In its International Religious Freedom Report 2010, the U.S. State Department Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor reports that during the reporting period, the Iranian government’s respect for religious freedom in the country continued to deteriorate. The government created a “threatening atmosphere for nearly all non-Shi'a religious groups, most notably for Baha'is.” Baha'is, the report says, reported arbitrary arrest and prolonged detention, expulsions from universities, and confiscation of property. Since January 1, 2010, at least 50 Bahai's have been arbitrarily arrested. The report states that , on numerous occasions, “the U.S. Department of State spokesman has addressed the situation of the Baha'i and Jewish communities in the country. The U.S. government has publicly condemned the treatment of the Baha'is in UN resolutions. The U.S. government encourages other governments to make similar statements.”