"OFFICE OF THE UNITED NATIONS HIGH COMMISSIONER FOR HUMAN RIGHTS - OHCHR"

Briefing by Stephane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.

In its latest report on the treatment of conflict-related detainees in Afghanistan published today, the UN documents an encouraging reduction in the number of cases of torture since 2016, but notes its ongoing concern at the high number of detainees who continue to report torture and ill-treatment. OHCHR

UN human rights office spokesperson Ravina Shamdasani said her office expected “all relevant authorities to ensure that Mr. Assange’s right to a fair trial is upheld” including “any extradition procedures that may take place.” UNTV CH / UNIFEED

In a statement delivered by her spokesperson in Geneva, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet said Sudan’s military has an overarching duty to refrain from using violence against protesters and ensure that their human rights are protected. UNTV CH

Noon briefing by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.

Ahead of support operation’s closure in Haiti, speakers in Security Council discuss best path to create stability, address urgent humanitarian needs at 8502nd meeting.

Briefing by Stephane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.

Mali’s authorities have been urged by the UN to bring to justice so-called "self-defence" groups responsible for horrific intercommunal attacks on communities in central Mali, after a weekend assault that claimed the lives of more than 150 people, including some 50 children. UNTV CH

The United Nations marked the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination with calls to counter rising nationalist populism and extreme supremacist ideologies. UNIFEED

Briefing by Stephane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.