Volker Turk

UN warns drone attacks in Sudan drive surge in civilian deaths, accounting for 80% of conflict-related deaths.

UN Warns of 'Deadlier Phase' in Sudan Conflict as Drone Strikes Kill 880 Civilians in 4 Months

The UN reports at least 880 civilians were killed in Sudan drone strikes between January and April this year.

UN human rights chief Volker Turk will visit South Korea next week for the first time in 11 years.

RSF artillery strikes kill 16 civilians in Sudan’s embattled Kordofan

Indonesian soldiers are on trial for an acid attack on an activist who opposed the military's growing role in government.

Trump discussed sustaining a months-long U.S. naval blockade of Iran's ports with oil executives, as the Strait of Hormuz closure enters its third month, oil prices surge over six percent, and diplomatic deadlock persists despite Pakistan's mediation efforts.

UK's terrorism watchdog warns counterterrorism laws may restrict protests and free speech.

UK watchdog warns counterterrorism law may restrict protests and free speech due to broad wording.

Why Israel’s attacks on Lebanon could cripple US-Iran ceasefire

Israel-Hezbollah attacks may violate international law, UN warns

Mexican senators met with UN High Commissioner Volker Turk, discussing forced disappearances.

At least seven Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza

What’s happened in Sudan’s civil war after new Khartoum battles?

Rights group accuses RSF of systematic sexual violence in Sudan’s civil war

Trump Would Welcome ‘End Of Hostilities’ In Lebanon, US Official Says

At least seven Palestinians were killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza.

UN reports over 880 civilians killed by drones in Sudan since January 2026.

At least 880 civilians were killed in Sudan drone strikes between January and April this year.

Civilian death toll in Sudan war more than doubled in 2025: UN

Majalisar Ɗinkin Duniya ta bayyana damuwa kan kashe-kashen fararen hula a Mali.

Israel's death penalty law perpetuates racial discrimination: UN watchdog

Trump discussed a months-long US naval blockade of Iran's ports with oil executives while urging Tehran to negotiate, as oil prices surged over six percent and Pakistan mediated between the escalating conflict parties.

UK watchdog warns that "counterterrorism" laws risk overreach against activist groups.

UK's terrorism watchdog warns counterterrorism laws may threaten free speech and protests.

Israel's military assault on Lebanon and Iran's blocking of oil tankers threaten a fragile Middle East ceasefire, escalating regional tensions and potentially destabilizing energy markets amid ongoing geopolitical conflict.

Sudan food aid at risk of running dry, UN warns

Number of amputees set to rise in Gaza as Israel blocks aid, NGO warns

Myanmar releases 4,000 prisoners, including the ousted president, as part of a New Year amnesty.

Pakistani Prime Minister Sharif requested a two-week extension of Trump's Iran deadline to allow diplomatic negotiations, while international leaders including Pope Leo XIV and UN officials condemned Trump's threats to destroy Iranian civilian infrastructure as unacceptable and potentially constituting war crimes.

Sudan’s Khartoum needs ‘urgent’ help due to severe food shortages: Report

Urgent action needed as Gaza faces catastrophic humanitarian crisis: UN

Haiti gangs adapt to security crackdown, exploiting remittances and recruiting children.

Lebanon declares a national day of mourning after Israeli attacks kill at least 254 people in a single day.

UN: Drones kill 880+ civilians in Sudan since January

At least 880 civilians were killed in Sudan drone strikes between January and April this year.

Widespread executions, sexual violence reported at Sudanese refugee camp: UN

Sudan’s people endure ‘horror and hell’ in war, says UN rights chief

'No more Mr Nice Guy': Trump warns Iran to 'get smart' over stalled talks

Iran has executed 21 people and arrested over 4,000 since the war started two months ago.

UK watchdog warns counterterrorism law may threaten free speech and protests.

Trump warns Iran to "get smart" over stalled nuclear talks, threatening a tougher stance.

UN says over 1,000 civilians killed in Sudan's Darfur as US, others urge ceasefire

EU launches aid flights to Sudan’s Darfur as humanitarian crisis escalates

The White House maintains no firm deadline for ending the Iran conflict as the US naval blockade persists, while Trump threatens civilian infrastructure destruction, drawing international condemnation from Pope Leo XIV, UN officials, and world leaders citing war crimes concerns.

UN warns of ‘intensified hostilities’ in Sudan after RSF backs truce plan

International donors pledged 1.5 billion euros at a Berlin conference marking three years of Sudan's devastating war, which has killed tens of thousands and displaced over 13 million people, while peace talks remain stalled and drone strikes escalate.

Sudan facing ‘massive’ humanitarian aid crisis as war rages, WFP warns

Sudan's three-year civil war has caused the world's biggest humanitarian crisis, with nearly half a million killed and 13 million displaced.

UN High Commissioner Volker Turk will meet with Mexico's president to discuss a report on missing persons.