UN expert says recent U.S. strikes on suspected drug vessels amount to "illegal killings" and warns against labeling cartels as terrorists At a UN press briefing, the special rapporteur on counterterrorism and human rights called recent U.S. military strikes on drug-trafficking vessels "illegal killings under international law," warned against treating organized crime as terrorism and urged states to prioritize law enforcement and demand-reduction policies.

UN expert Ben Saul labels recent U.S. military strikes on drug vessels as "illegal killings," urging a shift from military action to lawful, public health-focused approaches.

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Ambassador Jorg Lauber outlines Human Rights Council achievements and priorities in New York Ambassador Lauber emphasizes human rights role amid geopolitical challenges during New York meetings.

Ambassador Jorg Lauber highlights bold steps in advancing human rights during his first press conference as President of the Human Rights Council in New York.

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Human Rights Council addresses cultural rights and technology impact on human rights Council promotes human rights with resolutions on culture, environment, and digital defenders.

The United Nations Human Rights Council is making bold strides in addressing cultural rights, environmental sustainability, and the digital challenges facing human rights defenders.

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