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human-rights-international-relations1 year ago•13 min saved

"Gaza's Looming Famine Crisis: Children Starving to Death"

Human Rights Watch has reported that children in Gaza are dying from starvation-related complications as a result of Israel's use of starvation as a weapon of war, constituting a war crime. The Israeli government's deliberate blocking of aid and humanitarian assistance has led to a major acceleration of death and malnutrition, with 32 people, including 28 children, reported to have died from malnutrition and dehydration. International humanitarian law prohibits the starvation of civilians as a method of warfare, and concerned governments are urged to impose targeted sanctions and suspend arms transfers to press for access to humanitarian aid and basic services in Gaza.

via Human Rights Watch|

#gaza #human-rights-international-relations #humanitarian-crisis

human-rights-international-relations1 year ago•2 min saved

"UN Experts Condemn Russia's Torture of Ukrainian POWs as Widespread War Crime"

UN-backed human rights experts have uncovered new evidence of widespread and systematic torture of Ukrainian prisoners of war by Russian authorities, potentially amounting to war crimes. The Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine reported "horrific treatment" of POWs in Russia, including beatings, electric shocks, and limited access to food and water. The report also highlighted incidents of rape and sexual violence against women as war crimes, and raised concerns about the relocation of children from Ukraine to Russian-occupied Crimea. The commission noted a lack of cooperation from Russian authorities and emphasized the ongoing civilian suffering resulting from the war in Ukraine.

via The Associated Press|

#human-rights-international-relations #russia #torture

human-rights-international-relations1 year ago•2 min saved

UN Report Condemns Iran for Crimes Against Humanity in 2022 Protest Crackdown

A United Nations report has accused Iran of committing "crimes against humanity" through its repression of peaceful protests and institutional discrimination against women and girls, citing violations such as extrajudicial killings, torture, and gender persecution. The report highlighted the case of a 22-year-old woman, Jina Mahsa Amini, whose death sparked protests calling for greater rights and freedoms for women. The report also found evidence of security forces using unnecessary and disproportionate force, including the use of rape, to quell protests. The UN urged Iran to stop repressing peaceful protesters and called for accountability and justice for the victims.

via CNN|

#human-rights-international-relations #human-rights-violations #iran

human-rights-international-relations1 year ago•3 min saved

UN Probe Finds Iran Guilty of Crimes Against Humanity in 2022 Crackdown

A U.N. fact-finding mission has concluded that Iran is responsible for the "physical violence" that led to the death of Mahsa Amini, sparking nationwide protests against the country's mandatory hijab laws and ruling theocracy. The report found that Iran committed "crimes against humanity" through its actions, including employing lethal force to suppress demonstrations and sexually assaulting detainees. The release of the report adds international pressure on Tehran amid wider Western concerns about its nuclear program and support for Russia in the war on Ukraine.

via ABC News|

#human-rights #human-rights-international-relations #iran

human-rights-international-relations1 year ago•3 min saved

UN Probe Finds Iran Committed Crimes Against Humanity During Protest Crackdown

A UN fact-finding mission has concluded that the Iranian regime's crackdown on protests in 2022 amounted to crimes against humanity, specifically targeting women and girls. The report details widespread and systematic human rights violations, including murder, imprisonment, torture, rape, and persecution. The Iranian government has been urged to provide justice and reparations to the victims, but has refused to cooperate with the investigation. Human rights groups have also reported ongoing repression of protesters' families, journalists, activists, and enforcement of compulsory hijab laws on women and girls.

via The Guardian|

#crimes-against-humanity #human-rights-international-relations #human-rights-violations

human-rights-international-relations1 year ago•7 min saved

"Humanitarian Crisis: The Impact of Starvation and Agricultural Terrorism on Palestinians in Gaza"

The UN's leading expert on the right to food accuses Israel of deliberately starving Palestinians, leading to widespread hunger and severe malnutrition in the Gaza Strip. Israel's destruction of food supplies and severe restrictions on humanitarian aid have exacerbated the crisis, with children, pregnant women, and the elderly being the most vulnerable. The expert asserts that intentionally depriving people of food is a war crime and suggests that Israel should be held accountable for genocide. The situation is dire, with almost 16% of children under two acutely malnourished in northern Gaza, and 95% of households restricting meals. The UNRWA, which provides essential services for Palestinian refugees, has had its funding suspended by several countries, further exacerbating the humanitarian crisis.

via The Guardian|

#genocide #human-rights-international-relations #humanitarian-crisis

human-rights-international-relations1 year ago•2 min saved

"UN Experts Call for Investigation into Alleged Israeli Forces' Abuses of Palestinian Women and Girls"

UN experts are urging an investigation into alleged human rights abuses by Israeli forces against Palestinian women and girls in Gaza and the West Bank, including extrajudicial killings, arbitrary detention, rape, and sexual violence. The Israel Defense Forces deny the accusations, stating they adhere to international law and require precise details or proof for examination. The UN experts expressed concerns over the treatment and detention of Palestinian women and girls, calling for Israel to uphold their rights and dignity. The UN and human rights organizations have been criticized for their response to reports of gender-based violence by Hamas fighters against Israelis.

via CNN|

#human-rights-international-relations #human-rights-violations #investigation

human-rights-international-relations2 years ago•3 min saved

"UN Criticizes China's Human Rights Record and Treatment of Uighurs"

China faced rare scrutiny of its human rights record at the United Nations, with the UK and US criticizing its treatment of Uyghurs, Tibetans, and Hong Kong activists, and calling for the repeal of the national security law. China's ambassador dismissed concerns as based on "misunderstanding or misinformation," while smaller countries praised China's poverty alleviation efforts. The review comes after a UN report found "serious human rights violations" against Uyghurs in Xinjiang, prompting increased international scrutiny of China's policies.

via The Guardian|

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human-rights-international-relations2 years ago•28 min saved

"Global Decline in Human Rights: 2023-2024 Report Highlights Authoritarian Weaponization"

The human rights system is facing significant challenges in 2024, with governments showing selective outrage and engaging in transactional diplomacy that undermines the universal principles of international human rights and the rule of law. Despite ongoing human rights and humanitarian crises in various regions, there have been some positive developments, such as the adoption of a political declaration to protect civilians from the use of explosive weapons in armed conflict and advancements in the rights of marginalized communities in countries like Japan, Nepal, and Mexico. However, the lack of consistent and principled human rights leadership from governments, coupled with transactional diplomacy, continues to perpetuate human rights abuses and erode the legitimacy of the international human rights framework.

via Human Rights Watch|

#diplomacy #global-crises #human-rights