violations in the Sudanese city of El Fasher, where paramilitary forces are accused of mass killings and other atrocities.

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Radio France Internationale

UN warns of ethnically motivated 'atrocities' in Sudan's El-Fasher

The UN rights chief warned Monday that the Sudanese city of El-Fasher was in an "extremely precarious situation", with the likelihood of "ethnically-motivated violations and atrocities" rising after paramilitary forces claimed control.

Radio France Internationale

Activists welcome ICC conviction of Sudanese warlord for Darfur crimes

Human rights activists on Tuesday hailed the decision of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague to convict a Sudanese militia chief for war crimes and crimes against humanity committed during attacks in Darfur at the turn of the century.

The Guardian - AU

Airstrikes reported in Gaza despite Trump’s call for Israel to stop bombing ‘immediately’ – as it happened

Netanyahu’s office has said that Israel is preparing for an ‘immediate implementation’ of the first stage of Trump’s Gaza plan

International Business Times

UN Identifies 158 Firms Linked To Israeli Settlements

The United Nations on Friday released a long-awaited update of its database of companies with activities in Israeli settlements in Palestinian territories, listing 158 firms from 11 countries.

The National (Scotland)

Why did BBC ignore UK's real free-speech issues – but amplify the far right?

THE next time questions arise about who has the BBC’s ear, this will stand as an answer ...

International Business Times

Egypt Frees Activist Alaa Abdel Fattah After Sisi Pardon

Prominent British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abdel Fattah was released from prison in Cairo, his family said on Tuesday, prompting an emotional reunion with his loved ones after a pardon from President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi.

Al Jazeera

Netanyahu threatens Gaza residents as UN slams Israel over ‘mass killing’

Gaza City residents told to ‘leave now’, while UN human rights chief condemns Israel for ‘war crime upon war crime’.

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