Rupert Colville

UN voices concern over killings, arrest of activist in Kashmir

India's terrorism law is based on imprecise criteria and contains a vague and overly broad definition of a "terrorist act", the UN Human Rights Office says.

Hezbollah leader denies storing weapons in Beirut port, calls for probe

In a televised speech, Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah has called Tuesday's explosion "an exceptional event" that required unity and calm.

Seven questions Egypt hasn’t answered about Morsi’s death

As calls grow for a transparent investigation into the cause of death of the former Egyptian president, here are some key points Egypt needs to address.

Civilians flee fierce battle in Mosul

CTS says it could take at least four to five days of fighting to capture the last handful of neighbourhoods along the banks of the Tigris River.

DR Congo death toll hits 44 as anti-Kabila protests continue

The Human Rights Watch in Africa says at least 44 people were killed in protests against President Joseph Kabila, including 37 killed by security forces and six police officers killed by demonstrators.