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Sexual violence against children in Sudan: A growing crisis

Since the beginning of 2024, Sudan has seen a disturbing rise in sexual violence, with more than 200 children, some as young as one, falling victim to rape. According to a report from UNICEF, at least 221 children, including boys, have been raped by armed men. The violence is primarily attributed to......

Forty countries reaffirm support for Morocco's sovereignty over Sahara

During the 58th session of the Human Rights Council (HRC), which is ongoing until April 4th at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, around forty countries reaffirmed their full support for Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara. The declaration, delivered by Ali Mohamed Saeed Majawar, the Permanent......

Morocco's vote for death penalty moratorium aligns with human rights advocacy

Morocco’s recent vote in favor of a moratorium on the application of the death penalty reflects years of human rights advocacy and aligns with the recommendations of the National Human Rights Council (CNDH). The announcement was made on Tuesday in Geneva during a high-level panel at the 58th session......

US Policy Shift on UN Resolutions Regarding the Russia-Ukraine War

After three years of unwavering support for Ukraine, the United States has altered its stance, voting against a United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) resolution condemning Russia’s invasion. Additionally, the US proposed an alternative resolution that avoided explicitly blaming Russia and instead......

Strengthening Multilateralism for Global Peace and Security

At a time when global peace seems more elusive than ever, UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged Security Council members to rekindle the spirit of multilateralism. He emphasized that, despite its imperfections, multilateralism is an effective system for collective security. Guterres stressed......

Gaza’s reconstruction requires over $53 billion, says UN

The United Nations has estimated that Gaza will need more than $53 billion to recover from the ongoing war with Israel, which has also impacted other Palestinian territories. According to a report released on Tuesday, at least $20 billion will be required within the first three years of reconstruction.......

UN investigates Bangladesh's former government for potential crimes against humanity

The United Nations has accused the former government of Bangladesh, led by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, of potentially committing "crimes against humanity" in an effort to maintain power during 2024. The UN's human rights office published a fact-finding report, documenting a systematic......

Iraq reaffirms support for Morocco's territorial integrity

The Republic of Iraq has reaffirmed its unwavering stance in support of the territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Morocco. On Saturday, Iraq reiterated this position and welcomed the growing international momentum behind the autonomy plan aimed at resolving the ongoing dispute over Moroccan Sahara. Iraq’s......

Regional Stability at Risk as UN Warns of Worsening DR Congo Conflict

The United Nations has urged immediate action to prevent the escalating conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) from destabilizing the region. Speaking at an emergency session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk cautioned that the situation......