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Interim Measures in International Human Rights Treaty Bodies

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Although most human rights treaties do not explicitly mention interim measures, all major treaty bodies have developed them through practice, and they have become a powerful tool to prevent irreparable harm.

Why this is interesting

Imagine you're about to be deported to a country where you face torture. Your case hasn't been fully reviewed yet. Can an international body step in and say 'stop'?