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German Deutsch (PDF) 6 February 2026, BERLIN – Germany is at a critical juncture for freedom of expression and must prioritise the expansion of safe, inclusive spaces to discuss diverse opinions, a UN expert* said today. “Antisemitism, Islamophobia, anti-migrant and...
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7 January 2026, GENEVA – As the country approaches general elections on 15 January 2026, UN experts* today warned that the pervasive climate of fear in Uganda, marked by allegations of enforced disappearance, the use of disproportionate force against political...
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23 December 2025, GENEVA – Mob attacks on leading media outlets and cultural centres in Bangladesh are deeply alarming and must be investigated promptly and effectively by the government, and the perpetrators brought to justice without delay, a UN expert* said today....
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23 December 2025, GENEVA – UN experts* today expressed deep disappointment at the conviction of pro-democracy media entrepreneur, Jimmy Lai, despite prolonged engagement with authorities on the case, and called for his immediate release from prison on humanitarian...
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5 December 2025, GENEVA – Attacks against journalists and independent media outlets in Serbia have spiralled in the past year, UN experts* warned today, calling on the Government to end impunity for perpetrators of these crimes. “We condemn the ongoing threats and...
