UN Flags Need for Accountability if Peaceful PoK Protesters Harmed

'If People Have Been Harmed...there Needs to Be Accountability': UN over Crackdown on Peaceful Protestors in PoJK

Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. "The Secretary-General supports the work of his High Commissioner, and we certainly hope that the pleas made by Mr. Turk will be listened to," Haq said, referencing earlier concerns raised by UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk. World News | 'If People Have Been Harmed...there Needs to Be Accountability': UN over Crackdown on Peaceful Protestors in PoJK.

UN flags need for accountability if peaceful PoK protesters harmed

The United Nations voiced concerns regarding the security situation in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. UN officials emphasized the need for accountability for actions against peaceful protesters. The High Commissioner for Human Rights urged investigations into protester deaths and bans. Restrictions on internet access and public gatherings were also highlighted as violations. Authorities were urged to ensure internet access and engage in inclusive po…

If people have been harmed...there needs to be accountability: UN over crackdown on peaceful protestors in PoJK - The Tribune

"The Secretary-General supports the work of his High Commissioner, and we certainly hope that the pleas made by Mr. Turk will be listened to," Haq said, referencing earlier concerns raised by UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk.

UN seeks accountability over protester harm in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir

The United Nations has raised concern over the crackdown on protests in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. It has demanded accountability, impartial probes, restored internet access and inclusive dialogue.

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Expressing concern over the security situation in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), a spokesperson for UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has said there needs to be accountability for action taken against people engaging in peaceful protest. JAAC has been leading the protest in PoK. Photo: X/Awami Action Committee “The Secretary-General supports the work of his High Commissioner, and we certainly hope that the pleas made by Mr. Türk will be li…

Need for accountability if people harmed for engaging in peaceful protest in PoK: UN

Concerns were also raised about restrictions on internet access and public gathering in violation of the right of freedom of expression and peaceful assembly.