Persecution of Bahá'ís in Iran

Today, the U.N. General Assembly issued a strong condemnation of human rights violations in Iran, including violations against Baha’is.

The resolution, which was approved in the Third Committee of the U.N. General assembly by a vote of 74-48, expressed “deep concern at serious ongoing and recurring human rights violations in the Islamic Republic of Iran” and cited “increasing discrimination” against minorities, including members of the Baha’i Faith.

“This year’s resolution – which is among the most forcefully worded in more than 25 years of resolutions on Iran – sends a potent message to the government there, stating vigorously that the international community will not turn a blind eye to human rights violations,” said Bani Dugal, the principal representative of the Baha’i International Community to the United Nations.

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