Highly competitive #UnitedStates #Elections2020 tarnished by legal uncertainty and unprecedented attempts to undermine public trust, international observers say. Read our press release 👉 bit.ly/3jVXwzO.
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OSCE/ODIHR
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ODIHR works across the OSCE region to support democratic elections and institutions, promote the rule of law, protect human rights, and build tolerant societies
- ODIHR is very concerned about the reported violence and arrests during the ongoing protests in #Serbia. We urge 🇷🇸 authorities to respect the right to peaceful assembly and refrain from any excessive & indiscriminate use of force, ensuring that any violations are investigated.
- Following 🇬🇪#Georgia's parliamentary elections, ODIHR reiterates concerns over pressure on voters and independence of state institutions and calls for concrete action. Find out more here ▶️ bit.ly/41R5BPA
- Voters had political alternatives in #Serbia’s parliamentary #elections, but they were marred by overwhelming ruling party advantage, international observers say. Read more: bit.ly/3NBJBjV
- 🇷🇸#Serbia has an obligation to facilitate peaceful assemblies without unjustified or excessive use of force by police and to prevent violence, in line with its human rights commitments. Promoting dialogue & accountability are the best way forward to de-escalate current tensions.
- The footage of the apparent ill-treatment of an Azerbaijani solider in Armenia is deeply troubling and the incident should be immediately investigated, helping to ensure accountability for those responsible in line with international law standards.
- #Serbia’s 2023 parliamentary #elections were marred by the decisive involvement of the President and the ruling party’s systemic advantages, although technically well-administered & offering voters a choice of political alternatives, ODIHR says. Read more: bit.ly/49vPMz3
- Recently broadcast footage of journalist Raman #Pratasevich & Sofia #Sapega is deeply disturbing, violates their right to fair trial and may be a sign that they were coerced or tortured, which is prohibited under international law. Read the full statement: bit.ly/3w57Qfq
- ODIHR is shocked by the video footage apparently showing the execution of Armenian #POWs, and calls for an immediate investigation of this and past reported crimes targeting civilians at the Azerbaijani-Armenian border. All parties to any conflict must respect international law.
- Political will is key both to enabling civil society to work freely and advancing electoral reforms in 🇷🇸#Serbia. Read our full statement here ▶️ bit.ly/4kRmeAD
- 🇬🇪#Georgia’s parliamentary #elections were marred by an uneven playing field, pressure and tension, but voters were offered a wide choice, international observers say. Find out more ▶️ bit.ly/4e1gTmX
- ODIHR is deeply concerned about the use of excessive force by police during protests in 🇬🇪#Georgia. Read our full statement ▶️ bit.ly/3D0OZKS
- As governments take further steps to stem the spread of #COVID19, ODIHR calls on the authorities of #Serbia to ensure a key role for #parliament in overseeing the #StateOfEmergency and a firm legal basis for all extraordinary measures put in place
- 📢5 months after the military attack in #Ukraine by the Russian Federation, ODIHR releases the initial findings of its #HumanRights monitoring of the conflict, revealing credible evidence of violations of international law. Find out more ⏩ bit.ly/3yMlc2M #IHL
