UK Urges Protection of Humanitarian Aid and Accountability in Gaza, West Bank at UN
On 7 October 2023, the United Kingdom delivered a statement at the UN Human Rights Council addressing the dire human rights situation in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including Gaza and the West Bank. The UK highlighted concerns that recent deregistration and closure of international NGOs risk severing life-saving humanitarian assistance at a critical time. The UK emphasized the importance of safeguarding the work of the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), which provides essential education and healthcare services to millions of Palestinians. The statement underscored the urgent need for humanitarian aid to enter the region safely, quickly,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Mar 2026 17:48
UK Defends Targeted Sanctions at UN Against Claims of Unlawful Coercion
At a recent session of the UN Human Rights Council, the United Kingdom responded to criticisms labeling unilateral coercive measures as inherently unlawful and damaging to human rights. The UK’s Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders, outlined that UK sanctions are implemented transparently and lawfully, designed as targeted tools against serious violations of international law. These sanctions include legal challenges and due process protections, and are particularly used when UN Security Council actions are blocked or unavailable. The UK warned that equating all unilateral measures with coercion risks blurring the line between legitimate accountability mechanisms and genuinely abusive sanctions. This conflation,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Mar 2026 17:45
UK Criticizes Russia at UN Over Human Rights Covenant Breaches
At the UN Human Rights Council's session marking the 60th anniversary of the International Covenants on Human Rights, the UK sharply criticized Russia for flagrantly breaching the very principles enshrined in these treaties. The UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders, emphasized that the UK remains a steadfast supporter of these covenants, which form the foundation of the modern human rights framework. The UK called out Russia for presenting the draft resolution despite its extensive violations, underscoring the contradiction between Russia's conduct and its treaty commitments dating back to 1966. This statement highlights ongoing tensions surrounding Russia's human rights record amid... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Mar 2026 17:42
UK Condemns Iranian Aerial Attacks on Minab Girls' School as War Crime
The United Kingdom delivered a strong denunciation at the UN Human Rights Council against Iran’s recent aerial strikes targeting Shajareh Tayyebeh Girls’ School in Minab. These attacks resulted in civilian deaths, violating international humanitarian and human rights laws protecting children and educational facilities in armed conflict. The UK’s Human Rights Ambassador Eleanor Sanders expressed deep concern over innocent civilians caught in ongoing hostilities. The statement comes amidst broader regional tensions and highlights the devastating impact on Iranian civilians, including children deprived of safe education. The UK also condemned Iran’s harsh domestic crackdown on peaceful protestors, referencing the brutal killings of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Mar 2026 10:24
UK Condemns Russia's Intensifying Attacks on Ukraine's Civilians and Infrastructure
During a recent Human Rights Council session, the UK’s Human Rights Ambassador Eleanor Sanders condemned Russia's escalating aggression towards Ukraine. Russia reportedly launched nearly one thousand drones in a single 24-hour period, a wartime record, and fired 282 missiles in February alone, setting another grim precedent. These attacks have primarily targeted civilian infrastructure such as energy facilities, causing millions of Ukrainians to endure power and heating outages amid harsh winter conditions. This intensification of attacks reflects a calculated Russian strategy to impose severe civilian suffering rather than purely battlefield maneuvers. The UK’s statement underscores the heavy toll on Ukraine’s civilian... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 Mar 2026 14:18
UK Urges Action on Iran's Military Attacks in Gulf at UN Human Rights Council
The United Kingdom formally addressed the UN Human Rights Council to highlight Iran's recent military attacks targeting multiple Gulf nations including Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. These actions have raised serious concerns over civilian safety and threatened regional stability. The UK emphasized its solidarity with Gulf allies and reaffirmed its commitment to support their defense. The UK co-sponsored a resolution for an urgent debate recognizing the severity of Iran's aggression. However, the UK expressed reservations about aspects of the resolution, particularly the Human Rights Council making determinations on inter-state reparations or classifying regional conflicts as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Mar 2026 22:00
UNHRC Condemns Iran's Unprovoked Attacks on Gulf States and Jordan in Human Rights Resolution
The United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) has passed a resolution addressing the human rights consequences of Iran's recent missile and drone attacks on several Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and Jordan. The resolution condemns Iran's military aggression against Qatar, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait, and Jordan as unprovoked and violating international law. More than 100 countries co-sponsored the resolution, signaling broad international concern. These strikes threaten the sovereignty and stability of the targeted nations, risking civilian lives and regional security. Qatar strongly condemned the attacks, describing them as clear breaches of the UN Charter’s principles prohibiting the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Mar 2026 19:18
