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Article: Human Rights Council Address Abuses in 26 Countries

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March 12, 2007
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Human Rights Watch issued the following news release:

The Human Rights Council, whose fourth session begins on March 12, has a growing backlog of abuses it must address, Human Rights Watch said in a briefing paper released today. "Addressing severe abuses shouldn't be put on hold while the Human Rights Council finds its way," said Peggy Hicks, global advocacy director of Human Rights Watch. "Dozens of appalling situations the world over demand the Human Rights Council's immediate attention. Human rights victims and defenders deserve better from the council - much better." In a briefing paper released today, "More Business Than Usual: The Work Which Awaits the Human Rights Council," Human ...

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