Widespread advocacy of hatred based on religion or belief is among the key drivers of polarisation and conflict around the world, and must be addressed comprehensively, a UN expert said today. “Expressions of hatred based on religion or belief are, in themselves, a serious issue to which States must be sensitive, and respond to in a holistic manner. Such hatred is indicative of a broader social reality – that of disdain and discrimination towards a religion or belief group – which may have deep socio-political and historical roots,” said Nazila…
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Source: Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR). Originally published 05 March 2024. This page reproduces only a short excerpt; the complete text remains on the official source website.