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"The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has called for an independent investigation of the political crisis in Thailand, to bring those responsible for the human rights violations to account. In her opening address to the Human Rights Council 14th Session in Geneva on Monday, Navanethem Pillay said Thailand was one of several places getting her attention.

"I have been following closely the unrest in Thailand during which lives were lost. I recognise that the authorities have the responsibility to restore order. In doing so, however, they must abide by international standards concerning the use of force and due process for those detained," said Ms Pillay after congratulating the 12 newly elected members of the Council, including Thailand.

She said she recognised the efforts the Thai government had made over the past couple of months to resolve the situation, including the establishment of a roadmap for national reconciliation.

"To foster longer-term political reconciliation, I urge the government to ensure that an independent investigation of recent events be conducted and all those found responsible for human rights violations are held to account," said the South African chief, who headed the United Nations affiliate since September 2008."

http://www.bangkokpost.com/news/politics/1...-into-crackdown