United Nations Human Rights Council.
United Nations body tasked with the promotion of human rights
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Active this week
Earlier this month
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Nicaragua formally withdrew from the Organization of American States and the United Nations Human Rights Council.Some support3 reports
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The International Chamber of Commerce frustrated the treaty process and the US rejected the human rights process in 2018.Some support1 report
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Cambodia participated in a United Nations Human Rights Council session and engaged with a Special Rapporteur in Phnom Penh.Some support1 report
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The UN Human Rights Council (HRC) held its 63rd session in Geneva on September 19, 2026, where an Indian representative addressed the council.Some support14 reports2 developments inside
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The United Nations Human Rights Council debates governance issues related to the ongoing Yemen crisis.Some support1 report
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Malawi contributed to a global dialogue on human rights issues.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Malawi, South Africa, and Mauritius voted to support a UN Human Rights Council resolution investigating abuses in Sudan.Some support3 reports
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Lee Man-Hee was detained in Seoul, and the UN Human Rights Council discussed South Korea's obligations under international law.Some support2 reports
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The Human Rights Commission is monitoring rights issues within Pakistan.Well supported9 reports1 development inside
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Walter raised concerns and UNICEF reported on the large population of child brides in Pakistan, addressed at the UN Human Rights Council.Some support7 reports
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Vietnam concluded Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with Switzerland, Iceland, Norway, and Liechtenstein, while also upgrading relations with the EU and joining the UNHRC.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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The UN Human Rights Council hosted side events in Geneva, alongside geographical confirmations regarding Rajasthan and Jaisalmer.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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ICJ and UNHRC address human rights abuses and government crackdowns in Tunisia.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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India highlighted a community approach to human rights at the UN Human Rights Council.Some support1 report
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The UN Human Rights Council is addressing ongoing human rights issues in Libya, with the International Commission of Jurists involved.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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BYC monitors the human rights situation in Balochistan.Some support1 report
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The UN Human Rights Council held its 63rd Session in Geneva to examine Sri Lanka's conflict accountability.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Sri Lanka faces pressure regarding the end of its IMF program while addressing international obligations and trade risks.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Bernard Duhaime delivered a report to the United Nations Human Rights Council concerning denialism and international law.Some support1 report
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Conflict in Sudan has spread into South Darfur, and the UN Human Rights Council is investigating the situation.Some support1 report4 developments inside
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The UN Human Rights Council has initiated an investigation into state actions in Sri Lanka, utilizing investigative footage.Well supported5 reports2 developments inside
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China participates in UN Human Rights Council events co-hosted in Geneva.Some support2 reports
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The UN Human Rights Council expressed concern over the human rights crisis in Tunisia and called on the government to end repression.Well supported6 reports3 developments inside
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Ethiopia addresses the UN Human Rights Council regarding the human rights situation in the country.Some support2 reports
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The United Nations Human Rights Council accused Pakistan of gross human rights violations, including military operations and disappearances, in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.Some support4 reports
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The UNHRC, led by Volker Türk, is involved in assessing the severe flood crisis affecting both China and Nepal.Some support1 report
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Ghana is seeking re-election to the UN Human Rights Council, with diplomatic support sought from Chile.Some support1 report
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Senaka Weeraratna delivered a talk at the Japanese Parliament, which influenced the United Nations Human Rights Council voting decision.Some support1 report
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Protests in PoK appeal to the UN Human Rights Council while India's Ministry of External Affairs monitors the situation.Some support23 reports1 development inside
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The UN Human Rights Council urged Iran to end the targeting of ethnic minorities and addressed the imminent risk of execution.Some support2 reports
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A UN panel communicated concerns to the U.S. regarding human rights issues.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Ashvathaman Allimuthu addressed issues at the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva regarding Tamil Nadu.Some support1 report
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The United Nations Human Rights Council reported renewed hostilities and alleged violations of international law since February 2026.Some support1 report
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Joachim Rücker, former President of the UN Human Rights Council, addressed Iran's human rights crisis at a conference held in Rome.Some support1 report
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Belgium plans to raise issues at the UNHRC regarding China's laws, coordinating its response with EU partners.Some support1 report
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The UNHRC is monitoring grave violations and escalating atrocities in both Myanmar and Sudan.Some support5 reports
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Australia is currently undergoing a review by the United Nations Human Rights Council, involving the Australian government and advocacy groups like Equality Australia.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The UN Human Rights Council investigated the human rights situation in Central Asia, discussing the case of a critical journalist.Some support1 report
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Letters were sent regarding human rights concerns concerning a community located in the province of Bataan.Some support1 report
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The UN Human Rights Council monitored the human rights situation in North Kivu and urged Rwanda to cease support for M23.Well supported3 reports
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International bodies, including the UNHRC, European Parliament, and European Commission, discuss and act on migration policy, including criticism of EU policy on migrant rights.Some support2 reports4 developments inside
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NGOs are calling on the UNHRC to advance accountability in Sudan, condemning external actors supporting warring parties, including the UAE.Some support3 reports
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The UN Human Rights Council should address the ongoing situation in North Kordofan.Some support4 reports
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The UN Human Rights Council convened a high-level side event on surrogacy, involving participants from Chile, Cameroon, and the Holy See.Some support2 reports
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India raised concerns regarding the human rights situation.Well supported9 reports
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A UK ambassador delivered a statement on behalf of the Core Group at the UN Human Rights Council.Some support1 report
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The International Commission of Jurists monitors the human rights situation in Myanmar, while the UN Human Rights Council addresses the matter.Some support3 reports
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Farooq Abdullah appealed to the UN Human Rights Council regarding ongoing civilian killings.Some support2 reports
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News at the entities that move United Nations Human Rights Council most-
Sudan OperationalQatar and the ICRC discuss and aim to support humanitarian efforts in Sudan and the Gaza Strip.Moves United Nations Human Rights Council
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United Nations StructuralUzbekistan hosted a summit in Samarkand, attended by President Mirziyoyev and UN representatives.Moves United Nations Human Rights Council
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Tajikistan StructuralIshaq Dar attended a dinner hosted by the Prime Minister of Tajikistan on October 19, 2026.Moves United Nations Human Rights Council
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Cameroon StructuralConnecticut broadleaf and Cameroon wrappers are being used in cigar production alongside Dominican tobaccos.Moves United Nations Human Rights Council
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António Guterres OperationalInger Andersen and António Guterres warned about the failure of global climate targets.Moves United Nations Human Rights Council
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Kashmir OperationalCM announced a proposed stipend increase for interns in Kashmir.Moves United Nations Human Rights Council
Connections
The 40 strongest of 99, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Sudan Operational
The UNHRC actively monitors, investigates, and issues resolutions regarding human rights abuses and conflict in Sudan.
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Francesca Albanese Structural
Francesca Albanese serves as a formal expert on human rights issues for the United Nations Human Rights Council.
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Sri Lanka Structural
The UNHRC formally monitors Sri Lanka's adherence to international human rights obligations and applies sustained international pressure.
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Tajikistan Structural
The UNHRC monitors and investigates the human rights situation within Tajikistan.
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Cameroon Structural
Cameroon is a member state that participates in the United Nations Human Rights Council.
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Joachim Rücker Structural
Joachim Rücker served as the President of the UNHRC, the body represented by the council.
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United Nations Structural
The United Nations Human Rights Council functions as a mandated body operating under the organizational structure of the United Nations.
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Nigeria Structural
Nigeria was formally elected as a member of the United Nations Human Rights Council for the 2027-2029 term.
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Pakistan Operational
The UNHRC actively monitors and scrutinizes Pakistan's human rights record, while Pakistan engages with the Council on bilateral issues.
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Tunisia Structural
The UN Human Rights Council formally monitors and scrutinizes Tunisia's adherence to international human rights obligations.
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South Sudan Operational
The UN Human Rights Council actively monitors the human rights situation in South Sudan and responds to appeals for international aid.
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Wellington City Council Structural
Wellington City Council uses lists provided by the UN Human Rights Council to inform its procurement decisions.
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Vietnam Structural
Vietnam is a member state of the United Nations Human Rights Council, participating in its official capacity.
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Myanmar Operational
The UNHRC formally discusses the grave human rights violations and calls for accountability regarding the situation in Myanmar.
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Malawi Operational
Malawi actively participates in the UN Human Rights Council, contributing to global dialogue and leading resolutions.
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Philippines Structural
The UNHRC formally communicates human rights concerns through official correspondence to the government of the Philippines.
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House of Assembly Operational
The international body (UNHRC) influences and guides the national legislative actions of the House of Assembly.
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António Guterres Operational
Guterres, in his capacity as Secretary-General, makes official statements and represents the work of the UN bodies, including the Human Rights Council.
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Kashmir Operational
Protests in Kashmir appeal to the UNHRC seeking international investigation into rights violations.
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Kenya Structural
Kenya maintains formal membership status within the United Nations Human Rights Council.
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International Commission of Jurists Operational
The two bodies actively collaborate, with the International Commission of Jurists presenting findings to the UNHRC and jointly addressing human rights violations.
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Bunnik Structural
Bunnik is subject to discussion and oversight during sessions of the UNHRC.
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Morocco Structural
Morocco holds formal membership and participates in events organized by the UN Human Rights Council.
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Ethiopia Operational
Ethiopia actively engages with the United Nations Human Rights Council, presenting issues and being monitored regarding human rights situations.
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Bernard Duhaime Structural
Bernard Duhaime functions as a key expert delivering reports on international law and human rights issues to the UNHRC.
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Volker Türk Structural
Volker Türk addressed the United Nations Human Rights Council during its opening.
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Tanzania Structural
Tanzania holds membership status within the United Nations Human Rights Council.
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Hamas Operational
The UNHRC is formally accused of complicity in civilian deaths related to Hamas's actions.
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Richard Goldstone Transactional
The UN Human Rights Council utilized Richard Goldstone's expertise during an investigation into Israeli operations.
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World Uyghur Congress Operational
The UNHRC and WUC actively coordinate advocacy efforts, with the Congress presenting concerns at the Council.
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Venezuela Structural
The UNHRC is formally mandated to monitor and address the human rights situation within Venezuela.
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North Kordofan Shared context
The Council's mandate includes addressing the specific situation within the region of North Kordofan.
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PTA Structural
PTA is subject to oversight and criticism from the international body, the UN Human Rights Council.
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Louis Charbonneau Structural
Louis Charbonneau serves as a UN Director commenting on the Human Rights Council.
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crown prince Structural
The UNHRC provides the international framework through which the crown prince's vision is translated and operationalized.
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Burkina Faso Structural
Burkina Faso maintains a formal membership status within the United Nations Human Rights Council.
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Walter Operational
Walter raises concerns regarding human rights issues in relation to the United Nations Human Rights Council.
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Belarus Structural
The UN Human Rights Council formally reviews Belarus regarding human rights violations and repression.
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Channel 4 Mentioned together
Channel 4's investigative footage provides information and evidence to the United Nations Human Rights Council.
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Executive Office for Immigration Review Structural
The UN Human Rights Council monitors the judicial integrity of the Executive Office for Immigration Review.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
6 events- Nigeria was elected to the UNHRC for 2027-2029, while Ghana and Zambia secured more votes than Nigeria.
- The International Chamber of Commerce frustrated the treaty process and the US rejected the human rights process in 2018.
- Cambodia participated in a United Nations Human Rights Council session and engaged with a Special Rapporteur in Phnom Penh.
- The United Nations Human Rights Council debates governance issues related to the ongoing Yemen crisis.
- Malawi, South Africa, and Mauritius voted to support a UN Human Rights Council resolution investigating abuses in Sudan.
- Lee Man-Hee was detained in Seoul, and the UN Human Rights Council discussed South Korea's obligations under international law.
September 2026
14 events- The UN Human Rights Council (HRC) held its 63rd session in Geneva on September 19, 2026, where an Indian representative addressed the council.
- Walter raised concerns and UNICEF reported on the large population of child brides in Pakistan, addressed at the UN Human Rights Council.
- Vietnam concluded Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with Switzerland, Iceland, Norway, and Liechtenstein, while also upgrading relations with the EU and joining the UNHRC.
- The UN Human Rights Council hosted side events in Geneva, alongside geographical confirmations regarding Rajasthan and Jaisalmer.
- ICJ and UNHRC address human rights abuses and government crackdowns in Tunisia.
- India highlighted a community approach to human rights at the UN Human Rights Council.
- The UN Human Rights Council is addressing ongoing human rights issues in Libya, with the International Commission of Jurists involved.
- BYC monitors the human rights situation in Balochistan.
- The UN Human Rights Council held its 63rd Session in Geneva to examine Sri Lanka's conflict accountability.
- Bernard Duhaime delivered a report to the United Nations Human Rights Council concerning denialism and international law.
- China participates in UN Human Rights Council events co-hosted in Geneva.
- Ethiopia addresses the UN Human Rights Council regarding the human rights situation in the country.
- The United Nations Human Rights Council accused Pakistan of gross human rights violations, including military operations and disappearances, in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
- The UNHRC, led by Volker Türk, is involved in assessing the severe flood crisis affecting both China and Nepal.
August 2026
5 events- Nicaragua formally withdrew from the Organization of American States and the United Nations Human Rights Council.
- Ghana is seeking re-election to the UN Human Rights Council, with diplomatic support sought from Chile.
- Senaka Weeraratna delivered a talk at the Japanese Parliament, which influenced the United Nations Human Rights Council voting decision.
- Protests in PoK appeal to the UN Human Rights Council while India's Ministry of External Affairs monitors the situation.
- The UN Human Rights Council urged Iran to end the targeting of ethnic minorities and addressed the imminent risk of execution.
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July 2026
10 events- The UN Human Rights Council expressed concern over the human rights crisis in Tunisia and called on the government to end repression.
- A UN panel communicated concerns to the U.S. regarding human rights issues.
- Ashvathaman Allimuthu addressed issues at the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva regarding Tamil Nadu.
- The United Nations Human Rights Council reported renewed hostilities and alleged violations of international law since February 2026.
- Joachim Rücker, former President of the UN Human Rights Council, addressed Iran's human rights crisis at a conference held in Rome.
- Belgium plans to raise issues at the UNHRC regarding China's laws, coordinating its response with EU partners.
- The UNHRC is monitoring grave violations and escalating atrocities in both Myanmar and Sudan.
- Australia is currently undergoing a review by the United Nations Human Rights Council, involving the Australian government and advocacy groups like Equality Australia.
- The UN Human Rights Council investigated the human rights situation in Central Asia, discussing the case of a critical journalist.
- Letters were sent regarding human rights concerns concerning a community located in the province of Bataan.
June 2026
15 events- The UN Human Rights Council is reviewing the ongoing human rights situation in Belarus.
- Malawi contributed to a global dialogue on human rights issues.
- The Human Rights Commission is monitoring rights issues within Pakistan.
- Sri Lanka faces pressure regarding the end of its IMF program while addressing international obligations and trade risks.
- Conflict in Sudan has spread into South Darfur, and the UN Human Rights Council is investigating the situation.
- The UN Human Rights Council has initiated an investigation into state actions in Sri Lanka, utilizing investigative footage.
- The UN Human Rights Council monitored the human rights situation in North Kivu and urged Rwanda to cease support for M23.
- International bodies, including the UNHRC, European Parliament, and European Commission, discuss and act on migration policy, including criticism of EU policy on migrant rights.
- NGOs are calling on the UNHRC to advance accountability in Sudan, condemning external actors supporting warring parties, including the UAE.
- The UN Human Rights Council should address the ongoing situation in North Kordofan.
- The UN Human Rights Council convened a high-level side event on surrogacy, involving participants from Chile, Cameroon, and the Holy See.
- India raised concerns regarding the human rights situation.
- A UK ambassador delivered a statement on behalf of the Core Group at the UN Human Rights Council.
- The International Commission of Jurists monitors the human rights situation in Myanmar, while the UN Human Rights Council addresses the matter.
- Farooq Abdullah appealed to the UN Human Rights Council regarding ongoing civilian killings.