Human rights: Australia’s long and unfinished journey

From Whitlam to the present day, Australia’s disjointed approach to the protection and promotion of human rights has persisted, write Cassandra Le Good and Professor Azadeh Dastyari. Gough Whitlam’s government made a bold and enduring statement in...

The Clooneys and the politics of human rights shaping US foreign policy - opinion

Việt Nam’s re-election to UN Human Rights Council affirms growing global standing: Deputy FM

Egypt Wins Seat on the UN Human Rights Council for a Third Term

Egypt has earned a seat on the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2026–2028 term, after receiving 173 votes in elections held at the UN General Assembly in New York. The win marks a new milestone in Egypt’s diplomatic journey. For...

Gardaí deny allegations that use of force at pro-Palestine protest violated 'human rights obligations'

Garda headquarters has strongly rejected allegations from civil rights and university groups that Garda use of force at pro-Palestine protests near Dublin Port on October 4 violated international obligations.The allegation was made by the Irish...

Pakistan And India Elected To UN Human Rights Council As General Assembly Confirms 14 New Members

Pakistan and India have been elected to the United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC) for the 2026–2028 term, following a secret ballot at the UN General Assembly in New York. Pakistan secured 178 votes, while India received 177, placing both...

UN warns Colombia over mercury contamination in Atrato River, calls crisis a human rights emergency

BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — The United Nations warned that mercury contamination from illegal gold mining in Colombia’s Atrato River basin has created a “serious and ongoing human rights crisis,” threatening the health and survival of Indigenous and...

President Higgins honoured for ‘dedication to justice and human rights’

Pictured (left–right): President Michael D. Higgins and Law Society president Eamon Harrington. President Michael D. Higgins has been honoured by the Law Society for his exceptional contribution to advancing justice, promoting thoughtful legal...

Pledging to be bridge-builder, India elected unopposed to UN Human Rights Council

Pledging to be bridge-builder, India elected unopposed to UN Human Rights Council United Nations: India has been elected unopposed to the Human Rights Council (HRC) for the seventh time to a three-year term starting next year with a pledge to be a...

Anambra Police, NBA Awka Strengthen Partnership to Promote Human Rights

By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Anambra State Police Command has reaffirmed its commitment to upholding justice, protecting human rights, and deepening collaboration with legal professionals to enhance the administration of justice in the state. This...

Pakistan elected to UN Human Rights Council for 2026-28 term with overwhelming support

Islamabad - In a major diplomatic breakthrough, Pakistan on Tuesday was elected to the UN Human Rights Council for the term 2026-28 with an overwhelming majority. The election took place at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, where...

Stonewall backs human rights chief in warning UK over trans exclusion following UK Supreme Court ruling

Stonewall has backed the Council of Europe’s Commissioner for Human Rights in urging the UK Parliament to uphold human rights standards when implementing the recent Supreme Court ruling. This follows the April judgment, which ruled that the legal...

Pakistan elected to UN Human Rights Council for 2026–2028 term

ISLAMABAD - The United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday elected Pakistan along with 13 other members to the UN Human Rights Council for 2026–2028 term. According to the official X (formerly Twitter) account of the UN Human Rights Council, the...

The power of the possible: A step-by-step approach to strengthen human rights in the Middle East

Summary Democratic backsliding, shifting geopolitics and competing priorities have made it harder for Europeans to promote human rights in the Middle East and North Africa. Yet the stability and prosperity of Europe’s neighbourhood—and ultimately...

Egypt Secures Seat on UN Human Rights Council for 2026–2028

Egypt has secured a seat on the United Nations Human Rights Council for the 2026–2028 term after receiving 173 votes during elections held at the UN General Assembly in New York on Tuesday, 14 October. The council, composed of 47 member states...

Human Rights Watch Refuses Donations From Comedians Who Performed In Saudi Arabia

Getty Images Human Rights Watch has declined donations from Aziz Ansari and other comedians who performed at Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Comedy Festival. The performers, including Dave Chappelle and Bill Burr, offered portions of their fees to the...

EU commissioner raises alarm over UK human rights

In two letters published on Tuesday, the European Council Commissioner for Human Rights expressed concerns around UK human rights, its recent policing of pro-Palestine protests, and its rollback of transgender rights. In a letter to the UK...

Yemen: Human Rights Lawyer Arrested

(Beirut) – Houthi Authorities in Yemen arrested the human rights lawyer Abdulmajeed Sabra on September 25, 2025, for a social media post marking an independence holiday opposed by the Houthis, 17 nongovernmental groups including Human Rights Watch...

Photos: Iraq Integrity Commission Highlights Human Rights Role

On Monday, 13th October, the Federal Integrity Commission, through its Department of Relations with NGO’s, held a workshop titled ‘The Role of the Integrity Commission in Protecting Human Rights’. Held at its headquarters near the Celebration...

Pakistan elected to UN Human Rights Council for 2026–2028 term with overwhelming support

Pakistan has secured a seat on the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2026–2028 term, winning with a strong majority and reaffirming its role as an active participant in advancing the global human rights agenda. The election was...