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Hundreds Detained After Protests As UN Slams Zimbabwe Crackdown
Hundreds arrested during the anti protests in Zimbabwe as the United Nations urged an end to a brutal security crackdown and an internet blackout.
UN Rights Chief Condemns Sudan’s Crackdown on Protesters
U.N. Human Rights chief Michelle Bachelet condemns Sudan’s crackdown on against anti-government demonstrators saying it can only worsen grievances.
Guatemala Court Blocks President’s Expulsion of UN Team
Guatemala’s highest court issued a ruling Wednesday blocking President Jimmy Morales’ decision to unilaterally end a U.N. anti-corruption commission.
Guatemala to Shut Down UN Anti-Corruption Body Today
Guatemala to shut down United Nations corruption body on Tuesday, 8 months earlier than expected, over accusations the body interfered in internal affairs.
Saudi Woman Fleeing Family Under UN Care in Thailand
Thai authorities says Saudi woman was stopped in Thailand as she tried to flee to Australia to seek asylum is under the care of the U.N. refugee agency.
UN Calls on UAE to Release Rights Activist Ahmed Mansoor
The UAE must release pro-democracy campaigner Ahmed Mansoor, whose 10-year jail sentence for criticizing government on social media was upheld this week.
Why it’s Important South Africa Has UN Security Council Seat Again
South Africa gets a seat for the third time since 1994. Belgium, Germany, Indonesia and the Dominican Republic also joined the Council this week.
East Ukraine Conflict Human Rights Violations Continue Without End
As Ukraine enters its fifth winter of conflict, the United Nations says civilians continue to be victimized by widespread human rights violations and abuse.
China Needs to Release Student Activists And Workers
Chinese authorities have carried a massive crackdown, disappearing students activist in five cities in the country after UN review on human right situation.