UN rights chief laments ‘shift in direction’ in U.S.

UN rights chief laments ‘shift in direction’ in United States
The U.N. human rights chief has expressed concern about a “fundamental shift in direction” taking place in the United States when it comes to human rights.
UN rights chief deeply worried about 'fundamental shift' in direction in US
United Nations Human Rights Chief Volker Türk has expressed deep concern over the United States' "fundamental shift" in direction since the last election and has condemned the "unchecked power" of
UN Rights Chief Warns of Shifts in US Under Trump
The UN rights chief, Volker Turk, expressed concern over a shift in US policies under Trump, highlighting divisive rhetoric and impacts on human rights. He criticized Trump’s actions, including dismantling diversity programs,
UN rights chief deeply worried about 'fundamental shift in direction' in US under Trump
The rights chief of the United Nations expressed deep concern on Monday about a "fundamental shift in direction" by the United States under President Donald Trump, warning that divisive rhetoric is being used to deceive and polarise people.
UN rights chief alarmed by ‘fundamental shift’ in US direction
GENEVA: The UN rights chief voiced deep concern Monday over the United States’ “fundamental shift” in direction since Donald Trump returned to power, and decried the “unchecked power” of “unelected tech oligarchs”.
UN rights chief voices concern at new US political direction
The UN's Volker Turk has noted a worrying "fundamental shift" in the rights situation in Donald Trump's America. Basic human rights in the US are under threat as the country's new administration rolls back previous policies to combat discrimination,
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Joint Letter to Member and Observer States of the UN Human Rights Council on the Repression of Civic Space in Algeria
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