Sudan: UN rights chief ‘alarmed’ by summary executions, attacks on civilians
GENEVA (31 January 2023) – The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk on Tuesday expressed alarm at reports of summary executions and attacks on civilians in Sudan’s Darfur region.
“I am deeply concerned by the deteriorating security situation in Darfur and the alarming reports of gross human rights violations, including summary executions, arbitrary arrests and detentions, torture and other ill-treatment, as well as sexual violence,” Türk said.
The High Commissioner called on the Transitional Government of Sudan to take immediate steps to stop these violations and ensure accountability for the perpetrators.
“The Government must take all necessary measures to protect civilians, respect and uphold human rights, and ensure that those responsible for these crimes are held accountable,” Türk said. “The perpetrators of these violations must be brought to justice, regardless of their affiliation.”
Türk also urged the Government to cooperate fully with the UN Independent Expert on the situation of human rights in Sudan, who has been mandated by the Human Rights Council to investigate and report on human rights violations in the country.
“The Government must create a safe and enabling environment for human rights defenders and civil society organizations to operate without fear of reprisal,” Türk said. “They play a crucial role in monitoring and reporting on human rights violations and promoting accountability.”
The High Commissioner called on the international community to support the people of Sudan and to ensure that the Government is held accountable for its human rights obligations.
“The international community must not turn a blind eye to the suffering of the people of Sudan,” Türk said. “We must stand in solidarity with them and demand that the Government respect and protect their human rights.”
Sudan: UN rights chief ‘alarmed’ by summary executions, attacks on civilians
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