London, April 11th, 2025 — The Palestinian Return Centre (PRC) extends its sincere congratulations to Ms. Francesca Albanese on the renewal of her mandate as United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian Territory occupied since 1967.

Since taking up this critical role, Ms. Albanese has shown remarkable courage and moral clarity in exposing Israel’s grave and systematic violations of international law. Her work—most notably in the landmark reports “Anatomy of a Genocide” and “Genocide as Colonial Erasure”—has transformed the global conversation on Palestine and brought long-overdue legal and political attention to the suffering of Palestinians.

At a time when many international officials have failed to speak truthfully or unequivocally, Francesca Albanese has shown a rare and principled commitment to calling things by their name. She has consistently refused to dilute or obscure the realities on the ground, and her work has offered legal precision where others have resorted to political ambiguity.

Her unwavering stance has made her the target of a coordinated and aggressive campaign of vilification, threats, and political pressure—from Israeli officials, pro-Israel lobby groups, and Zionist media networks. These attacks seek to discredit her voice and obstruct the truth she brings to light.

The PRC stands firmly and proudly in solidarity with Ms. Albanese. We support her fully against all attempts at intimidation, blackmail, and defamation. These campaigns are not a reflection of bias, but of the power her words carry—and the discomfort they cause to those invested in shielding Israel from accountability.

“Francesca Albanese represents everything a UN Special Rapporteur should be,” said Dr. Tarek Hamoud, Director of the Palestinian Return Centre. “Courageous, principled, and relentless in her pursuit of truth and justice. Her renewal sends a strong message that voices of integrity will not be silenced.”

The PRC looks forward to continued engagement with Ms. Albanese and reaffirms its full support for her mandate and her mission to uphold international law and dignity for the Palestinian people.