MoU is finalised as UN prepares to assist Bangladesh with political, police, judicial reforms

Having emerged from years of authoritarian rule, Bangladesh stands at a crossroads at present.

Asked about reports that Israel had warned people through phone messages ahead of the strikes, she said: "Whether you've sent out a warning you're telling civilians to flee, doesn't make it OK to then strike those areas, knowing full well that the impact on civilians will be huge..."

UN human rights chief's visit to Dhaka revealed contrasting expectations on the part of the government and rights groups.

When Bangladesh needs to show that it has been listening to the concerns about respecting human rights and upholding the rule of law, it has done quite the opposite.

A UN human rights expert on Myanmar has called for sanctions against Myanmar military-run companies and commanders responsible for serious rights violations.

A UN human rights expert expresses grave concerns over a sharp escalation in hostilities in Myanmar’s Kachin State.

A United Nations human rights expert has expressed deep concern over reports that an army battalion has flown into Rakhine State in western Myanmar to help local authorities boost security in the region.

The Syrian government has carried out a state policy of extermination against thousands of detainees, UN human rights investigators say.