The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has ruled against Switzerland’s plan to deport I.M., a gay Iranian man, citing insufficient evaluation of the risks he faces in Iran, where homosexuality is criminalized. I.M., who sought asylum after fleeing escalating threats in his home country, contended that he could be targeted by his family or authorities. The court’s decision emphasizes a liberal interpretation of asylum law, contrasting with the Swiss authorities’ view that recognized risks were manageable. This ruling reflects ongoing tensions between human rights law and the policies of several governments tightening asylum regulations.

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