The United Nations human rights agency is facing severe financial difficulties, with chief Volker Turk warning that it is now operating in 'survival mode.' The agency has launched a $400 million appeal to address global human rights crises, citing a significant gap between its approved budget and actual funding received. Due to these shortfalls, the office has been forced to cut or scale back critical programs in multiple countries, resulting in fewer monitoring missions and reduced support for vulnerable communities. The broader United Nations is also experiencing a deepening liquidity crisis, with Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warning of potential financial collapse unless member states fulfill their financial obligations.