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Venezuela's Post-Election Crackdown: A Human Rights Crisis Unveiled

In the aftermath of Nicolas Maduro's controversial re-election in July, Venezuela has witnessed a chilling escalation of state-sanctioned repression, according to a recent United Nations report. The report, released by the UN Human Rights Council (OHCHR), paints a grim picture of the country's......

Morocco Takes Historic Step: DNA Testing to Identify Tazmamart Victims

The National Human Rights Council (CNDH) of Morocco has launched a groundbreaking initiative to bring closure to a dark chapter in the country's history. On September 4, the council announced the commencement of DNA analysis operations aimed at confirming the identities of prisoners who perished......

Morocco's Human Rights Council Greenlights DNA Testing for Tazmamart Victims After Two Decades

In a significant development for human rights in Morocco, the National Human Rights Council (CNDH) has approved DNA testing on the remains of detainees who perished in the notorious Tazmamart prison. This decision comes after a 20-year campaign by the Association of Victims of Tazmamart, marking a potential......

CNDH Advocates for Equitable Urban Development in Morocco

The National Human Rights Council (CNDH) of Morocco convened its third “Agora of Human Rights” session today, tackling the pressing issues and prospects associated with the nation's rapidly expanding urban landscapes. Under the theme “The Right to the City and the City of Rights:......

Rabat Named Permanent Secretariat for Africa’s Torture Prevention Network

In a significant move highlighting Morocco’s influential role in human rights advocacy across Africa, the National Human Rights Council (CNDH) of Morocco has been chosen to host the permanent secretariat of the African Network of National Preventive Mechanisms (NPMs) for the prevention of torture.......

Crisis in Gaza: Over 625,000 Children Deprived of Education Amid Ongoing Conflict

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) has issued a harrowing report detailing the severe impact of the ongoing conflict in Gaza on children's education. For over eight months, more than 625,000 children have been unable to attend school due to......

Morocco Takes the Helm at the 56th UN Human Rights Council Session

The 56th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) has commenced, with Morocco assuming the presidency. In a world grappling with numerous human rights challenges, this session promises to provide a crucial platform for addressing pressing global concerns. Ambassador Omar Zniber, Morocco's......

Senegal Solidifies Backing for Morocco's Autonomy Plan in Sahara

In a resounding affirmation, Senegal has reiterated its unwavering support for Morocco's territorial integrity and sovereignty over its southern provinces in Sahara. This renewed endorsement came during the recent session of the United Nations Special Committee on the Situation with regard to the......

UN Inquiry Unveils Harrowing Findings on Israeli Operations in Gaza

In a groundbreaking move, an impartial United Nations commission of inquiry has unveiled a damning report that accuses Israel of perpetrating crimes against humanity during its military operations in Gaza. The findings, set to be presented before the UN Human Rights Council next week, paint a harrowing......