Bangladesh's interim government Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has urged the preservation of records documenting alleged "atrocities" committed under deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. During a meeting with UN officials, including Resident Coordinator Gwen Lewis and human rights expert Huma Khan, Yunus emphasized the importance of an archival system to ensure justice. The UN reaffirmed its willingness to assist Bangladesh in documenting human rights abuses, citing expertise in technical assistance and capacity-building. UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk will present a report on human rights violations at the Human Rights Council session in Geneva on March 5.
https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/preserving-records-of-atrocities-by-sheikh-hasina-regime-critical-yunus/article69284471.eceUN human rights chief Volker Türk expresses concern over a "fundamental shift in direction" in the US, citing divisive rhetoric that distorts and polarizes, generating fear and anxiety among many. He praises bipartisan support for human rights and the American people's generosity and compassion, but does not specifically mention the Trump or Biden administrations. The US has pulled out of the UN Human Rights Council, leaving a seat empty during the current session.
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