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GENEVA: United Nations chief Antonio Guterres on Monday (Feb 22) condemned the "brutal force" used by those behind Myanmar's coup and urged the ...GENEVA: United Nations chief Antonio Guterres on Monday (Feb 22) condemned the "brutal force" used by those behind Myanmar's coup and urged the ...

UN chief demands immediate halt to Myanmar 'repression' - CNA

GENEVA: UN chief Antonio Guterres on Monday criticised countries that are using the pandemic to justify cracking down on dissent, reining in the media and suppressing criticism.

UN chief slams countries using pandemic as 'pretext' to crush dissent | New Straits Times

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned on Monday that white supremacy and neo-Nazi movements are becoming a "transnational threat" and have exploited the coronavirus pandemic to boost their support.United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned on Monday that white supremacy and neo-Nazi movements are becoming a "transnational threat" and have exploited the coronavirus pandemic to boost their support.

White Supremacy A "Transnational Threat", UN Chief Warns

Guterres demands Myanmar military free prisoners and end violence, as he opens a four-week summit on human rights.Guterres demands Myanmar military free prisoners and end violence, as he opens a four-week summit on human rights.

GENEVA, Feb 22 — The United Nations today harshly criticised countries that are using the pandemic to justify cracking down on dissent and suppressing criticism. Speaking at the opening of the UN Human Rights Council’s main annual session, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres charged that...GENEVA, Feb 22 — The United Nations today harshly criticised countries that are using the pandemic to justify cracking down on dissent and suppressing criticism. Speaking at the opening of the UN Human Rights Council’s main annual session, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres charged that...

UN slams countries using Covid-19 pandemic as ‘pretext’ to crush dissent | World | Malay Mail

Antonio Guterres says world must act against far-right, racially and ethnically motivated terrorism; attacks nations that are using pandemic to crack down on dissentAntonio Guterres says world must act against far-right, racially and ethnically motivated terrorism; attacks nations that are using pandemic to crack down on dissent

UN chief: We must step up fight against resurgent neo-Nazism, white supremacy | The Times of Israel

Antonio Guterres' speech in Geneva focused on racism, the pandemic’s impact on women and human rights, and the ongoing military coup in Myanmar.Antonio Guterres' speech in Geneva focused on racism, the pandemic’s impact on women and human rights, and the ongoing military coup in Myanmar.

‘Covid-19 crisis has a woman’s face’: UN chief spotlights discrimination during pandemic | Hindustan Times

Facebook has deleted the main page of Myanmar military. The action has come just a day after two protesters were killed in police shooting. Use of lethal violence in Myanmar has also seen a condemnation from UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres. Meanwhile, Donald Trump is scheduled to speak for the first time since he left office of US President. Read this and more in our morning news brief. Facebook deletes main page of Myanmar militaryFacebook has deleted the main page of Myanmar military. The action has come just a day after two protesters were killed in police shooting. Use of lethal violence in Myanmar has also seen a condemnation from UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres. Meanwhile, Donald Trump is scheduled to speak for the first time since he left office of US President. Read this and more in our morning news brief. Facebook deletes main page of Myanmar military

Morning news brief: Facebook unfriends Myanmar military, Trump to give speech, and more, World News | wionews.com

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has condemned the lethal use of force against peaceful protestors in Myanmar, where demonstrations against the military takeover of the Government have been growing. |UN Secretary-General António Guterres has condemned the lethal use of force against peaceful protestors in Myanmar, where demonstrations against the military takeover of the Government have been

Secretary-General condemns deadly violence against protestors in Myanmar | | UN News

The United Nations on Monday harshly criticised countries that are using the pandemic to justify cracking down on dissent and suppressing criticism. Speaking aThe United Nations on Monday harshly criticised countries that are using the pandemic to justify cracking down on dissent and suppressing criticism. Speaking at the opening of the UN Human Rights Council’s main annual session, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres charged that authorities in a...

Pandemic used as ‘pretext’ to crush dissent: UN

COVID-19's impact on efforts to combat gross human rights violations will be a major focus of the 46th regular session of the U.N. Human Rights Council. The four-week session, which starts Monday in Geneva, will be held virtually because of the pandemic. It will kick off with a three-day high-level segment when nine heads of state and other dignitaries from more than 130 countries will address the U.N. Human Rights Council by video. U.N. officials say the vast majority of their statements are expected to focus on COVID-19.COVID-19's impact on efforts to combat gross human rights violations will be a major focus of the 46th regular session of the U.N. Human Rights Council. The four-week session, which starts Monday in Geneva, will be held virtually because of the pandemic. It will kick off with a three-day high-level segment when nine heads of state and other dignitaries from more than 130 countries will address the U.N. Human Rights Council by video. U.N. officials say the vast majority of their statements are expected to focus on COVID-19.

White supremacist groups are gaining ground amid the coronavirus pandemic, UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned on Monday.White supremacist groups are gaining ground amid the coronavirus pandemic, UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned on Monday.

UN secretary-general warns of white supremacy's 'transnational threat'

White supremacist and other far-right hate groups are becoming a "transnational threat" that requires "global coordinated action," the U.N.'s secretary-general said Monday.White supremacist and other far-right hate groups are becoming a "transnational threat" that requires "global coordinated action," the U.N.'s secretary-general said Monday.

UN chief labels white supremacy a 'transnational threat' | TheHill

At least two people were killed on Saturday in protests in Mandalay, the nation's second largest cityAt least two people were killed on Saturday in protests in Mandalay, the nation's second largest city

UN chief condemns deadly violence against protestors in Myanmar | Dhaka Tribune

White supremacy and neo-Nazi movements are becoming a transnational threat that must be fought with global co-ordinated action, the United Nations secretary-general warns.White supremacy and neo-Nazi movements are becoming a transnational threat that must be fought with global co-ordinated action, the United Nations...

White supremacy and Neo-Nazi movements a 'transnational threat', UN chief warns | SBS News

UN chief condemns use of deadly violence in Myanmar - CGTN

Security forces have opened fire on protesters in Mandalay, as anti-coup rallies honored a young woman who was killed by police at an earlier demonstration. UN Secretary-General Guterres spoke out.Security forces have opened fire on protesters in Mandalay, as anti-coup rallies honored a young woman who was killed by police at an earlier demonstration. UN Secretary-General Guterres spoke out.

Myanmar coup: UN chief Guterres slams ′deadly violence′ | News | DW | 21.02.2021

The United Nations has warned that white supremacy and neo-Nazi movements are an increasing threat to the world we live in, adding that people in positions of responsibility are encouraging them in a way previously unthinkable.The United Nations has warned that white supremacy and neo-Nazi movements are an increasing threat to the world we live in, adding that people in positions of responsibility are encouraging them in a way previously unthinkable.

White supremacy and neo-Nazi movements are a ‘transnational threat’ which grows more dangerous by the day, says UN chief — RT World News

"Today, these extremist movements represent the number one internal security threat in several countries," the UN head told the virtual meeting of the council, headquartered in Geneva."Today, these extremist movements represent the number one internal security threat in several countries," the UN head told the virtual meeting of the council, headquartered in Geneva.

White supremacy, neo-Nazism transnational threat, Guterres tells UNHRC - The Jerusalem Post

One shot in head, dies on spot; other dies on way to hospital; cops also use water cannons, tear gas, slingshots to quell protests on Saturday Two anti-coup protesters were shot dead by riot police wh.One shot in head, dies on spot; other dies on way to hospital; cops also use water cannons, tear gas, slingshots to quell protests on Saturday Two anti-coup protesters were shot dead by riot police wh.

Junta toughens stand; 2 shot dead in Myanmar police firing

America exports a whole lot of its culture to the rest of the globe—music, movies, ways of dress, slang. This country’s addiction to white supremacy is also known across the world, but the U.S. isn’t the only nation to have embraced the hideous ideology throughout history or—more critically—to be driving it forward today. America exports a whole lot of its culture to the rest of the globe—music, movies, ways of dress, slang. This country’s addiction to white supremacy is also known across the world, but the U.S. isn’t the only nation to have embraced the hideous ideology throughout history or—more critically—to be driving it forward today.

U.N. Head Says White Supremacy a ‘Transnational Threat’

"The danger of these hate-driven movements is growing by the day," said Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, adding that the hate was being "cheered on" by people in power.

White supremacy and neo-Nazi movements are becoming a transnational threat that must be fought with global coordinated action, UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres said on Monday.White supremacy and neo-Nazi movements are becoming a transnational threat that must be fought with global coordinated action, UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres said on Monday.

White supremacy becoming transnational threat – UN chief Guterres

"The danger of these hate-driven movements is growing by the day," said Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, adding that the hate was being "cheered on" by people in power.

UN chief says "feeding frenzy of hate" fueling global white supremacy

U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned the combination of "white supremacy" and neo-Nazi movements makes for a ...U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned the combination of "white supremacy" and neo-Nazi movements makes for a ...

U.N. Chief Antonio Guterres - 'White Supremacy' Is a 'Transnational Threat'

Watch Myanmar protests: Video appears to show the sound of gunshots Video Online, on GlobalNews.caWatch Myanmar protests: Video appears to show the sound of gunshots Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca

Myanmar protests: Video appears to show the sound of gunshots | Watch News Videos Online

Dominic Raab addressed the UN Human Rights Council on some of the most pressing current human rights situations including in Myanmar, Belarus, Russia and China.Dominic Raab addressed the UN Human Rights Council on some of the most pressing current human rights situations including in Myanmar, Belarus, Russia and China.

The US government’s decision to “re-engage” with the council is a big step toward the multilateral support for human rights.The US government’s decision to “re-engage” with the council is a big step toward the multilateral support for human rights.

Antonio Guterres said the danger of hate-driven groups was growing daily and that they were being "cheered on by people in positions of responsibility."Antonio Guterres said the danger of hate-driven groups was growing daily and that they were being "cheered on by people in positions of responsibility."

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United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned on Monday that white supremacy and neo-Nazi movements are becoming a 'transnational threat' and have exploited the coronavirus pandemic to boost their support.United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned on Monday that white supremacy and neo-Nazi movements are becoming a 'transnational threat' and have exploited the coronavirus pandemic to boost their support.

White supremacy a 'transnational threat,' UN chief warns | CTV News

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned that white supremacy and neo-Nazi movements are becoming a “transnational threat”UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned that white supremacy and neo-Nazi movements are becoming a “transnational threat”

White supremacy a 'transnational threat', UN chief warns

Speaking at the opening of the UN Human Rights Council's main annual session, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres charged that authorities in a number of nations were using restrictions meant to halt the spread of COVID-19 to weaken their political opposition.Speaking at the opening of the UN Human Rights Council's main annual session, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres charged that authorities in a number of nations were using restrictions meant to halt the spread of COVID-19 to weaken their political opposition.

Pandemic Used As 'pretext' To Crush Dissent: UN

The United Nations on Monday harshly criticised countries that are using the pandemic to justify cracking down on dissent and suppressing criticism. Speaking at the opening of the UN Human... The United Nations on Monday harshly criticised countries that are using the pandemic to justify cracking down on dissent and suppressing criticism. Speaking at the opening of the UN Human...

Covid-19 pandemic used as 'pretext' to crush opposition, UN says - Daily Monitor

UN chief Antonio Guterres said a number of nations were using restrictions meant to halt the spread of Covid-19 to weaken their political opposition.. Read more at straitstimes.com.World News -UN chief Antonio Guterres said a number of nations were using restrictions meant to halt the spread of Covid-19 to weaken their political opposition.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Some countries using Covid-19 pandemic as pretext to crush dissent: UN chief, World News & Top Stories - The Straits Times

Antonio Guterres charged that authorities in a number of nations were using restrictions meant to halt the spread of COVID-19 to weaken their political opposition.Antonio Guterres charged that authorities in a number of nations were using restrictions meant to halt the spread of COVID-19 to weaken their political opposition.

Pandemic used as 'pretext' to crush dissent: UN chief

UN chief Antonio Guterres on Monday criticised countries that are using the pandemic to justify cracking down on dissent, reining in the media and ...UN chief Antonio Guterres on Monday criticised countries that are using the pandemic to justify cracking down on dissent, reining in the media and suppressing criticism.Speaking at the opening ...

Pandemic used as ‘pretext’ to crush dissent —UN chief – Punch Newspapers

France strongly condemns the Myanmar security forces' violence against peaceful demonstrators, which has caused the death of several people, the foreign ministry said on Saturday.France strongly condemns the Myanmar security forces' violence against peaceful demonstrators, which has caused the death of several people, the foreign ministry said on Saturday.

France condemns Myanmar security forces' violence against peaceful demonstrators - ministry | Reuters

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned on Monday that white supremacy and neo-Nazi movements are becoming a "transnational threat" and have exploited the coronavirus pandemic to boost their support. Addressing the UN Human Rights Council, Guterres said the danger of hate-driven groups was growing daily.United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned on Monday that white supremacy and neo-Nazi movements are becoming a “transnational threat” and have exploited the coronavirus pandemic to

White supremacy a 'transnational threat', UN chief warns | The Daily Star

The UN on Monday slammed countries that are using the pandemic to justify cracking down on dissent and suppressing criticism.Speaking at the opening of the UN Human Rights Council’s main annual sessioThe UN on Monday slammed countries that are using the pandemic to justify cracking down on dissent and suppressing criticism.Speaking at the opening of the UN Human Rights Council’s main annual sessio

Pandemic used as ‘pretext’ to crush dissent: United Nations chief - The Hindu

Neo-Nazi movements have exploited the pandemic to boost their support, said U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.Neo-Nazi movements have exploited the pandemic to boost their support, said U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.

White Supremacy A 'Transnational Threat,' U.N. Chief Warns | HuffPost

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