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46 States Condemn Iran's Rising Use of Death Penalty at UN
Original: 46 States Condemn Iran’s Escalating Use of the Death Penalty at UN Human Rights Council
A group of 46 states has formally condemned Iran's escalating use of the death penalty during a session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva. The joint statement criticises a sharp rise in executions, with rights groups reporting figures far higher than previous years. Activists say the condemnation puts diplomatic pressure on Tehran, though Iran has historically rejected such criticism as interference in its sovereignty.
Why now: Iran has executed a sharply rising number of people this year, drawing international outrage and coordinated diplomatic action.
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