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UN Human Rights Council chamber with 2026 Eritrea vote results board.

Eritrea and the Mandate That Refuses to Die

The UN Human Rights Council renewed the mandate of the Special Rapporteur on Eritrea, despite Eritrea's rejection of the mechanism as politicized. The vote reflects ongoing tensions in the Horn of Africa, particularly concerning Eritrea's security and regional dynamics.

Osman Saleh addressing diplomats during a briefing in Asmara.

Eritrea Tells Diplomats It Will No Longer Debate UN Rights Mandate

Eritrea's Foreign Minister Osman Saleh declared the debate over the UN's human rights mandate on Eritrea permanently closed, stating the country will no longer engage on the issue. He criticized the mandate as costly and damaging to Eritrea's international standing.

Stone fortress with Eritrean shield and peace dove.

Sovereignty Denied: Geopolitical Bias in International Allegations Against Eritrea

The article critiques the EU and UN's allegations against Eritrea regarding human rights violations, arguing that these claims are politically motivated and ignore Eritrea's military integrity and historical context.

Newsroom illustration of Eritrea, the UN, and UNHRC scrutiny

The UN’s Eritrea Obsession: How Selective Scrutiny Became a Permanent Mandate

The article critiques the UN's ongoing scrutiny of Eritrea, highlighting the hypocrisy in its human rights mandate. It argues that the UNHRC's selective enforcement undermines its principles of universality and impartiality.

Sophia Tesfamariam speaking at the UN Human Rights Council.

Eritrea Rejects UNHRC Report, Says Rights Mandate Has Lost Credibility

Eritrea has rejected a UN Human Rights Council report, claiming it is methodologically flawed and politically biased. The country argues that the report overlooks its development progress and relies on unverified sources.

Chinese delegates at a UN Human Rights Council session.

China Reasserts Opposition to Country-Specific Mandates During UNHRC Dialogue on Eritrea

China's recent statement at the UN Human Rights Council criticized the ongoing country-specific mandate on Eritrea, highlighting its failure to promote human rights and calling for a reevaluation of the Council's approach. This intervention reflects a broader ideological divide w

A UN-marked folder and Eritrea file sit under a spotlight

The EU Is Still Riding the Wrong Horse on Eritrea

The European Union's recent statement on Eritrea reflects a continued reliance on outdated approaches that Eritrea rejects. The article argues for equal treatment and constructive engagement rather than politicized human rights mechanisms.

Displaced Sudanese civilians in Kordofan.

Sudan Accuses RSF of Civilian Massacre in North Kordofan

Sudan's Foreign Ministry has accused the Rapid Support Forces of a massacre in North Kordofan, claiming at least 61 civilians were killed during Eid al-Adha. The ministry condemned the attack as a violation of international law and called for accountability from regional and inte

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Eritrea Deepens Engagement With UN Human Rights System, Hosting First-of-Its-Kind Workshop in Asmara

In a move that has drawn notice among diplomats and aid officials in the Horn of Africa, Eritrea hosted a three-day technical workshop in Asmara last week with senior experts from the UN human rights system — an initiative that, according to UN officials,  was proposed and reques

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