In response, Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yvan Gil has accused the High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, of “avoiding, with a suspicious juggling act, mentioning who the promoters of violence are.”
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turkurged Venezuelan authorities on Tuesday to respect citizens’ right to protest peacefully and to express their opinions freely and without fear.
“I am alarmed by reports of disproportionate use of force by law enforcement, as well as violence by armed pro-government individuals, known as colectivos,” he said in a statement.
In this regard, she expressed concern about the violence that has occurred since last Sunday’s elections, especially the arrest of hundreds of people, including children. “Those responsible for human rights violations must be held accountable,” she said.
“I join the call made on Monday by the Secretary General for the electoral controversy to be resolved peacefully, with full transparency, including the publication of the results.” election results with a breakdown by constituency,” he added.
In response, the Venezuelan foreign minister, Yvan Gilhas accused Turk of “avoiding, with a suspicious juggling act, mentioning who the promoters of violence are” and has alluded to “a violent plan of fascist nature.”
“If your true interest is to defend human rights, directly condemn the criminal far right that is attacking civilians and threatening all of Venezuelan society. Do not be an accomplice or protector of those who attack innocent people with their macabre plans,” he added.
Source: Eitb
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