This Article is From Jan 10, 2023

US Demands "Immediate Cessation" After Latest Iran Death Penalty Over Protest

Iran Protests: Demanding the "immediate cessation" following the latest executions of anti-hijab protestors, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said that Iran will be held responsible for the act.

US Demands 'Immediate Cessation' After Latest Iran Death Penalty Over Protest

The White House on Monday condemned the latest executions of protesters announced by Iran.

Washington:

The White House on Monday condemned the latest executions of protesters announced by Iran and said the United States stands with other countries demanding "immediate cessation" of the death sentences.

"We condemn the executions of Mohammad Mehdi Karami & Mohammad Hosseini and the additional executions announced today," National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan tweeted, referring to two people executed Saturday, and three more death sentences announced Monday.

"We join with partners around the world calling for an immediate cessation of these abuses. Iran will be held accountable," Sullivan said.

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