DefendDefenders’ oral statements at HRC61
Oral statements delivered during the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council (23 February-31 March 2026) (and during the debate on the human rights
6 February 2026
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Oral statements delivered during the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council (23 February-31 March 2026) (and during the debate on the human rights
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