Uzbekistan and Allies Reject Glorification of Nazis at UN Session

Uzbekistan and five allied countries condemned attempts to glorify Nazis at the UN Human Rights Council. The statement highlighted the historical accountability of Nazi war crimes and rejected equal blame for World War II. They called for unity against nationalism and discrimination, pledging to actively safeguard historical memory going forward.

Uzbekistan, along with Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, and Tajikistan, condemned the glorification of Nazis in a joint statement at the 58th session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva. This condemnation precedes the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II and reflects a collective stance against fascism.

In a statement delivered by Russian representative Yevgeny Ustinov, the countries emphasized that glorifying Nazis and their supporters is entirely unacceptable. They cited the Nuremberg Tribunal’s recognition of Nazi actions as crimes, indicating that the mass murder of civilians and the spread of chauvinistic ideology qualify as genocide against Soviet peoples.

The joint statement also denounced attempts to equally assign blame between the Soviet Union and Nazi Germany, arguing that such claims disrespect the memories of those who perished during the war. They affirmed their commitment to preserving the historical truth about the collective victory over Nazism.

Further, the delegations highlighted the necessity to combat manifestations of nationalism and discrimination. They called for a united effort against these threats to uphold peace and stability. The session at the UN Human Rights Council serves as a significant measure in maintaining historical memory and preventing the resurgence of fascism. The participating countries pledged continued proactive efforts in this regard.

The joint statement by Uzbekistan and five other countries marks a pivotal moment in their collective rejection of Nazi glorification and any distortion of World War II history. Their emphasis on shared responsibility in combating nationalism aims to ensure that the sacrifices made during the war are not forgotten, while fostering unity against future threats of extremism.

Original Source: zamin.uz