GENEVA, July 24 (Arab News): United Nations Human Rights chief Volker Turk, an outspoken critic of Russia's war in Ukraine and Israel's conduct in Gaza, faces opposition from both countries to a second four-year term ahead of a vote on Friday, diplomats told Reuters. Turk, a lawyer who has worked for the United Nations for decades in major offices such as Geneva and field locations including Kosovo, finishes his first four-year term in October.
UN rights chief Volker Turk faces opposition to new term
FE Team | Published: July 24, 2026 23:36:05
UN rights chief Volker Turk faces opposition to new term
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