Saudi Arabia dealt a blow in its failed UNHCR entry bid
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Saudi Arabia failed in its bid to become a member of the United Nations Human Rights Council.
Human Rights groups hailed the snub to Riyadh, which deals a blow to the Kingdom's attempt to improve its image in the international community.
China and Russia were elected to the three year terms.
Fifteen positions were up for grabs on the 47-seat body that has been criticised by rights organisations for electing countries accused of human rights violations.
On line from Moscow is International Relations Expert, Mark Sleboda.
Human Rights groups hailed the snub to Riyadh, which deals a blow to the Kingdom's attempt to improve its image in the international community.
China and Russia were elected to the three year terms.
Fifteen positions were up for grabs on the 47-seat body that has been criticised by rights organisations for electing countries accused of human rights violations.
On line from Moscow is International Relations Expert, Mark Sleboda.