Special UN rights council session expected on Ethiopia this week
"In light of the aggravating situation, we believe the international community has a moral obligation to try to prevent further atrocities and ensure accountability and justice for victims and survivors," EU ambassador in Geneva Lotte Knudsen said in a statement, insisting that "the Human Rights Council has to stand up to its responsibilities."
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- Published Date: 06:11 | 13 December 2021
- Modified Date: 07:20 | 13 December 2021
The United Nations Human Rights Council is expected to host a special session on the civil war in Ethiopia this week, following an urgent request from the European Union.
"In light of the aggravating situation, we believe the international community has a moral obligation to try to prevent further atrocities and ensure accountability and justice for victims and survivors," EU ambassador in Geneva Lotte Knudsen said in a statement, insisting that "the Human Rights Council has to stand up to its responsibilities."