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  "id": 13113556,
  "title": "UN Human Rights Office congratulates Navi Pillay on Nobel Peace Prize",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/un-human-rights-office-congratulates-navi-pillay-on-nobel-peace-prize",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-09T11:46:31.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "SABC News",
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    "url": "https://www.sabcnews.com/sabcnews/1167407-2/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The United Nations Human Rights Office has expressed its joy upon learning that Navi Pillay, the former High Commissioner, has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. Pillay, upon her arrival at the Nuremberg Palace of Justice in Germany, appeared surprised upon receiving the news in a video posted on X. The UN Human Rights Office's spokesperson, Shabia Mantoo, welcomed the announcement, praising Pillay for her unwavering dedication to human rights. Mantoo emphasized the significance of the accolade, stating that it is crucial in today's world to recognize individuals who speak out against human rights violations and defend the rights of people worldwide. The office expressed their happiness on behalf of all their staff, colleagues, and those Pillay has worked with, wishing her the best in her future endeavors.",
  "summary": "UN Human Rights Office Spokesperson Shabia Mantoo welcomed to announcement and congratulated Pillay.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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