UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk has urged the authorities in Bangladesh to engage with student protesters. Türk called for an investigation into all acts of violence and the use of force, especially those resulting in loss of life, and for the perpetrators to be held accountable. The message emphasized the importance of freedom of expression and peaceful assembly as fundamental human rights [14a7456b].
This call from the UN rights chief comes in response to ongoing student protests in Bangladesh. The UN's message highlights the need for dialogue and engagement with the protesters, as well as the importance of upholding human rights, including freedom of expression and peaceful assembly. It also emphasizes the need for accountability for acts of violence and the use of force [14a7456b].