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NY: Human Rights AndFundamental Freedoms Press Conference At The United Nations

Ben Saul, special rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms while countering terrorism speaks at press conference at the United Nations Headquarters on October 28,2024 in New York City.Saul stressed the importance that the recommendations of his office are upheld by governments of nations where populations are suffering from human rights abuse. Additionally, ways of assessing and mitigating risks to human rights abuse are of equal importance. (Photo by John Lamparski/NurPhoto)

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NY: Human Rights AndFundamental Freedoms Press Conference At The United Nations

Ben Saul, special rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms while countering terrorism speaks at press conference at the United Nations Headquarters on October 28,2024 in New York City.Saul stressed the importance that the recommendations of his office are upheld by governments of nations where populations are suffering from human rights abuse. Additionally, ways of assessing and mitigating risks to human rights abuse are of equal importance. (Photo by John Lamparski/NurPhoto)

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NY: Human Rights AndFundamental Freedoms Press Conference At The United Nations

Ben Saul, special rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms while countering terrorism speaks at press conference at the United Nations Headquarters on October 28,2024 in New York City.Saul stressed the importance that the recommendations of his office are upheld by governments of nations where populations are suffering from human rights abuse. Additionally, ways of assessing and mitigating risks to human rights abuse are of equal importance. (Photo by John Lamparski/NurPhoto)

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NY: Human Rights AndFundamental Freedoms Press Conference At The United Nations

Spokes person for the UN Secretary General Paulina Kubiak speaks before Ben Saul, special rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms while countering terrorism press conference at the United Nations Headquarters on October 28,2024 in New York City.Saul stressed the importance that the recommendations of his office are upheld by governments of nations where populations are suffering from human rights abuse. Additionally, ways of assessing and mitigating risks to human rights abuse are of equal importance. (Photo by John Lamparski/NurPhoto)

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NY: Human Rights AndFundamental Freedoms Press Conference At The United Nations

Ben Saul, special rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms while countering terrorism speaks at press conference at the United Nations Headquarters on October 28,2024 in New York City.Saul stressed the importance that the recommendations of his office are upheld by governments of nations where populations are suffering from human rights abuse. Additionally, ways of assessing and mitigating risks to human rights abuse are of equal importance. (Photo by John Lamparski/NurPhoto)

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NY: Human Rights AndFundamental Freedoms Press Conference At The United Nations

Ben Saul, special rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms while countering terrorism speaks at press conference at the United Nations Headquarters on October 28,2024 in New York City.Saul stressed the importance that the recommendations of his office are upheld by governments of nations where populations are suffering from human rights abuse. Additionally, ways of assessing and mitigating risks to human rights abuse are of equal importance. (Photo by John Lamparski/NurPhoto)

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NY: Human Rights AndFundamental Freedoms Press Conference At The United Nations

Ben Saul, special rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms while countering terrorism speaks at press conference at the United Nations Headquarters on October 28,2024 in New York City.Saul stressed the importance that the recommendations of his office are upheld by governments of nations where populations are suffering from human rights abuse. Additionally, ways of assessing and mitigating risks to human rights abuse are of equal importance. (Photo by John Lamparski/NurPhoto)

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UN chief condemns coup in Gabon

STORY: UN chief condemns coup in Gabon DATELINE: Aug. 31, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:09 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the journalists 2. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General 3. various of the press briefing STORYLINE: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Wednesday condemned the coup attempt in Gabon. Stephane Dujarric, Guterres' spokesman, read out a statement at a daily press briefing. SOUNDBITE (English): STEPHANE DUJARRIC, Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General "The Secretary-General is following closely the evolving situation in Gabon. He notes with deep concern the announcement of the election results amidst reports of serious infringements of fundamental freedoms. He firmly condemns the ongoing coup attempt as a means to resolve the post-electoral crisis. The Secretary-General reaffirms his strong opposition to military coups. The Secretary-General calls on all actors involved to exercise restraint, engage in an inclusive a

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Uzbek president re-elected in snap election

STORY: Uzbek president re-elected in snap election DATELINE: July 10, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:51 LOCATION: Tashkent CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of polling stations 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Uzbek): IRINA, Tashkent voter 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Uzbek): FAYZIEV, Tashkent voter STORYLINE: Uzbekistan's incumbent president, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, has overwhelmingly won a third term. The Uzbek Central Election Commission said Monday that the president gained 87.1 percent of the vote in a snap election on Sunday. Candidate of the Liberal Democratic Party of Uzbekistan, Mirziyoyev promised in his pre-election campaign that he would continue his reform agenda to liberalize the economy and develop green energy, education, health, and tourism, as well as to better protect people's fundamental freedoms. SOUNDBITE 1 (Uzbek): IRINA, Tashkent voter "We vote to fulfil our civic duty. We care about the future of Uzbekistan and therefore should make our choice." SOUNDBITE 2 (Uzbek): FAYZIEV, Tashkent voter "I'm voting for the future

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UN expert urges U.S. to apologize for inhuman treatment at Guantanamo Bay

STORY: UN expert urges U.S. to apologize for inhuman treatment at Guantanamo Bay DATELINE: June 28, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:37 LOCATION: UN headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. wide shot of press briefing room 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): FIONNUALA NI AOLAIN, UN special rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms while countering terrorism 3. various of journalists 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): FIONNUALA NI AOLAIN, UN special rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms while countering terrorism STORYLINE: A UN expert on Monday called on the U.S. government to apologize for the inhuman treatment at the Guantanamo Bay detention facility, which was established by former U.S. President George W. Bush's administration in 2002 following the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks. The UN special rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms while countering terrorism, Fionnuala Ni Aolain, said the 30 men that are s

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Biden officially announces 2024 U.S. presidential bid

STORY: Biden officially announces 2024 U.S. presidential bid DATELINE: April 25, 2023 LENGTH: 0:00:48 LOCATION: Washington D.C. CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Biden at the White House (file) STORYLINE: U.S. President Joe Biden on Tuesday formally announced that he is running for re-election for the presidency in 2024, seeking another four years in the White House, according to an online campaign video. Biden, 80, made the announcement in a three-minute campaign-style video posted on Twitter. "Every generation has a moment where they have had to stand up for democracy. To stand up for their fundamental freedoms. I believe this is ours," he said. "That's why I'm running for reelection as President of the United States." Former U.S. President Donald Trump, who lost to Biden in the 2020 election but has refused to concede, announced his candidacy for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination in November last year. The 2024 U.S. presidential election is scheduled for Nov. 5, 2024.