UN Rapporteur Details Threats, Sanctions After Genocide Accusation

Francesca Albanese, the UN Special Rapporteur for the Palestinian territories, has spoken out about the death threats, dangers, and personal hardships she faces, including living without credit cards due to US sanctions. These challenges arose after she accused Israel of genocide, describing her life as a "rollercoaster."

14 Apr, 04:00 — 14 Apr, 04:00

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The GuardianMostly Factual132d ago

‘My life has become a rollercoaster’: Francesca Albanese on death threats, danger and dread after accusing Israel of genocide

When the UN special rapporteur published her report Anatomy of a Genocide in March 2024, she was lionised by some and demonised by the Trump government. She describes what happened next In retrospect, arranging to interview Francesca Albanese in a cafe was not the best plan. Before we could start, the waitress wanted a photo with the Italian human rights lawyer. So did the cashier. Then the cook came out of the kitchen in his whites for a group photo. Some of the customers wanted their turn. ...

By Julian Borger in Geneva

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UN Rapporteur Details Threats, Sanctions After Genocide Accusation

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‘My life has become a rollercoaster’: Francesca Albanese on death threats, danger and dread after accusing Israel of genocide

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‘My life has become a rollercoaster’: Francesca Albanese on death threats, danger and dread after accusing Israel of genocide

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