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Germany Condemns Execution of Jamshid Sharmahd

Published: 2024-10-29

The execution of Jamshid Sharmahd, a German-Iranian activist, by Iran has sparked international outrage.

Germany's Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock have condemned the act, calling it a scandal and promising severe consequences.

Iran, however, has dismissed the criticism, accusing Germany of supporting terrorism.

Sharmahd's family, particularly his daughter Gazelle, is demanding evidence of his death and severe punishment for those responsible.

The execution has further strained relations between Berlin and Tehran, with calls for diplomatic actions against Iran.

The case highlights ongoing tensions over human rights and political freedoms in Iran.