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KABUL (Pajhwok): UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights Situation in Afghanistan Richard Benn has stressed the protection of Afghans’ human rights.
Benn pledged to continue monitoring, seeking investigation and accountability over the recent horrific attacks.
On his Twitter handle, he wrote: “I stand with all Afghans grieving loved ones after last week’s horrific attacks; will continue to monitor & seek #investigation & # accountability. Afghans’ #humanrights must be protected: prevent violations & ensure internationally-guaranteed justice”
Nearly 50 people, including women and children, were killed, and scores injured in last week’s bombings in Balkh, Kunduz, Nangarhar and Kabul.
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