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Myanmar: Mandatory conscription shows junta’s ‘desperation’, rights expert says
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Myanmar: Mandatory conscription shows junta’s ‘desperation’, rights expert says

Describing the move as a further sign of the junta’s “weakness and desperation”, Special Rapporteur Tom Andrews called for stronger international action to protect vulnerable populations across the country.“While wounded…

22 February 2024 · 4 min read

World News in Brief: Papua New Guinea violence, Ukraine’s displaced, .6 billion DR Congo appeal
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World News in Brief: Papua New Guinea violence, Ukraine’s displaced, $2.6 billion DR Congo appeal

Authorities are urged to engage with provincial and local leaders in a dialogue to achieve durable peace and respect for human rights in the remote Highlands region.The appeal follows the…

21 February 2024 · 3 min read

Lifesaving medical care collapsing under assault in Gaza: WHO
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Lifesaving medical care collapsing under assault in Gaza: WHO

The largest remaining hospital in southern Gaza is “barely functional”, WHO warned amid reports of intense attacks by Israeli forces.

17 February 2024 · 4 min read

International Day for the Prevention of Violent Extremism as and when Conducive to Terrorism, 12 February
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International Day for the Prevention of Violent Extremism as and when Conducive to Terrorism, 12 February

Violent extremism is an affront to the purposes and principles of the United Nations. It undermines peace and security, human rights and sustainable development.

13 February 2024 · 4 min read

Gaza: UN health agency warns over continuing attacks on healthcare
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Gaza: UN health agency warns over continuing attacks on healthcare

The war in Gaza hasn’t spared hospitals, their staff or the people sheltering there, more than 350 attacks on healthcare in the enclave since hostilities erupted.

12 February 2024 · 4 min read

World News in Brief: Dozens killed in Mali ‘summary executions’, Ukraine update, civilian protection in DR Congo, Haiti human rights
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World News in Brief: Dozens killed in Mali ‘summary executions’, Ukraine update, civilian protection in DR Congo, Haiti human rights

The alleged massacre happened in Welingara village in the Nara region of central Mali on 26 January. Some 30 civilians were also reportedly killed by unidentified gunmen in the Bandiagara…

4 February 2024 · 5 min read

Afghanistan: Taliban’s crackdown on women over ‘bad hijab’ must end
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Afghanistan: Taliban’s crackdown on women over ‘bad hijab’ must end

The incidents, which have surged since early January, are purportedly linked to violations of the Taliban’s stringent dress code for women.The Human Rights Council-appointed experts called on de facto authorities…

4 February 2024 · 3 min read