"UN-mandated investigation into Ethiopia atrocities concludes despite ongoing reports of abuses"

The United Nations-mandated investigation into ongoing atrocities in Ethiopia is at risk of closure as no motion has been received to renew it. The International Commission of Human Rights Experts on Ethiopia (ICHREE) reported last month that war crimes and crimes against humanity were still being committed in the country. However, strong African opposition has deterred proponents from seeking another mandate. Ethiopia, which denies widespread abuses, has opposed the investigation and promoted its own national justice policies. The lapsing of the investigation has been criticized by human rights organizations, who argue that without an independent investigation, survivors and their communities will struggle to receive justice.