UN committee accuses Australia of human rights abuses in Nauru asylum seeker detention.

The UN Human Rights Committee has accused Australia of violating human rights by detaining asylum seekers, including minors, on Nauru even after granting them refugee status. The committee found that Australia breached the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and asked for compensation and prevention of future violations. Australia has not commented on the findings.

January 09, 2025
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