Eamon Gilmore
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European Diplomat. Former EU Special Representative/Special Envoy. Former Tanaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade.
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India: I am very saddened to hear that Fr
#StanSwamy
has passed away. A defender of indigenous peoples’ rights. He was held in detention for the past 9 months. The EU had been raising his case repeatedly with authorities.
Horrible news to learn that Indian HRD Fr. Stan Swamy is in very serious condition&was put on a ventilator last night.He's spent 9 months in jail on unfounded charges.I’m deeply saddened&expect that every possible specialist treatment will be provided to him
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Colombia: JEP indictment of FARC leaders for kidnapping, and JEP report on “falsos positivos” are important steps to truth and reconciliation. Important now to respect JEP’s independence and ensure it can continue its work in full autonomy.
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Colombia: I have arrived in Bogota, for a three day programme of meetings, in my combined roles as EU Special Representative for Human Rights and EU Special Envoy for the Peace Process.
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UGANDA: I’m alarmed by reports of alleged torture and incommunicado detention of author
@KakwenzaRukira
. He remains in detention without trial, despite a court order for his unconditional release. I urge Ugandan authorities to uphold rule of law and due process.
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Myanmar: I have just met virtually with Dr. Sasa
@CrphMyanmar
@NUGMyanmar
. Killings, arrests and repression continue, even since weekend. EU condemns coup, killings and violence and calls for release of political prisoners.
#EU4HumanRights
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Colombia: Today’s act of recognition on the contents of Auto 019 is a very important step forward for victims, and for truth & reconciliation in 🇨🇴. It also demonstrates the importance of the
@JEP_Colombia
and the ongoing commitment of the FARC as a party to the peace agreement.
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#Uganda
: I am visiting Uganda this week to discuss
#EU
concerns about the
#HumanRights
situation in the country, with Government, Opposition and Civil Society
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#India
: At meetings with Government, including
@naqvimukhtar
, Minister for Minorities, I discussed FCRA, use of sedition and anti-terrorism laws, detentions, the situation of minorities, communal violence, situation in Jammu Kashmir, and individual cases
Apprised the delegation of the effective results of welfare programmes being carried out by
@narendramodi
Govt for socio-economic-educational empowerment of all sections of the society including the Minorities.
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#Ukraine
: In Bucha and Irpin today, I saw the mass graves of victims of Russia’s War of Aggression, talked with the local priest who knew them, and stood in a bombed out shopping centre. War crimes, and those who commit them must be called to account.
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#India
: Met today with
@India_NHRC
Chair & discussed range of issues, including the role of the NHRC on:
#ESCrights
; Detention of activists & journalists incl. recent arrest of
@TeestaSetalvad
@zoo_bear
; investigation into the death of Fr Stan Swamy.
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#Ukraine
: Today I am in Kyiv, Ukraine to show my solidarity 🇪🇺🇺🇦
Having met with refugees at the Polish border at the start of the Russian aggression, I now retrace their steps.
#WorldRefugeeDay
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I am honoured by the unanimous decision today, of the Foreign Ministers of the 27 Member States, to extend my mandate as EU Special Representative for Human Rights for a further two years.
#EU4HumanRighrs
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Human Rights featured at highest level today, in EU/China Leaders’ Meeting: Hong Kong; ethnic and religious minorities; human rights defenders; freedom of expression, and more.
🇪🇺EU-China🇨🇳 Leaders' Meeting: Upholding EU values and interests at the highest level - Joint press release by President Michel
@eucopresident
, President von der Leyen
@vonderleyen
and Chancellor Merkel.
👉
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Colombia: Great discussion this afternoon with Daniel Quintero
@QuinteroCalle
, Mayor of Medellin and his team.
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#Palestine
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#Israel
: I am seriously concerned about the deteriorating health conditions of a number of Palestinian detainees, who have been on hunger strike for over 100 days, protesting against their “Administrative Detention” in Israeli prisons.
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#Uganda
: Meeting with
@MathiasMpuuga
MP, Leader of Ugandan Opposition and Members of Parliament
@NUP_Ug
@EUinUG
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What is
#Israel
’s explanation for this? Shireen Abu Akleh should still be alive, doing her job as a journalist. Why is she being so disrespected in death?
"The Israeli army is asking people if they are Christian or Muslim. If you’re Muslim you weren’t allowed in." -
@ajimran
Israeli occupation forces are attacking Palestinians during the funeral of killed Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh.
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I am honoured by the unanimous decision of the 27 Member States, to extend my mandate as EU Special Representative for
#HumanRights
until February 29, 2024. Much to do this year, the 75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
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Colombia: Together with Ambassador Patricia LLOMBART
@UEenColombia
, meeting this morning with Judge Eduardo Cifuentes, President of the Special Jurisdiction for Peace
@JEP_Colombia
. The EU stands by his important work.
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I had a long meeting with President Duque this morning about the implementation of the Peace Agreement, the recent protests in Colombia and the need for renewed dialogue.
Coincidimos con el dr.
@EamonGilmore
en el respeto y las garantías a la protesta pacífica como expresión democrática, el rechazo a cualquier forma de violencia y la cero tolerancia que tenemos con cualquier conducta de la
#FuerzaP
ública por fuera de los principios legales.
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On
#DemocracyDay
I sat down with
@KakwenzaRukira
, Ugandan writer-in-exile who was tortured in prison.
He now fears for his life if he returns to
#Uganda
.
The EU will continue to raise
#HumanRights
concerns with Uganda.
No real democracy tortures its people.
#EU4HumanRights
UGANDA: I’m alarmed by reports of alleged torture and incommunicado detention of author
@KakwenzaRukira
. He remains in detention without trial, despite a court order for his unconditional release. I urge Ugandan authorities to uphold rule of law and due process.
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Nicaragua: The EU has repeatedly condemned repression of independent journalists and media. The persecution of Diario La Prensa is the latest attack on freedom of expression and pluralist society. EU urges the government to protect press freedom and free press.
#EU4HumanRights
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#Belarus
: Imprisoning journalists demonstrates weakness of the Lukashenko regime which fears the truth.
Today, I wrote letters to 26 journalists unfairly imprisoned for doing their duty.
Join me. ✍️to 1200+
#politicalprisoners
#StandbyBelarus
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Tigray conflict: Joint Statement by HR/VP Borrell and Commissioner Lenarčič on massacres in Axum - European External Action Service
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#Palestine
: Very good meeting this morning with Palestinian and European CSOs, to discuss
#Israel
’s recent “terrorist” designation of 6 Palestinian CSOs, which has serious implications for the defence of
#HumanRights
and respect for international humanitarian law.
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#EU
is taking very seriously the listing by
#Israel
of 6
#Palestinan
organisations.
#EU
is engaging with the
#Israeli
authorities. The
#EU
will continue to stand by international law and support CSOs who have an important role in promoting
#HumanRights
and democratic values.
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I am increasingly concerned by reports from Ethiopia, of ethnic-targeted violence, and violations of human rights and international humanitarian law.
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Доброго ранку! In Kyiv today starting my first official visit to Ukraine 🇺🇦 Very busy day ahead in this beautiful city.
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I am deeply upset by the death in a Kyrgyzstan prison of Human Rights Defender Azimjan Askharov, whom I have visited in prison. The EU has continuously called for his release, including this week. My sympathies to his courageous wife, Khadicha, and family.
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A great result for Ireland, the EU and multilateralism, at a crucial moment in world history.
Warm congratulations to 🇮🇪Ireland elected to the UN Security Council for 2021-22
With today's election,
@irishmissionun
joins the
#EUCaucus
, EU Members on the
#UNSC
.
With EU missions & operations on several continents, the EU is a key UN partner in maintaining peace & security.
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A privilege to meet today with Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya to discuss the human rights situation in Belarus. The EU repeats its call for the release of all political prisoners, including Ihar Losik who is in hunger strike
#EU4HumanRights
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Good meeting today with
@DanielBekele
, Chief Commissioner Ethiopian Human Rights Commission
@EthioHRC
, to reiterate EU support for the Commission’s work. I am deeply concerned about the situation in Tigray and the EU will continue to actively engage.
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#India
: Meeting today with representatives of civil society. Among them,
@Aakar_Patel
, Chair of Amnesty International India Board
@AIIndia
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#Nicaragua
: Met today with Victoria Cardenas
@VickyCardenasL
, whose husband
@Jschamorrog
Nicaraguan opposition leader has been in prison since last June. The EU calls for the release, unconditionally, of all political prisoners.
@JaredGenser
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I am honoured to have been appointed to the Board of Directors of Front Line Defenders
@FrontLineHRD
, the international organisation which supports
#HumanRights
Defenders throughout the world, and which is headquartered in Ireland.
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#Palestine
: Meeting in Brussels with Francesca Albanese
@FranceskAlbs
, UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian territories occupied since 1967. Awaiting her next report, and discussing how we can support her important and urgent work.
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Colombia: Meeting today with representatives of young social protesters from Cali
@URC_cali
. Met last night with representatives of the National Strike Committee. Advocating for Dialogue.
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#Bangladesh
: On the last day of this country visit, I meet in Cox’s Bazaar with Legal Action Worldwide, and some of their Rohingya clients and volunteers to talk about international legal actions seeking justice arising from atrocities committed by the Myanmar regime.
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#Myanmar
: Fruitful exchange with
@aung_myo_minn
on
@NUGMyanmar
’s vision for the political future of the country. Spoke about humanitarian assistance, human rights, labour conditions as well as UN and ASEAN efforts.
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#Colombia
: In
#BuenaventuraPazifica
with Vice-President
@FranciaMarquezM
. Building total peace on the ground. This city has had only one murder since October. It used to have 20-25 per month. Great credit to national and local authorities, civil society and church.
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#Uganda
: Meeting with Hon. Vincent Ssempijja, Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, and Deputy CDF, LT. Gen. Elwelu. Long and frank discussion about
#HumanRights
situation in the country.
@EUinUg
@APacificiEU
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#Bangladesh
: Meeting in Cox’s Bazaar with Refugee Relief & Repatriation Commissioner, Mr Mizanur Rahman, about the Rohingya people in the world’s largest refugee camp, his valiant work and that of the Bangladesh government, and support from
#EU
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Today in Colombia, the ELN begin a unilateral ceasefire, in response to the UNSG’s call
@antonioguterres
. An important decision, and a hopeful respite at a time when all efforts in Colombia (and elsewhere) must focus on fighting COVID-19, and its impact on the most vulnerable.
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An historic moment, to be celebrated for sure. But let us not forget that in very many countries LGBTI people still suffer discrimination and persecution. The work for
#HumanRights
continues.
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#Colombia
: Receiving my copy of the Truth Commission Report
@ComisionVerdadC
from Commission Member,
@PalaciosLeyner
, with Sergio Jaramillo
@Eurpeace
. The report is a milestone for
#Colombia
. A model for truth and reconciliation in other conflicts.
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Nicaragua: Meeting today with wives and lawyers of arrested presidential candidates Felix Maradiaga and
@Jschamorrog
. The EU calls for their immediate and unconditional release and that of all political prisoners in
#Nicaragua
. We call for free and fair elections.
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#Bangladesh
: Meeting in Dhaka today with State Minister for Foreign Affairs
@MdShahriarAlam
, the Minister for Law, Justice and Parl, Minister of Home Affairs
@asaduzzaman_mp
and the
@NHRCB
about the centrality of
#HumanRights
to the
#EU
-Bangladesh relationship
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I have just finished a meeting with H.E. Hirut Zemene, Ambassador of Ethiopia to the EU, about our concerns relating to Human Rights and International Humanitarian Law.
"The EU joins the call of the UNHCR to ensure the safety and well-being of Eritrean refugees in Ethiopia 🇪🇹, who have been caught in the conflict in the
#Tigray
region."
See the whole statement by
@JanezLenarcic
and
@JosepBorrellF
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I look forward to welcoming
@mBachelet
tomorrow at the
@eu_eeas
for the first ever EU-OHCHR strategic dialogue on human rights
@UNHumanRights
@UNHumanRightsEU
@EU_UNGeneva
#MultilateralismMatters
#EU4HumanRights
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Myanmar: A good meeting today with some civil society representatives to update me regarding the deteriorating human rights situation In Myanmar.
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Thank you to H.E. Dato Lim Jock Hoi, Secretary General of
@ASEAN
for our excellent meeting today in Jakarta, on deepening
#HumanRights
co-operation, the upcoming EU-ASEAN Summit,
#Myanmar
and
#Ukraine
.
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Kyrgyzstan: One year ago today,
#AzimjonAskharov
died in detention. My thoughts today are with his family, as we call on
#Kyrgystan
authorities to investigate his death and to legally rehabilitate him.
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Eamon Gilmore, representante especial de la Unión Europea para los derechos humanos, aboga por la "liberación incondicional" de los presos políticos en Nicaragua
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#Belarus
: The sentences imposed today by the Lukashenka regime on Tsikhanouski, Losik & others are politically-motivated, shameful and extraordinarily brutal. The
#EU
🇪🇺 calls for the release of all political prisioners & seek accountability for the brutal repression
#freebelarus
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It was an exceptional privilege to welcome
@repjohnlewis
to Dublin in 2014, in the company of the great great granddaughters of Frederick Douglass and Daniel O’Connell.
#HumanRights
has lost a valiant champion. “Ar dheis De go raibh a anam”
In 2014, Congressman Lewis delivered the inaugural Douglass O’Connell Memorial lecture
@dfatirl
. Introducing him, our Tánaiste
@EamonGilmore
observed he had lived in his own life the words of Louis MacNeice:
“By a high star, our course is set.
Our end is life. Put out to sea”.
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I am deeply disappointed by the ELN’s announcement, not to extend its unilateral ceasefire past the end of April. I again urge all illegal armed groups in Colombia to cease all violence and stop the suffering of communities. Peace must be consolidated to fight the pandemic.
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#StandWithUkraine
: During my visit to
#Ukraine
in October: the contact line at Mayorsk; Foreign Minister Kuleba; families of Maidan victims; and a brave mother who lost half her lower body, trying to protect her children from a Russian shell.
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#Uganda
: Completed my mission to
#Uganda
in a long and frank meeting on
#HumanRights
challenges with President Museveni
@KagutaMuseveni
@EUinUG
@APacificiEU
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I share the concern expressed by the UN Special Rapporteur, Mary Lawlor, about the health and continuing detention of Fr Stan Swamy, whose case the EU has been raising with the Indian authorities.
Horrible news to learn that Indian HRD Fr. Stan Swamy is in very serious condition&was put on a ventilator last night.He's spent 9 months in jail on unfounded charges.I’m deeply saddened&expect that every possible specialist treatment will be provided to him
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#Nepal
: Welcoming to Brussels, the Foreign Secretary of
#Nepal
,
@PaudyalBR
. We discussed strengthening of the relationship including on
#HumanRights
. I welcomed the progress related to Transitional Justice. Much to learn from the Nepal Peace Process.
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#Ethiopia
: Meeting this evening with Minister of Justice, Gideon Timotiwos, who briefed me on his discussions in Geneva which hopefully will enable the International Committee of Experts to begin their work on
#HumanRights
violations arising from the conflict
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#Bangladesh
: I do not understand what justifies the deregistration of
@odhikar_bd
and the imprisonment yesterday of its leaders, including
@AdilurKhan
, whom I met during my visit to Bangladesh in July.
Statement by the Spokesperson on the sentencing:
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#Guatemala
: I have just met online, with the
#HumanRights
Ombudsman of Guatemala, Jordan Rodas Andrade, to discuss the deteriorating environment for human rights and rule of law. Very concerned for what may occur over the next few months.
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#Isreal
#Palestine
The guns and bombs must stop. The hostages be released. Humanitarian access. Restoration of water and electricity, food and fuel. An end to the slaughter of children and civilians. War crimes are war crimes no matter where they are committed or by whom.
Statement of
@JosepBorrellF
on behalf of the EU:
The EU is gravely concerned about the deepening humanitarian crisis in Gaza & calls for immediate pauses in hostilities & the establishment of humanitarian corridors incl. through a dedicated maritime route
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“Peace belongs to all Colombians, but all Colombians must also take ownership of the Peace Process. A culture of peace needs to take hold. This needs Dialogue”
“Sumemos a la paz en Colombia”
#PorLaPAzSeremosM
ás este sábado 26 de septiembre, la cita es desde las 8:30 a.m. porque “El Mundo Exige Paz”. Desde
@DefendamosLaPaz
realizaremos la Conferencia Internacional Por la Implementación del Acuerdo Final de Paz. Síganos
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#Bangladesh
: Due to funding reductions by international donors, the food rations for Rohingya refugees in Cox’s Bazaar have been cut from $12 pppm to $10 and then to $8. This is what the cuts look like.
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#Belarus
: Uladzimir Matskevich is on his 13th day of hunger strike. Yesterday he gave up water. I call for his immediate and unconditional release and that of all political prisoners who now amount to 1061.
#FreeBelarus
#StandWithBelarus
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Afghanistan: I have held an important meeting with the Chair of the Afghanistan Independent Human Rights Commission. Respect for Human Rights, especially for women and girls, is crucial for peace and stability. Independent monitoring is essential.
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#Kyrgyzstan
: I am greatly concerned by the recent detentions, including of activists, bloggers and persons in serious medical condition, and by the temporary closure of the
@Azattyk_Radiosu
media outlet.KYG authorities must respect their int'l obligations on fundamental freedoms.
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#Ukraine
: A privilege to meet in Brussels with Oleksandra Matviichuk
@avalaina
, the head of the Centre for Civil Liberties, 2022 Nobel Peace Prize winner. We discussed accountability for Russia’s war of aggression and
#HumanRights
issues relating to Ukraine
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The sanctions announced by the US against the ICC
@IntlCrimCourt
including Chief Prosecutor
#Bensouda
“are unacceptable and unprecedented” and “attempt to obstruct the Courts investigations and judicial procedures”.
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I am deeply concerned about ongoing violence, threats and killings of human rights defenders in Colombia. More than 400 human rights defenders have been killed in Colombia since 2016, according to
@ONUHumanRights
.
Embajadores europeos escuchamos con preocupación el análisis de
@hrw
sobre la compleja situación de seguridad para defensores de
#DerechosHumanos
así como el conjunto importante de recomendaciones que pueden contribuir a fortalecer la prevención y la protección.
#DefendamosLaVida
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#Cuba
: In Havana at the start of my two-day visit to co-Chair the EU-Cuba Human Rights Dialogue, under the PDCA, and to meet Government, institutions and civil society. I will be discussing a wide range of issues.
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Great meeting today with the Presidents of
@CommissionVerdadC
@JEPColombia
@UBPColombia
at the start of their meetings with EU institutions. EU will continue to support the Peace Process in Colombia
Este 8-9 de julio se mantendrán una serie de reuniones a alto nivel entre la
#Uni
ónEuropea en Bruselas y la
@ComisionVerdadC
@JEP_Colombia
@UBPDcolombia
con el objetivo de mostrar avances y desafíos de su labor durante los últimos meses.
#JuntosPorLaVida
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#Saudi
Arabia: Honoured to co-chair EU-KSA
#HumanRights
Dialogue with H.E.
@AltuwaijriHala
. Reforms recognised. Topics for co-operation identified. Concerns raised include: Death Penalty; travel bans; excessive prison sentences for tweeting, labour rights; Muslims in
#EU
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I wish
@BrendanHowlin
the very best for the future. I had the privilege of working with him over several decades. His principled and practical influence on Irish politics will be missed.
@labour
Our friend and colleague
@BrendanHowlin
has announced that he will not contest the next General Election.
A week is a long time in politics but after forty years Brendan has done the State and his beloved Wexford some service.
On behalf of all the Labour Party, thank you. 🌹
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#Cuba
: Co-chairing the EU-Cuba Human Rights Dialogue. Agenda included freedom of expression, assembly and association, women’s rights, gender equality and social and economic rights. Recognised the impact of the embargo, and called for release of July ‘21 detainees
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I am deeply saddened to learn of the death of Emmet Stagg. He was a principled and tenacious fighter for the people of Kildare and a tireless champion for
@labour
values. I recall his enormous support to me when he served as Chief Whip.
Statement by President Michael D. Higgins on the death of Emmet Stagg
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Colombia peace agreement is great news. Congratulations everyone!
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Very saddened to hear of the death of Brendan Halligan. He served Ireland,
@labour
and Europe. But most of all, a good friend.
We are saddened today to announce the passing of Brendan Halligan, IIEA Founder and President, who has died at the age of 84.
Tributes have been paid by Ruairí Quinn IIEA Chairperson and
@MCollinsIIEA
IIEA Director General:
Ar dheis De, go raibh a anam.
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Colombia: The 🇨🇴Colombian Peace Agreement is seen as a model around the world. We 🇪🇺 support its full implementation & will continue working to build the lasting peace that all Colombians deserve.
#5A
ñosTejiendoPaz
#EuropaCreeEnColombia
🇪🇺🤝🇨🇴
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My article in
@IrishTimes
, to mark the 70th anniversary of the signing of the European Convention on Human Rights.
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#India
: Thank you
@India_NHRC
for this meeting, at which we also discussed the NHRC role in relation to FCRA, detentions, bail, sedition and anti-terrorism laws, UAPA, minorities and individual cases.
NHRC, India Chairperson, Mr. Justice Arun Mishra asks the visiting European Union delegation to work together to ameliorate the cause of human rights across the globe.
#HR4All
#Standup4HumanRights
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#Ukraine
: I have just listened now to a moving tribute to Victoria Amelina, from her friend Oleksandra Matviichuk
@avalaina
, 2022 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, during the 10th Anniversary event for the European Endowment for Democracy
@EEDemocracy
The last tweet from Victoria Amelina, a talented Ukrainian author and documentor of Russian war crimes. Shortly after this tweet, she was killed by a "high precision" Russian Iskander rocket that struck the Kramatorsk restaurant where she was dining with her Columbian colleagues.
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Listening to representatives of Afghan civil society about the importance of EU support for women, civil society, victims and human rights in an inclusive peace process.
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#Bahrain
: During
@FrontLineHRD
Dublin Platform today, I met again with
@MARYAMALKHAWAJA
, Co-Director of the Gulf Center for
#HumanRights
. Her father, Abdulhadi, has been in prison for 11+ years, and he is now in declining health. He should be released.
#FreeAlKhawaja
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#Cuba
: Met with a wide range of Civil Society actors including relatives of political prisoners. In meetings with government and at the Human Rights Dialogue, I reiterated the EU’s call for releases.
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#Colombia
: I welcome the publication of the Truth Commission
@ComisionVerdadC
report. An historic step for healing and hope, for dignity and for the rights of victims. The EU will continue to support Colombia in building peace and reconciliation, with human rights at the centre.
"Dejamos el legado de la
@ComisionVerdadC
en manos de la sociedad colombiana. En manos de más de 3.000 organizaciones aliadas. Tenemos confianza en que
@petrogustavo
y
@FranciaMarquezM
incorporarán las recomendaciones":
@FranciscoDeRoux
La transmisión👉
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Great inspiring speech to UNGA by President Michael D Higgins. It is a great honour to be in the hall to hear it at first hand.
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#EUOpenDay
: It was a privilege to meet today
@eu_eeas
with 13 year old
@franciscoactiv2
, who presented me with his book on climate change; and to join a panel with young leaders from the
#OurVoiceOurFuture
campaign which has already 57 million followers.
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Congratulations
#IvanaBacik
on your imminent election to Dáil Éireann. A great champion of
#HumanRights
.
@labour
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#Belarus
: Today I was honoured to meet Natallia Pinchuk, wife of Belarusian
#SakharovPrize
and
#NobelPeacePrize
laureate Ales Bialiatski. The EU stands firmly with Ales and all the other political prisoners. We will not rest until the every last on of them is set free.
@viasna96
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#IndependenceDayUkraine
: Freedom and justice go hand in hand.
As Ukraine fights for its independence, the European Union supports its pursuit of justice for the people who have suffered this brutal war.
#StandWithUkraine
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