UN suspends Russia from the Human Rights Council
A voting resolution was held where Nepal abstained
Kathmandu, April 8. The United Nations General Assembly(UNGA) has voted to expel Russia from the Human Rights Council, following the allegations of severe human rights violations in Ukraine.
A voting resolution was held on Thursday where 93 voted in favor, 24 against and 58 countries abstained from the voting. A two-third majority was required for it to pass from the UNGA.
Furthermore, countries like Australia, Canada, France, Germany among others voted in favor of the resolution. Countries namely China, Iran and North Korea voted against; whereas Nepal, India and others abstained from voting.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said on Twitter, “War criminals have no place in UN bodies aimed at protecting human rights. Grateful to all member states which supported the relevant UNGA resolution and chose the right side of history.”
However, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov expressed dismay on the decision.
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