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UN seeks independent probe into ICE deaths
Published 26 June 2026 ยท politics
Synopsis The UN is demanding independent probes into dozens of deaths in US immigration detention since last year, citing a surge in fatalities under President
Synopsis The UN is demanding independent probes into dozens of deaths in US immigration detention since last year, citing a surge in fatalities under President Trump's crackdown. UN rights chief Volker Turk called for "prompt action to prevent further loss of life," highlighting a lack of transparency and urging accountability for violations. He stressed that immigration detention should be a last resort, especially for children.
Published: June 26, 2026 โข 7:22 PM IST ยท Updated: June 26, 2026 โข 8:38 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Synopsis The UN is demanding independent probes into dozens of deaths in US immigration detention since last year, citing a surge in fatalities under President Trump's crackdown.
UN rights chief Volker Turk called for "prompt action to prevent further loss of life," highlighting a lack of transparency and urging accountability for violations.
He stressed that immigration detention should be a last resort, especially for children.