Iran Challenges Canada's State Immunity at UN's Top Court
Iran has filed a legal case against Canada at the International Court of Justice, accusing it of breaching Tehran's state immunity by falsely designating the country as a sponsor of terrorism. Iran is seeking compensation and wants the court to compel Canada to stop violating its immunities as a sovereign state. The violations allegedly began in 2012 when Canada listed Iran as a terror sponsor and seized Iranian government property. Iran also criticized Canada for its alleged human rights violations and support for US foreign policies.