PNN – The terrorist U.S. government has once again refused to participate in the review of its own human rights record at the United Nations.
According to the report of Pakistan News Network; the United States has—for the second consecutive time—declined to take part in the review of its human rights situation under the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) mechanism of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva. This move drew criticism from members of the Council and has once again raised serious questions regarding Washington’s practical commitment to the principles of universality, accountability, and international oversight of human rights conditions.
Within the framework of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) mechanism, the human rights situation in all 193 United Nations member states is examined at regular intervals—without exception and based on the principles of universality and equal treatment of states. This mechanism, which has been in operation since 2008, is currently in its fourth cycle; this cycle began in November 2022 and is scheduled to conclude in 2027.
Although this mechanism applies to all UN member states, the United States has, to date, twice refused to participate in the review of its own human rights situation during the fourth cycle. On the first occasion—November 7, 2025, during the 50th session of the UPR Working Group—Washington failed to appear for the review; the Human Rights Council subsequently adopted a decision granting the country another opportunity to participate, rescheduling the review of the United States’ human rights situation to November 2026. Nevertheless, on November 10, 2026, the United States again declined to attend the 53rd session of the Working Group or engage in the interactive dialogue with other governments.
During a session of the Human Rights Council, Washington’s continued refusal to participate in the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) mechanism drew criticism. Emphasis was placed on the necessity of upholding the principle of equal treatment for all states and ensuring that countries remain accountable for their human rights obligations. It was argued that this stance runs counter to the universal nature and the spirit of cooperation that underpin the UPR mechanism—a move that could undermine the credibility and integrity of the international human rights system.
Furthermore, the contradiction between the United States’ persistent demand for other nations to be held accountable and its own refusal to accept international oversight of its actions was among the key points of criticism raised during the meeting. In this context, issues such as restrictive immigration policies, racial discrimination, police violence, foreign military interventions, and the imposition of unilateral coercive measures by the U.S. were highlighted, and the necessity for the country to address human rights concerns was underscored.
Particularly following the recent war and the Minab incident, the United States has refused to accept responsibility or be held accountable for its actions. Furthermore, it has refrained from participating in meetings where serious criticisms and challenging questions regarding its conduct are likely to be raised.
In light of this continued absence, the Human Rights Council—adopting a decision without a vote—has postponed the review of the United States’ human rights situation for a second time. It has been determined that this review will now take place during the 54th session of the UPR Working Group in January 2027—a session that will mark the final meeting of the Working Group within the fourth cycle of this mechanism.