Global Response to Quran Burning: UN Motion and Muslim States Demand Action

The United Nations Human Rights Council has passed a resolution on religious hatred and bigotry following a Quran-burning incident in Sweden. The motion was opposed by the United States and the European Union, who cited conflicts with their positions on human rights and freedom of expression. Pakistan and other Organisation of Islamic Cooperation countries secured an urgent debate at the UNHRC, expressing concerns over the incident. The resolution called on countries to impede the prevention and prosecution of acts and advocacy of religious hatred. The voting results showed a division among nations, with some supporting the resolution, some opposing it, and others abstaining.