Francesca Albanese

State Dept:

Removal of Francesca Albanese from sanctions list only temporary

US State Department confirms it is appealing a court order that paused sanctions on anti-Israel UN rapporteur.

US lifts sanctions on UN anti-Israel rapporteur Albanese

The US Treasury removes UN expert Francesca Albanese from its sanctions list. No reason provided for the removal.

UN envoy tells Germany to 'forget the Holocaust'

UN special envoy Francesca Albanese, known for her hostility to Israel, calls on Germany to 'free itself from the historical guilt" over the Holocaust.

Federal court rules antisemitic UN envoy Albanese can be served

A US court rules that UN official Francesca Albanese can be served by email in a Christian charity lawsuit.

For threatening US companies

US Ambassador blasts UN rapporteur Albanese

US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz sharply criticizes Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese for sending threats of “criminal liability" to American companies for working with Israel, calling her the “UN’s leading in-house Hamas propagandist".

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Anne Bayefsky vs Francesca Albanese at the UN

UNHCR VP cuts off human rights expert for calling out the antisemitism of a UN Special Rapporteur.

Albanese at it again:

'World gave Israel license to torture Palestinians'

Controversial UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese again criticizes Israel, claiming torture against Palestinian Arabs has become state policy. Israel: Albanese is an "agent of chaos" who promotes extremist narratives.

'Unacceptable interference'

Serbia slams UN's Albanese over latest Israel criticism

Serbia condemns UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese after she criticized the country’s military cooperation with Israel.

Family of UN’s Francesca Albanese sues US over sanctions

Francesca Albanese’s family sues the Trump administration over sanctions imposed after her criticism of Israel, claiming the penalties violate her First Amendment rights.

Estonia raises concerns over UN Rapporteur Francesca Albanese

Estonia backs UN human rights system but warns Francesca Albanese’s rhetoric undermines credibility as France, Germany and Austria call for her resignation.

Maine university cancels conference featuring UN's Albanese

The University of Southern Maine cancels a "Consequence of Palestine" conference due to Francesca Albanese's inclusion as a speaker, after learning she is sanctioned by the US government for anti-Israel remarks.

Ex-diplomats to France:

'Retract calls for resignation of UN’s Albanese'

More than 150 former diplomats urge France to retract calls for UN’s Francesca Albanese to resign over her remarks against Israel.

UN body rejects resignation calls for Francesca Albanese

UN body defends special rapporteur Francesca Albanese against calls for her resignation from European ministers who cited her latest attack on Israel.

Foreign Minister Sa'ar: Delegitimize antisemites targeting Israel

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar condemns UN Rapporteur Francesca Albanese for antisemitic remarks, urges Israel to take an offensive stance against those delegitimizing the Jewish state.

UN human rights office concerned over 'attacks' on Albanese

UN human rights office expresses concern over calls for dismissal of Francesca Albanese, the UN special rapporteur for “Palestine" known for her anti-Israel bias.

WJC President joins calls for removal of UN rapporteur Albanese

World Jewish Congress President Ronald Lauder calls for the removal of UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese due to her anti-Israel statements. Austria, Germany, and France also demand her resignation.

Germany, Austria join call for Albanese resignation

European foreign ministers condemn remarks labeling Israel a 'common enemy,' say comments undermine UN impartiality.

After 'common enemy' comments

France calls for Francesca Albanese's resignation

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot tells lawmaker the French government demands UN Rapporteur's resignation after her latest hateful rant against Israel.

CAM calls for removal of UN Rapporteur over anti-Israel remarks

Combat Antisemitism Movement demands immediate dismissal of UN Special Rapporteur after declaration of Israel as 'common enemy of humanity.'

The Quintessential Antisemite:

Francesca Albanese-Goebbels speaks for the United Nations

For the U.N. as an institution, Albanese’s hatred of Jews is a feature, not a defect. Opinion.

Prof. Anne Bayefsky

This is how Francesca Albanese is allowed to spread Jew-hatred'

Professor Anne Bayefsky tells Arutz Sheva that UN rapporteur - who told an Al Jazeera event that Israel is the 'common enemy' of humanity - is bankrolled by the UN.

UN envoy calls Georgetown move ‘fallout of US sanctions’

UN envoy Francesca Albanese responds to Georgetown University’s cutting of ties, blaming US sanctions and accusing the university of yielding to “pro-genocide” pressure.

Georgetown confirms it cut ties with UN official Albanese

Georgetown University confirms it cut ties with UN official Francesca Albanese after US sanctions over antisemitism and support for terror barred American institutions from affiliating with her.

Georgetown University drops anti-Israel UN rapporteur

Georgetown University removes UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese after UN Watch exposed her antisemitic remarks and support for terrorism, prompting wide international condemnation.

Danon to anti-Israel UN official: Your poison has failed

Israeli Ambassador Danny Danon fiercely rebukes UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese: “You are a witch… your poison has failed.”

Senior antisemite, 10/7 denier, encounters 'major embarrassment'

Francesca Albanese, UN envoy who denied the Hamas massacre and sexual terrorism on October 7, stepped off the podium in South Africa where a surprise awaited her.

UN rapporteur:

'US sanctions over Gaza report are mafia-style intimidation'

UN expert Francesca Albanese denounces US sanctions as “mafia-style” tactics after accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza. Barred from entering the US, she presented her report from South Africa.

Christian groups file defamation suit against Francesca Albanese

The Christian Friends of Israeli Communities and Christians for Israel USA have launched a lawsuit against the UN Rapporteur for accusing them of enabling war crimes and genocide.

Francesca Albanese loses 'Blue Check' status on X

Following letter to Elon Musk from UN Watch in light of the US sanctions against UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, the UN official lost her verified status on X.

Albanese: US sanctions over Israel criticism hurt me personally

UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese says US sanctions over her anti-Israel stance have seriously disrupted her finances and personal life, calling the move 'dangerous.'

UN rapporteur Albanese:

'US sanctions are a violation of immunity'

Anti-Israel UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese claims US sanctions are a "violation" of her immunity, stemming from her "genocide" accusations against Israel.

UN official Francesca Albanese urges global action against Israel

At a conference in Colombia, notorious anti-Israel UN special rapporteur calls on nations to suspend all ties with Israel, claiming its economy "is structured to sustain the occupation".

'No red lines'

Anti-Israel rapporteur decries US sanctions

UN Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, known for anti-Israel bias, labels new US sanctions "scary" and a "dangerous" precedent.

EU criticizes US sanctions on anti-Israel UN official

European Union criticizes the US for sanctioning Francesca Albanese, the UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in the Palestinian territories, known for her anti-Israel stance.

Danon praises Rubio for imposing sanctions on Albanese

Israeli Ambassador to the UN says US sanctions on Francesca Albanese are justified due to her 'relentless and biased campaign against Israel and the United States' that 'crossed the line from human rights advocacy into political warfare.'

Rubio announces US sanctions on Francesca Albanese

US Secretary of State announces sanctions on UN Special Rapporteur for her 'illegitimate and shameful efforts to prompt the International Criminal Court action against US and Israeli officials, companies, and executive.'

Human Rights Expert

'Francesca Albanese uses Nazi textbook to produce Oct. 7 denial'

Touro Institute on Human Rights head Prof. Anne Bayefsky tells Arutz Sheva that UN Rapporteur's attempt to downplay a new report documenting Hamas's sexual violence is reminiscent of Joseph Goebbels.

Google co-founder calls UN 'transparently antisemitic'

Google co-founder Sergey Brin says in memo to employees that accusing Israel of genocide is 'deeply offensive' to Jews who suffered a real genocide after UN accuses tech companies of profiting from the alleged Gaza 'genocide.'

UN Watch:

'Reappointment of Francesca Albanese is invalid'

UN Watch’s Hillel Neuer says Francesca Albanese’s renewed UN mandate is “invalid,” citing violations of internal procedures and calling for sanctions.

US slams UN rapporteur Albanese, citing her anti-Israel bias

US Mission to the UN reaffirms its strong opposition to Francesca Albanese's role as UN Special Rapporteur, citing antisemitic rhetoric and anti-Israel bias. Despite objections, the UNHRC recently extended her mandate.

UN extends mandate of anti-Israel rapporteur Francesca Albanese

UN Human Rights Council extends Francesca Albanese’s mandate as special rapporteur on “Palestinian territories”, despite widespread condemnation from Israel and others over bias, controversial remarks, and conflicts of interest.

Over anti-Israel resolutions

World Jewish Congress slams UN Human Rights Council

World Jewish Congress condemns UNHRC for its anti-Israel bias, criticizing recent resolutions and the expected renewal of Francesca Albanese’s mandate.

Combat Antisemitism Movement calls for US sanctions on Albanese

CAM has called on the US to impose sanctions on United Nations Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, similar to those applied in February to members of the International Criminal Court.

US lawmakers to UNHRC:

'Reject reappointment of Francesca Albanese'

House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Brian Mast and fellow lawmakers urge UNHRC President Jürg Lauber to reject Francesca Albanese’s reappointment, citing her inflammatory comments on Israel and alleged violations of the UN code of conduct.

World Jewish Congress:

'Reject renewal of Francesca Albanese’s mandate'

World Jewish Congress Executive Vice President Maram Stern urged UN Human Rights Council President Ambassador Jürg Lauber to reject the renewal of Francesca Albanese’s mandate, citing Albanese’s 'well-documented history of antisemitism.'

'Bring him home'

Francesca Albanese demands release of Hamas-linked hospital chief

UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, who called demands that Hamas release the hostages, including the Bibas children, 'unacceptable,' demands release of hospital director accused of being a Hamas colonel using language associated with the campaign for the hostages.

Albanese calls for Israel to be "UNseated" over UNRWA ban

UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese says Israel's banning of Hamas-affiliated UN organization that employed Oct. 7 terrorists should result in its suspension or expulsion from the UN.

Report:

UN chief called Francesca Albanese a 'horrible person'

Outgoing US Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism Deborah Lipstadt reveals UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese to her.

Albanese praises 'human rights' group with Hezbollah connection

UN Rapporteur Francesca Albanese praises Hind Rajab Foundation and its demand to arrest Druze IDF General Ghassan Alian. The foundation's founder says he is proud of having 'joined the Hezbollah resistance.'

UN rapporteur suggests connection between LA fires and Gaza

Francesca Albanese, UN Special Rapporteur who has become notorious for her anti-Israel rhetoric, sparks controversy after appearing to draw a connection between the Los Angeles wildfires and the ongoing conflict in Gaza.

Human Rights Expert:

'Francesca Albanese is the 21st-century Joseph Goebbels'

Professor Anne Bayefsky of Touro University and Human Rights Voices speaks with Arutz Sheva about the appeal by UN officials against the US bill imposing sanctions on the ICC.

UN finally criticizes PA, for suspending Al Jazeera

UN Human Rights office, Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese call on PA to reverse the decision to suspend Qatari news channel Al Jazeera on incitement allegations.

To Francesca Albanese, saving Kfir Bibas is destroying the planet

The argument that since more people have been killed since October 7 than on October 7, that makes the war automatically wrong, is rubbish. Opinion

Albanese suggests supporting Israel is 'destroying the planet'

UN Special Rapporteur calls on political leaders who want to be remembered 'for something good instead of destroying the planet' to abandon Israel.

Anti-Israel UN rapporteur:

'Israel didn’t have the right to wage a war after October 7'

UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, notorious for her anti-Israel rhetoric, tells Piers Morgan: The fact that we call October 7 terrorism doesn’t justify what Israel has done since.

UN rapporteur appears to blame victims for Amsterdam pogrom

UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese approvingly quotes post calling the Amsterdam pogrom "a lie," calls on media to "set record straight" while saying "Israel and Israelis can never be in the wrong."

Danon to Albanese:

'How dare you exploit the Holcoaust to spread antisemitism'

Israeli Amb. to the UN criticizes UN Rappaeuter Francesca Albanese, who has been at the center of numerous antisemitism controversies, for using Holocaust survivor Primo Levi to attack Israel again.

Francesca Albanese likes antisemitic quote from white supremacist

UN Special Rapporteur at heart of numerous antisemitism controversies thanks X user for sharing quote from radical anti-Israel Holocaust survivor that was originated by white supremacist Joseph Sobran at a Holocaust denial organization.

Francesca Albanese's 'must read'

Blaming Israel for 9/11 and predicting the death of Israel and US

UN rapporteur reposts Chris Hedges X post accusing the US and Israel of genocide, claiming Bin Laden was motivated by Israel, and predicting the destruction of both countries, calling it a post "for the ages."

Jewish orgs. outraged

UN rapporteur continues anti-Israel rhetoric

UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese compares Israel to Nazi Germany, calls for it to be removed from UN. Conference of Presidents: She must be immediately removed from her post.