Trump’s ‘racist hate speech’ sparking human rights violations, UN watchdog warns
UN experts warn that racist rhetoric from Trump and US leaders has led to significant human rights violations, particularly concerning migrants and asylum seekers.
War in Iran affects water and air quality, say experts
UN experts warn of immediate impacts on drinking water, air quality, and food due to the environmental damage caused by the ongoing war in Iran.
UN experts report on systematic human rights violations in Belarus
A UN expert group highlights ongoing systematic human rights abuses in Belarus, particularly against political opponents and civil society organizations.
Killings, torture, and disappearances: a group of experts accuses the Bukele government of crimes against humanity before the UN
An international group of experts has accused Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele's government of committing crimes against humanity, including murder, torture, and forced disappearances under a state of emergency since March 2022.
Kim Received His Own Statue While Still Alive. Experts Talk About an Unusual Signal from the Regime
North Korea unveiled a statue of its leader Kim Jong-un, a move that experts say is typically reserved for deceased members of the ruling Kim dynasty.
Africa: Africa Pushes for UNSC Reform As Think Tanks, Diplomats Call for Permanent Seat
African experts advocate for a permanent seat on the UN Security Council to better reflect the continent's role in global affairs.
UN Experts: "Peace Council" in Gaza is an Unlawful Opportunistic Maneuver, and Gaza Reconstruction is an Inherent Right
UN experts have criticized the establishment of a 'Peace Council' in Gaza as an unlawful maneuver and emphasized that the reconstruction of Gaza must be aligned with international law and human rights.
Somalia: Crisis-Level Hunger in Somalia Nearly Doubles to 6.5 Million People, UN Experts Warn
The number of Somalis facing crisis-level hunger has surged to 6.5 million, largely due to conflict and reduced food aid, according to UN experts.
Behind Kim Jong Un's Proud 'Achievements' at the Party Congress: A South Korean Expert Analyzes Local Information
Kim Jong Un's claims of progress at the 9th Party Congress are scrutinized by experts who reveal significant disparities between the official narrative and the lived experiences of North Korean citizens.
Crisis-levels of hunger in Somalia more than double, say UN-backed experts
The number of people experiencing crisis-levels of food insecurity in Somalia has nearly doubled to 6.5 million due to conflict and failed rainy seasons, according to UN-backed experts.
UN Investigators: Sudanese Rebels Conducted Destructive Campaign with Characteristics of Genocide
United Nations-backed human rights experts report that a campaign by Sudanese rebel militias against non-Arab communities exhibits traits of genocide.
UN experts: The actions of the Epstein network may be crimes against humanity
UN human rights experts claim that documents related to Jeffrey Epstein's network indicate potential crimes against humanity, including systematic sexual abuse and human trafficking.
UN Investigators: The Abuses in Al Fashir Appear to Be Genocide
Independent UN experts have concluded that the extreme violence committed by the RSF militia against civilians in Sudan's Al Fashir bears the hallmarks of genocide, targeting particularly non-Arab ethnic groups.
The Epstein case, a 'crime against humanity'? The surprising idea of UN experts
UN experts are considering classifying the Epstein case as a potential crime against humanity due to systematic sexual abuse and trafficking evidence.
The Epstein Affair - A Crime Against Humanity?
UN experts have stated that the atrocities committed by Jeffrey Epstein and his associates against women and girls may qualify as crimes against humanity.
UN: Epstein's crimes against humanity
Independent experts appointed by the UN Human Rights Council reveal that Jeffrey Epstein's criminal activities constitute acts that meet the legal criteria for crimes against humanity.
Epstein files suggest acts that may amount to crimes against humanity, say UN experts
A UN panel claims findings from Epstein files indicate potential crimes against humanity linked to a global criminal network targeting women and girls.
UN expresses concern over targeting of expert on Palestinian rights
The UN has voiced grave concern regarding the targeting of its experts, particularly against Francesca Albanese, a UN expert on human rights in the occupied Palestinian territories, following criticisms from several European governments.
As UN grapples with cash crisis don’t expect China to fill the gap, experts say
UN Secretary-General Guterres has warned of a potential financial collapse due to unpaid dues, urging member states to fulfill their financial obligations amid a significant cash crisis.
Famine has spread to two new cities in Sudan, according to UN-backed experts
Famine has spread to two additional areas in Darfur, Sudan, as reported by UN-supported hunger experts, following the RSF militia's takeover of Al Fashir, which caused mass displacement of residents.
UN: Famine Spreads to Two New Areas in Sudan's Darfur
Famine has spread to two new areas in North Darfur, Sudan, as reported by UN-backed experts, raising concerns over acute malnutrition thresholds in Um Barun and Kernoin near the Chad border due to the fall of Al-Fashir, the capital of North Darfur.
Famine has spread to two new cities in Sudan, according to UN-supported experts
Famine has expanded to two new areas in North Darfur, Sudan, following the RSF militia's takeover of El Fasher, displacing many residents.
Legislation to Execute Palestinian Prisoners Under International Law
Twelve UN experts urged Israel to withdraw a bill to implement the death penalty for 'terrorist acts', highlighting that Israeli military law in the occupied territories violates international law.
Trump admin exit from UN, international organizations raises question of who’s next
The Trump administration's withdrawal from 66 international organizations has sparked concerns among experts about the potential for further exits from other international bodies.
The 'Paralyzed' Security Council Needs Reform. Limiting the Veto Could Help, Experts Agree
Experts agree that limiting the veto power could be a path towards reforming the 'paralyzed' UN Security Council.
A group of UN experts condemns the aggression of the US against Venezuela and the 'kidnapping' of Maduro
A group of UN experts has condemned the illegal military operation of the United States in Venezuela, labeling it a 'forced kidnapping' of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife.
Trump administration withdraws from dozens of international organisations
The Trump administration is exiting from numerous international organizations, including crucial UN agencies and climate treaties, leading to significant backlash from diplomats and experts.
US 'adapt, shrink or die' terms for $2bn aid pot will mean UN bowing down to Washington, say experts
Experts warn that the US's conditions for its $2 billion aid package may lead to a more restrictive and less flexible UN aid system aligned with US political priorities.
Two dead in new US strike against 'narcoterrorists' in international waters in the Pacific, watch video
The US has conducted a strike in international Pacific waters that resulted in two deaths linked to narcoterrorism, raising legal concerns from experts and the UN regarding the legitimacy of such operations.
Kim Ju-ae, Kim Jong-un's daughter, who appears in the running as his possible successor
International policy experts are analyzing the role of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's daughter, who recently reappeared in public inaugurating a luxury hotel with her father, sparking speculation about her potential succession.