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Commemorating Eight Years of Rohingya Displacement: A Call for International Solidarity and Protection
The Current Situation of Rohingya DisplacementSince the onset of mass displacement in August 2017, the Rohingya people have endured an ongoing humanitarian crisis characterized...
Chaloka Beyani Appointed as UN Special Adviser on Genocide Prevention
Introduction to the AppointmentOn October 12, 2023, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres officially announced the appointment of Chaloka Beyani as the Special Adviser on...
Remembering Srebrenica: A Call for Vigilance and Justice
The Tragic Legacy of SrebrenicaThe events surrounding Srebrenica in July 1995 remain a harrowing chapter in the history of Bosnia and Herzegovina, marked by...
Reflecting on the Rwandan Genocide: A Call to Action for Human Rights
Mourning and RemembranceThe horrific events of the Rwandan genocide in 1994 have left an indelible mark on the collective consciousness of humanity. The tragic...
Investigating Enforced Disappearances and Crimes Against Humanity in Ukraine
Introduction to Enforced Disappearances in UkraineEnforced disappearances, a grievous violation of human rights, have emerged as a troubling issue in Ukraine, especially in the...
UN Secretary-General Calls for Immediate Release of Detained Personnel in Yemen
UN Condemns Arbitrary Detention of PersonnelThe recent arbitrary detention of United Nations personnel by Houthi authorities has drawn strong condemnation from UN Secretary-General António...
General Assembly’s Recent Approvals: Addressing Human Rights and Global Challenges
Overview of the General Assembly's ResolutionsThe General Assembly's third committee has recently approved a total of 47 resolutions and one decision that collectively address...
Navigating the Complexities of Human Rights in today’s World
The Current Landscape of Human RightsIn the contemporary world, the landscape of human rights is becoming increasingly complex, characterized by a variety of persistent...
Third Committee Approves Nine Draft Resolutions on Key Human Rights Issues
Introduction to the Third Committee's Recent ApprovalsThe United Nations Third Committee, which focuses on social, humanitarian, and cultural matters, has recently taken a significant...
Press Briefing on Priorities and Key Events for 2024 of the Vienna-based UN Organizations and Agencies
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by Jakob Staubmann, A. Sharief, Hedi Bousnina
On 24.01.2024, representatives from the Vienna-based United Nations (UN) organizations and agencies held a press briefing to outline...