Iran Human Rights Violations 2023-07-18
2023-07-18
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The UK's diplomatic actions to address human rights issues in Iran are under scrutiny.
What diplomatic steps he is taking to tackle human rights violations in Iran. The Minister detailed Iran's dire human rights record, but what specific diplomatic measures have been implemented?
We detailed Iran's dire human rights record in the FCDO's annual report. The UK is at the forefront of holding Iran to account. At the United Nations Human Rights Council, we have worked with partners to establish a UN fact-finding mission. We have announced over 80 human rights sanctions since the start of the process and raise human rights with Iran at all appropriate opportunities.
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Specific diplomatic steps other than general statements and sanctions
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Concerns over the excessive use of force by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps against female protesters in Iran, with reinstatement of morality police patrols.
I am sure the Minister will share my concern at the excessive use of force and violence by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps against those women who are protesting. This week's news that the morality police are reinstating the hijab patrols illustrates the need for possible protections for those women. Has the Minister had any conversations with the Home Office about a potential visa scheme for those women and girls who have been instrumental in the protests, who may need to flee Iran?
These are very important and concerning issues. For decades, the morality police have used the threat of detention and violence to control what women wear and how they behave in public. The UK sanctioned the morality police in its entirety in October 2022. It is intolerable that that institution still exists in 2023. We will continue to focus on that.
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Potential visa scheme for Iranian women protesters
Focusing On Existing Sanctions And Threats Instead Of Discussing A Potential Protection Measure
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