Saudi Arabia bids for UN human rights spot, as it breaks annual execution record _ r_nottheonion
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This Reddit thread from the "r/nottheonion" subreddit discusses the news of Saudi Arabia's bid for a seat on the UN Human Rights Council, a move deemed ironic and hypocritical by many commenters given the country's poor human rights record, which includes a high number of executions. The thread highlights the absurdity of this situation, drawing comparisons to satire and noting how current events often mirror humorous scenarios. Many commenters discuss the hypocrisy of other countries, including the US, in light of Saudi Arabia's human rights violations, leading to a debate on international relations and the effectiveness of the UN.