Volker Turk calls on European states to engage in dialogue with protesters and address their concerns

Volker Turk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, has responded to protests held in several European countries in recent weeks.

He called on state authorities to engage in dialogue with the protesters, paying particular attention to young people, and to take concrete measures to resolve the issues they have raised.

Turk condemned all forms of violence and urged everyone involved to help reduce tensions and prevent further escalation.

According to him, inclusive and safe dialogue is the only way forward. He stressed that states must engage with protesters, particularly young people, through meaningful, inclusive and constructive communication.

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights also called on governments to take concrete steps to address legitimate and fundamental concerns related to human rights, education, public services, housing, the rising cost of living and inequality.