UN suspends Russia from human rights body, Moscow then quits

Even though the Human Rights Council cannot make legally binding decisions, its decisions send important political messages and can authorise investigations.

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The US-led push garnered 93 votes in favour, while 24 countries voted no and 58 countries abstained. PHOTO: REUTERS

April 8, 2022

Even though the Human Rights Council cannot make legally binding decisions, its decisions send important political messages and can authorise investigations.

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