Sunday, 25 May 2025
America Age
  • Trending
  • World
  • Politics
  • Opinion
  • Business
    • Economy
    • Real Estate
    • Money
    • Crypto & NFTs
  • Tech
  • Lifestyle
    • Lifestyle
    • Food
    • Travel
    • Fashion / Beauty
    • Art & Books
    • Culture
  • Health
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
Font ResizerAa
America AgeAmerica Age
Search
  • Trending
  • World
  • Politics
  • Opinion
  • Business
    • Economy
    • Real Estate
    • Money
    • Crypto & NFTs
  • Tech
  • Lifestyle
    • Lifestyle
    • Food
    • Travel
    • Fashion / Beauty
    • Art & Books
    • Culture
  • Health
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
© 2024 America Age. All Rights Reserved.
America Age > Blog > World > Iran blames US after being removed from UN rights body
World

Iran blames US after being removed from UN rights body

Enspirers | Editorial Board
Share
Iran blames US after being removed from UN rights body
SHARE

Iran on Thursday accused the United States of orchestrating its removal from a UN women’s rights body over its response to protests triggered by death of Mahsa Amini.

The Islamic republic has seen waves of protests since the September 16 death in custody of Amini, a young Iranian Kurd who had been arrested for allegedly violating the country’s dress code for women.

Hundreds of people have been killed and thousands arrested in the street violence, leading to international condemnation and Iran’s removal Wednesday from the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (UNCSW).

Iran pointed the finger of blame at the United States, saying the move was a result of its arch-foe’s concerted efforts and that it lacked “legal justification”.

“This one-sided action of the US… is an attempt to impose unilateral political demands and ignore electoral procedures in international institutions,” foreign ministry spokesman Nasser Kanani said.

“Removing a legal member of the commission is a political heresy which discredits this international organisation and also creates a unilateral procedure for future abuses of international institutions,” he added.

Iran, which was elected to the body in April for a four-year term, was stripped of its membership with immediate effect.

A simple majority was needed to adopt the move, which was approved after 29 members of the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) voted in favour, eight countries including Russia and China voted against and 16 abstained.

The text of the UN resolution said the Iranian authorities “continuously undermine and increasingly suppress the human rights of women and girls, including the right to freedom of expression and opinion, often with the use of excessive force.”

The head of Iran’s high council for human rights, Kazem Gharibabadi, said the motive of the United States for supporting the resolution was to protect its own interests.

The US “only pursues its inhumane and anti-human rights interests and goals” by issuing “false and hypocritical statements and comments” against Iran, he said in a Twitter post.

Iran said on December 3 that more than 200 people had been killed in the unrest, including security personnel. Human rights groups based abroad say the country’s security forces have killed more than 450 people.

Iran has handed down 11 death sentences in connection with the protests. It has carried out two executions in the past week. Campaigners say a dozen other defendants face charges that could see them also receive the death penalty.

pdm/sk/dv

Share This Article
Twitter Email Copy Link Print
Previous Article China Cranks Up Propaganda Defending Xi as Covid Surges China Cranks Up Propaganda Defending Xi as Covid Surges
Next Article UN peacekeeper killed after attack in southern Lebanon UN peacekeeper killed after attack in southern Lebanon

Your Trusted Source for Accurate and Timely Updates!

Our commitment to accuracy, impartiality, and delivering breaking news as it happens has earned us the trust of a vast audience. Stay ahead with real-time updates on the latest events, trends.
FacebookLike
TwitterFollow
InstagramFollow
LinkedInFollow
MediumFollow
QuoraFollow
- Advertisement -
Ad image

Popular Posts

Russia-Ukraine latest news: Five ‘powerful’ missile strikes hit Lviv with at least six dead

A man walks near a residential building destroyed during Ukraine-Russia conflict in the southern port…

By Enspirers | Editorial Board

Jane Wiedlin of the Go-Go’s Announces Engagement to Boyfriend Terence Lundy: ‘I Said Yes!’

Jane Wiedlin of the Go-Go's Announces Engagement to Boyfriend Terence Lundy: 'I Said Yes!'Jane Wiedlin/Twitter…

By Enspirers | Editorial Board

Louisiana woman denied abortion wants ‘vague’ ban clarified

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — A pregnant Louisiana woman who was denied an abortion —…

By Enspirers | Editorial Board

Singer Lizzo Unintentionally Admits That the Total Nation Will Change into Detroit If Kamala Harris Wins

Credit score: Screenshot through The Guardian Information YouTube Simply days after Vice President Kamala Harris…

By Enspirers | Editorial Board

You Might Also Like

‘A heifer came into the bedroom’: Kevin survived the NSW floods – however his dairy farm won’t
World

‘A heifer came into the bedroom’: Kevin survived the NSW floods – however his dairy farm won’t

By Enspirers | Editorial Board
‘There was panic’: Northland procuring centre locked down after battle allegedly involving ‘rival groups’ and a machete
World

‘There was panic’: Northland procuring centre locked down after battle allegedly involving ‘rival groups’ and a machete

By Enspirers | Editorial Board
Irish pro-Palestine activists embrace ‘Paddystinian’ time period as badge of honour
World

Irish pro-Palestine activists embrace ‘Paddystinian’ time period as badge of honour

By Enspirers | Editorial Board
Littleproud says ‘I don’t care’ about doubtlessly shedding Nationals management as Canavan insists internet zero not settled
World

Littleproud says ‘I don’t care’ about doubtlessly shedding Nationals management as Canavan insists internet zero not settled

By Enspirers | Editorial Board
America Age
Facebook Twitter Youtube

About US


America Age: Your instant connection to breaking stories and live updates. Stay informed with our real-time coverage across politics, tech, entertainment, and more. Your reliable source for 24/7 news.

Company
  • About Us
  • Newsroom Policies & Standards
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Careers
  • Media & Community Relations
  • WP Creative Group
  • Accessibility Statement
Contact Us
  • Contact Us
  • Contact Customer Care
  • Advertise
  • Licensing & Syndication
  • Request a Correction
  • Contact the Newsroom
  • Send a News Tip
  • Report a Vulnerability
Terms of Use
  • Digital Products Terms of Sale
  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Settings
  • Submissions & Discussion Policy
  • RSS Terms of Service
  • Ad Choices
© 2024 America Age. All Rights Reserved.
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?