International Day in Support of Victims of Torture observed on June 26

Exam-focused facts from the 27 June 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

International Day in Support of Victims of Torture is observed annually on 26 June to honour survivors and advocate for justice, rehabilitation, and prevention.
The Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on 10 December 1984.
The Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment officially entered into force on 26 June 1987.
The UNGA proclaimed 26 June as the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture on 12 December 1997.
The first official observance of the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture was held on 26 June 1998.