Arbitrary detention exposes the victim to the possibility of further violations, including torture or other cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment or punishment; enforced and involuntary disappearances; …

Jan 9, 2025 · GENEVA - In two landmark decisions, the UN Human Rights Committee has ruled that Australia remained responsible for the arbitrary detention of asylum seekers redirected or transferred …

International human rights law provides a clear and universal framework relating to detention, enshrined by the following standards:

Oct 6, 2025 · The mandate of the Working Group on Arbitrary Detention was most recently extended by Human Rights Council resolution 60/8 of 6 October 2025 for a further three-year period. Read more …

Mar 6, 2025 · GENEVA – A UN report published on Thursday highlights a widespread pattern of arbitrary detention, torture, and ill-treatment of detainees by the Rapid Support Forces and the …

Jan 8, 2025 · GENEVA – UN experts* today called on the United States to immediately release Zayn al-Abidin Muhammad Husayn (known as Abu Zubaydah), who remains detained for almost 20 years …

Nov 17, 2025 · In addition, the Working Group on Arbitrary Detention (part of Special Procedures) is the only non-treaty-based UN mechanism with the power to investigate specific complaints and appeals …

Jul 31, 2024 · GENEVA - The UN Human Rights Office today published a report on arbitrary, prolonged and incommunicado detention by Israeli authorities, affecting thousands of Palestinians since last …

Le droit international des droits de l’homme établit un cadre universel clair en matière de détention qui est consacré par les normes ci-dessous.

Scope of the Body of Principles These principles apply for the protection of all persons under any form of detention or imprisonment. Use of Terms For the purposes of the Body of Principles: (a) "Arrest" …