France & Volker Türk
18 shared events · Importance 3 · Last updated Aug 13, 2026
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International
France: France criticized the U.S. human rights record, prompting the walkout. The incident underscores tensions with the U.S. over foreign policy and human rights.
Volker Türk: Turk's reappointment as UN human rights chief was opposed by the U.S. but supported by France, contributing to the dispute.
Jul 27, 2026 · 54 articles
International
France: France defended Turk, describing him as a 'voice of conscience'.
Volker Türk: Turk's mandate was renewed for four years, solidifying his role as UN human rights chief despite opposition from major powers.
Jul 24, 2026 · 7 articles
International
France: France condemned the sanctions and expressed solidarity with the ICC, supporting judicial independence.
Volker Türk: As UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, he urged the US to lift sanctions, defending the ICC and human rights institutions.
Jul 13, 2026 · 277 articles
International
France: France is a permanent UN Security Council member; its position is not detailed in the articles.
Volker Türk: Turk is the subject of the reappointment vote; his future as High Commissioner is uncertain due to opposition from Russia, Israel, and the US.
Jul 23, 2026 · 38 articles
International
France: Burkina Faso's ruling junta severed diplomatic ties with France, accusing Paris of acting against its interests, as part of its broader anti-Western stance.
Volker Türk: Volker Türk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, expressed deep regret over the Burkinabe authorities' decision and the necessity to close the office, while reaffirming commitment to human rights in Burkina Faso.
Jul 02, 2026 · 7 articles
International
France: France, through lawmaker Melissa Camara, has expressed strong criticism of the new migration pact, viewing it as a setback for human rights.
Volker Türk: Volker Turk, the UN human rights chief, has spoken out against the dehumanization of migrants and refugees and criticized the EU's new rules for potentially weakening safeguards and expanding detention.
Jun 01, 2026 · 84 articles
Accidents
France: Confirmed one case in a doctor who recovered; no further spread.
Volker Türk: UN rights chief; calls for end to fighting in Democratic Republic of the Congo — South Kivu.
Mar 09, 2018 · 314 articles
International
Volker Türk: Volker Türk, the UN high commissioner for human rights, deplored the rhetoric used by all parties, including threats to annihilate a civilization and target civilian infrastructure.
Apr 07, 2026 · 165 articles
International
Volker Türk: Volker Türk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, has deplored the rhetoric used by all parties, including threats to annihilate a whole civilization.
Apr 04, 2026 · 138 articles
International
Volker Türk: Volker Türk, the U.N. high commissioner for human rights, deplored the rhetoric used by all parties, including the threats to annihilate a whole civilization.
Apr 05, 2026 · 42 articles
Domestic
Volker Türk: Volker Türk, the UN rights chief, urged Israel to repeal the death penalty law, citing inconsistencies with international legal obligations.
Mar 30, 2026 · 57 articles
International
Volker Türk: Volker Türk, the UN Human Rights Chief, has reported on the increasing number of executions in Iran since the start of the war, highlighting human rights concerns amidst the conflict.
Apr 22, 2026 · 302 articles
International
Volker Türk: The UN human rights chief, Volker Türk, welcomed the peace deal between the United States and Iran, calling for restraint and good faith implementation.
Apr 20, 2026 · 617 articles
International
Volker Türk: Volker Türk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, issued a stark warning about potential violations of international law and an impending human rights disaster in Sudan.
Jun 18, 2026 · 8 articles
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