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world11 days ago
Former Hostage Describes Sexual Abuse by Hamas at UN Human Rights Council
Ilana Gritzewsky, a former hostage held by Hamas, addressed the UN Human Rights Council about sexual abuse she experienced in captivity. She stated that victims should not feel ashamed and can speak the truth about their experiences.
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U.S. warns of possible atrocities if Rapid Support Forces assault el-Obeid
The U.S. State Department on Monday expressed concern over reports that the Rapid Support Forces are encircling el-Obeid in Sudan. It warned that an assault could lead to imminent mass atrocities and called for a negotiated end to the conflict.
citizen.co.zaworld64 days ago
UN Reports At Least 880 Civilian Deaths From Drone Strikes in Sudan, January–April 2026
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk told the Human Rights Council that armed drones caused more than 80 percent of civilian deaths in the conflict during the period. Fresh attacks continued this week, including strikes in El Geneina and artillery shelling that kille…