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Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General – on Ethiopia and Somalia
New York – The Secretary-General welcomes the announcement of the ‘Ankara Declaration’ in which President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia and Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed of Ethiopia agreed to work towards resolving their differences in a spirit of friendship and mutual respect. He looks forward to a…
UNISFA statement on video of its peacekeepers
Abyei, 12 December 2024 - The attention of the United Nations Interim Force for Abyei (UNISFA) has been drawn to a video circulating online alleging that its peacekeepers interacted with members of the Sudan Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the Abyei Area. UNISFA categorically denies these claims…
Statement Attributable to the UN Special Envoy for Syria Mr. Geir O. Pedersen
The images from Sednaya and other detention facilities starkly underscore the unimaginable barbarity Syrians have endured and reported for years. Despite extensive documentation and testimonies, they only scratch the surface of the carceral system’s horrors. These images are a profound testament to…
Statement Attributable to the Deputy Special Envoy for Syria Ms. Najat Rochdi
In recent days, I have had the privilege of engaging with many Syrian women across Syria and those who were forced into exile. These women are members of networks who have advocated on behalf of Syrian women for decades and throughout the nearly fourteen years of conflict and include members of the…
PR: DRC: Torture prevention mechanism urgently needed amid inhuman prison conditions
GENEVA/KINSHASA (11 December 2024) – The UN Subcommittee on Prevention of Torture (SPT) today called for urgent action to establish a torture prevention mechanism in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), following its first visit to the country from 1 to 7 December.
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UNSMIL marks Human Rights Day with call for stronger protection and inclusive future in Libya
TRIPOLI, 10 December 2024 - Today, on Human Rights Day , the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) emphasises this year’s theme, “Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now,” highlighting the transformative force of human rights in shaping Libya’s future. Human rights are not only ideals but also…
SRSG/DSASG Colin Stewart Remarks for the OSASG End of Year Reception
Your excellency, Mr. Nikos Christodoulides, your excellency Mr. Ersin Tatar, Mr. Mehmet Ali Talat, Madam Sibel Tatar, Excellencies, ladies and gentlemen, dear friends, Good evening, a warm welcome to all of you to the traditional End-of-Year reception, under the auspices of the Secretary-General’s…
Statement Attributable to Deputy Special Envoy for Syria Ms. Najat Rochdi Following the Convening of the Humanitarian Task Force in Geneva
Ms. Najat Rochdi, Deputy Special Envoy for Syria, convened the Humanitarian Task Force in Geneva, urging stakeholders and member states with leverage to prioritize the protection of civilians, safeguard critical infrastructure, and ensure that Syrian institutions continue to function within the…
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On international day, UN commends Somalia on human rights achievements
Mogadishu – Marking Human Rights Day, the United Nations today commended Somalia for its recent achievements in promoting and protecting the rights of all Somalis.
As Delivered: Press Conference by Mr Nicholas Haysom, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMISS
[As Delivered] Thank you for joining me at today’s press conference and welcome to everyone tuning in live on Radio Miraya. Today, I’ll be briefing on three main areas — Firstly, commending progress on technical preparations for elections that we’ve seen more recently. Secondly, our ongoing efforts…