UAE Condemns Iran's Escalation and Rejects Tehran’s Hostility Claims
The United Arab Emirates has firmly dismissed Iran’s explanations for heightened hostile actions aimed at regional countries, branding Tehran’s claims as deliberate misinformation to mislead the global community. This assertion came amid a Human Rights Council session in Geneva, where the UAE reiterated that Iran’s aggression is unprovoked and unlawful. The UAE emphasized that Iran’s targeting of civilians and civilian infrastructure breaches critical international humanitarian and human rights laws. This stance underscores the growing security threat in the Gulf, where escalating Iranian hostility risks destabilizing the region further. The condemnation by the UAE signals rising tensions between Tehran and Gulf... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Mar 2026 18:15
Qatar Condemns Iranian Missile and Drone Attacks on Its Territory and Neighbors
Qatar has issued a forceful denunciation of Iranian missile and drone strikes aimed at its territory and other nearby states, describing the assaults as violations of national sovereignty and international legal norms. These attacks endanger civilian lives and escalate tensions in an already volatile region. The condemnation was delivered by Qatar’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office in Geneva, Dr. Hend Abdulrahman Al Muftah, at the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council. The statement underscores growing concerns over Iran's military actions that undermine regional security and stability. Qatar stresses that such aggression defies the principles of the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Mar 2026 14:27
UK Condemns Taliban’s Repressive Measures in Afghanistan and Highlights Sudan Atrocities at UN Rights Council
During the 61st General Debate of the UN Human Rights Council’s 20th anniversary session, UK Human Rights Ambassador Eleanor Sanders issued a strong condemnation of the Taliban’s recent criminal procedures directive in Afghanistan. The directive, she said, institutionalizes religious discrimination, restricts free expression, and permits violence against vulnerable groups, especially women and children. The UK urged the Taliban to repeal these measures to uphold the rights and freedoms of all Afghans. In addition to Afghanistan, the UK highlighted alarming findings from the UN Fact-Finding Mission on Sudan. The report documented egregious human rights abuses in El Fasher, including ethnic targeting... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Mar 2026 14:15
