UN rights chief Turk re-elected for second term amid US and Israeli opposition

Volker Turk has been re-elected as the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, making him the first to serve two consecutive four-year terms since the position was established in 1993. The vote passed with 144 in favor, despite opposition from the US, Israel, Russia, and others. Turk has been a vocal critic of Israel’s actions in Gaza and has emphasized the need for accountability in human rights violations. His reappointment has drawn significant criticism from Israel and the US, citing concerns over his leadership and alleged biases.

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