United Nations Human Rights

U.N. rebukes Burundi, Philippines president Duterte for threats

Tue, 21 Nov 2017 - 12:26 GMT

The United Nations human rights office on Tuesday condemned attacks and threats made against its investigators.

UN experts condemn racist violence in U.S., urge investigations

Wed, 16 Aug 2017 - 03:56 GMT

UN human rights experts called on U.S. political leaders "at all levels" on Wednesday to combat rising racist violence and xenophobia.

UN warns Venezuela over 'use of excessive force'

Tue, 08 Aug 2017 - 12:19 GMT

The United Nations Human Rights Office has warned of "widespread and systematic use of excessive force" being used against protesters in Venezuela.

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