GENEVA, Switzerland, Feb. 6 -- LONDON, England, Feb. 6 -- United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk issued the following remarks on Feb. 5, 2026, during the official launch of the U.N. Human Rights Office's 2026 Annual Appeal:

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High Commissioner Turk: We cannot afford a human rights system in crisis

Excellencies, distinguished delegates,

It is a real pleasure to welcome you today to launch our appeal for 2026.