United Nations Assembly Suspends Russia From Top Human Rights Body

The UN General Assembly voted to remove Russia from the Human Rights Council due to alleged human rights violations in Ukraine. The vote was 93 in favor, 24 against, with 56 abstentions. Countries like Mexico and South Africa abstained, while nations such as China, Cuba, and Iran defended Russia, citing political bias. Russia's influence at the UN is mixed, with some countries in Africa and Southeast Asia choosing not to engage in the conflict between Russia and Western nations.

What was the outcome of the UN General Assembly vote regarding Russia's membership in the Human Rights Council?

• Russia voluntarily stepped down from the Council.

• The vote was postponed due to lack of consensus.

• Russia retained its membership with 93 votes against.

• Russia was removed with 93 votes in favor.

Which countries chose to abstain from the vote on Russia's removal from the Human Rights Council?

• India and Japan

• Germany and France

• United States and Canada

• Mexico and South Africa

Who led the initiative to remove Russia from the UN Human Rights Council?

• Angela Merkel

• Vladimir Putin

• Linda Thomas Greenfield

• António Guterres

Which of the following countries defended Russia, claiming the resolution was politically motivated?

• Australia and New Zealand

• Brazil and Argentina

• United Kingdom and France

• Cuba and China

What was the main argument of the countries defending Russia's position in the UN?

• The UN had no authority to remove members.

• The vote was not conducted fairly.

• Russia had already addressed the human rights concerns.

• The resolution was politically driven and unhelpful for peace.