UN committee ‚expresses concern‘ over human rights in Iran, condemns Syria

20.11.2013                      17.Kislew.5774

UNO:

UN committee 'expresses concern' over human rights in Iran, condemns Syria

Iran noted for taking "genuine measures" to safeguard rights.

A UN General Assembly committee on Tuesday condemned Syria for widespread human rights abuses and expressed concern about such violations in Iran, North Korea and Myanmar, but also welcomed pledges by Iran and Myanmar's presidents to improve some areas….