United Nations Human Rights Council Stories

Somalia approves independent Human Rights Commission in historic milestone
Somalia approves independent Human Rights Commission in historic milestone
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 11, 2025

Family Affairs and Human Rights Minister Khadija Mohamed Al-Makhzoumi praised Parliament for its decisive support, calling it a victory for both the S...

UN rights body adopts resolution holding Israel accountable for possible war crimes
UN rights body adopts resolution holding Israel accountable for possible war crimes
John Mbati  |  Apr 05, 2024

This is the first time the UN Human Rights Council is taking a position on the escalating war.

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