Israel’s assault on the foundations of international law must have consequences: UN experts

30 December 2024, GENEVA – Israel must face the consequences of its campaign to undermine the legal framework for the protection of civilians in armed conflicts, a group of independent human rights experts* said today, as the full-scale armed assault on Gaza and...

Iran: Experts alarmed at systematic targeting of Baha’i women

23 December 2024, GENEVA  – Independent human rights experts* today expressed serious concern at what appears to be an increase in systematic targeting of women belonging to the Baha’i religious minority throughout the country. The experts said that Baha’i women...

Syria: Experts advocate for sovereignty, democratic reconstruction and respect for human rights

20 December 2024, GENEVA – A group of independent human rights experts* today called for unified support for Syria in its critical transition following the fall of the Assad regime. “This represents a watershed moment in the region’s history, offering an opportunity...