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Libya: UN rights arm sounds alarm for safety of prisoners at imminent risk of torture

Libya: UN rights arm sounds alarm for safety of prisoners at imminent risk of torture

Jul 19, 2017, at 10:05 am

New York, July 19(Just Earth News): The United Nations human rights arm on Tuesday voiced deep concern for the safety of individuals taken prisoner by members of the Libyan army after recent fighting in Benghazi, noting that they may be at imminent risk of torture and even summary execution.

Brazil must implement measures against torture: UN expert

Brazil must implement measures against torture: UN expert

Aug 15, 2015, at 02:38 pm

New York, Aug 15 (IBNS): A United Nations human rights expert on Friday called on Brazilian Federal and State authorities to urgently address the issue of prison overcrowding in the country and show genuine commitment to implement measures against torture.

UN condemns rampant use of torture by Syrian forces

UN condemns rampant use of torture by Syrian forces

Apr 15, 2014, at 07:14 pm

New York, Apr 15 (IBNS): The United Nations human rights chief on Monday condemned the rampant use of torture, including allegedly of children, in detention facilities across Syria by Government forces and some armed opposition groups.