Human rights European Court reprimands Switzerland for expelling an Iranian man

The European Court of Human Rights has condemned Switzerland for wanting to expel a homosexual Iranian man. The man will receive compensation as his deportation violates the ban on inhumane treatment.

The European Court of Human Rights has condemned Switzerland for the planned expulsion of a homosexual Iranian man. The Court ruled that the deportation violated the ban on inhumane treatment and awarded the person concerned compensation of 7,000 euros.

The Iranian man had applied for asylum in Switzerland in 2019 after being mistreated by his family due to his sexual orientation. However, the State Secretariat for Migration rejected his application as it considered his accounts to be implausible. The Federal Administrative Court also confirmed this decision.

In its ruling, the court in Strasbourg stated that the man would be subjected to inhumane treatment by his family, other people or the state if he were returned to Iran. This would constitute a violation of Article 3 of the European Convention on Human Rights, which prohibits such treatment.

Background to the decision

The Iranian's case highlights the challenges faced by asylum seekers due to their sexual orientation. The European Court's decision underlines the importance of protection against inhuman treatment and the responsibility of states to ensure this protection.

Reactions and consequences

Switzerland's conviction could have an impact on future asylum procedures, particularly in cases relating to sexual orientation. Human rights organizations welcome the ruling as an important step towards safeguarding the rights of minorities. Switzerland must now rethink its asylum practices in order to avoid similar violations in the future.

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