Central African Republic: UN underscores grave humanitarian, human rights situation
A displaced woman receives aid items from UNHCR in Uganga, Central African Republic.
With Syria’s neighbours ‘stretched to the limit,’ UN refugee chief urges greater support
Thousands of people flowed from Syria across the Peshkhabour border crossing into Iraq'...
Indonesia: Australian Leader’s Visit Should Promote Rights
Australia’s Prime Minister Tony Abbott should ensure that the rights of asylum seekers and migrants are respected in any agreements with the Indonesian government. Abbott is slated to meet with Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono in Jakarta...
Eight more Greenpeace International activists detained in Russia following Arctic oil protest
A further eight Greenpeace International activists have been detained for two months in Russia pending an investigation into possible charges of piracy. The eight will join 22 others, including a freelance videographer and freelance photographer,...
Sudan: Dozens Killed During Protests
Sudan’s security forces have been implicated in killing dozens of protesters following demonstrations over the past week, Human Rights Watch said. The security forces have detained numerous protesters and opposition party members.
Asia-Pacific nations at UN call for urgent global approach to mitigate climate change
Vete Sakaio, Deputy Prime Minister of Tuvalu.
Russia: Jailed Pussy Riot Member Cites Abuse
Member of the punk band "Pussy Riot" Nadezhda Tolokonnikova looks out...
UN human rights office urges restraint as death toll in Sudan fuel protests rises
Cécile Pouilly, spokesperson for the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights.
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At UN meeting, countries commit to protect gay rights, combat discrimination
Greenpeace International to appeal Russian court rulings as activists face long detentions
Greenpeace International condemned a series of Russian court rulings which left dozens of activists in custody pending investigations into a peaceful Arctic oil protest. The group insisted it would not be intimidated and its lawyers would lodge an...
