Volker Türk calls for accountability in the face of escalating violence, summary executions, and attacks on civilian ...

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, has expressed deep alarm over Afghanistan's recent decision to revoke the licenses of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that continue to ...

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The Christian misfits did not lead comfortable lives. For this reason, among others, they tended to make others uncomfortable ...

"We must condemn it in all its forms, alongside bigotry, intolerance, and hatred," Mr. Türk advocated, urging people to take ...

“I arrived, I have to say, with a heavy heart, given the compounded traumas over decades in both countries, but I see signs of new beginnings,” said Volker Türk – speaking in the Lebanese capital, ...

A case of mpox has been found in Azerbaijan, Interfax news agency reported on Saturday, adding that the patient had been isolated and was receiving treatment in hospital. Interfax quoted Azerbaijan's ...

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, has expressed significant relief following the first phase of a ceasefire in Gaza, highlighting the immense suffering endured by civilians over the ...

Lebanon’s political and economic landscape is showing signs of a new chapter, according to Volker Türk, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, who wrapped up a visit to Beirut after ...

Volker Türk, the United Nations human rights chief, urges the lifting of Western sanctions on Syria following Bashar Assad's ousting. Türk emphasizes the importance of transitional justice and human ...

Damascus, Syria - January 15, 2025 The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, said Wednesday that transitional justice is “crucial” to hold accountable those responsible for ...

While visiting Syria, Volker Türk also urged transitional justice for victims, saying it enhances public trust in state institutions as the country moves ahead under its de facto new leaders. "Revenge ...