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June 22, 2026 Commentary

Ensure Accountability for Serious Crimes in Afghanistan

A U.S. report on the Afghan War is due soon, and a new international review is beginning. Both must confront war crimes and crimes against humanity by all sides.

The United Nations Human Rights Council, Geneva, Switzerland, February 26, 2024.
June 22, 2026 Statement

Beyond Condemnation: Concrete State Action to Halt Violations against Palestinians and Uphold Their Rights

Human Rights Watch Event - 62nd session of the UN Human Rights Council

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June 16, 2026 Statement

HRW Oral Statement at the 62nd Session of the UN Human Rights Council

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Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland, June 16, 2025.
June 15, 2026 Statement

Eritrea: UN Expert Remains Lifeline as Grave Abuses Continue

HRW Oral Statement - EID on report of the SR on Eritrea - HRC62

Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland, June 16, 2025.
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Sudan: Urgent Action Needed on Atrocity Prevention and Accountability

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Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland, June 16, 2025.
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June 9, 2026 Background Briefing

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Civil society joint letter ahead of the 62nd session of the UN Human Rights Council

May 12, 2026 Statement

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UN Official Would Reject US Funds with Discriminatory Conditions

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Human Rights Watch Submission to the Intergovernmental Working Group on Older Persons

General Framework, Architecture, and Guiding Principles of a Legally Binding Instrument on the Human Rights of Older Persons

Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland, June 16, 2025.

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