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UN rights office says US terror designation chills speech

Filed: Aug 27, 2026 at 8:14 PM ET
Summary: The UN human rights office said the US designation of Palestine Action as a terrorist group threatens freedom of expression and association. It warned that the move could deter peaceful activism and restrict lawful criticism and advocacy related to Palestine.
WHO: UN human rights office
WHAT: Said the US terror designation of Palestine Action threatens freedom of speech and association
WHEN: Aug 27, 2026 at 9:13 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: The UN rights office was reacting to the US decision to designate Palestine Action as a terrorist organization.
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