Fear of retaliation or job loss discourages U.N. whistleblowing
A new review of U.N. whistleblowing policies and practices by the U.N.'s Joint Inspection Unit showed little improvement.
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Trump administration rebukes International Criminal Court
Trump's national security adviser harshly condemned the International Criminal Court, which is hated by conservatives.
U.S.-led U.N. debate focuses on nexus of conflict and corruption
The U.N. Security Council held its first meeting devoted to debating the ties between corruption, peace and security.
Possible war crimes by all sides in Yemen identified by U.N. experts
A report says the possible war crimes include rape, torture, disappearances and 'deprivation of the right to life.'
Human rights experts urge prosecution in Myanmar 'genocide'
A panel of U.N. human rights investigators proposed assigning 'an independent, impartial mechanism' to collect evidence.
Difficulties counting the uncounted death toll in Syria add to horrors
The number of people killed in Syria is commonly assessed at more than half a million, almost certainly an undercount.
Pope's visit to Switzerland spotlights role of church as an organization
Visiting Switzerland with a focus on refugees, Pope Francis emphasized justice and peace in service of humanitarian aid.
Refugee agency settles 'longest-running U.N. whistleblower case'
A 15-year case of retaliation against a whistleblowing former U.N. investigator finally ended in a settlement.
Dispute over Israeli settlements puts focus on war crimes tribunal
The Hague-based institution is meant to step in only when nations won't or can't dispense justice themselves.