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The UN Human Rights Council renewed the mandates of the Fact-Finding Mission and OHCHR office in Venezuela for two years...
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UN renews Venezuela fact-finding mission for two years

The UN Human Rights Council renewed the mandates of the Fact-Finding Mission and OHCHR office in Venezuela for two years, a move highlighting ongoing international concern over human rights violations and impunity in the country.

7 Oct 2026

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