UN Human Rights Council has condemned discrimination based on sexual orientation

The UN Human Rights Council has condemned, for the first time, discrimination based on sexual orientation. By resolution, the body strengthens the rights of gays and lesbians. Opposition came mainly from African and Arab states. It is a step toward equality for gays and lesbians: The UN Human Rights Council on Friday demanded in a resolution independent equal rights for all people of their sexual orientation.

While 23 countries voted for the resolution introduced by South Africa, spoke to 19 against. Three countries abstained. Opposition came mainly from African and Arab states. NGOs who are fighting for the rights of gays and lesbians evaluated the resolution as "historic." The resolution reaffirms that "all men are free and equal in the sack for their dignity and their rights and that everyone must benefit, without any difference of all the rights and freedoms".

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