Iran Targets Religious Minorities with Arrests and Prison Terms
Iranian authorities have detained dozens of Baha'is and at least 50 Christians in recent months. Human rights groups report arbitrary arrests, denial of legal counsel, and lengthy prison sentences on vague charges.
thehindu.comIranian authorities have detained dozens of Baha'is in arbitrary arrests, many without charge, and denied them communication with their families or legal counsel, according to human rights groups. For Iran's Christian community, the postwar crackdown has been particularly severe, with at least 50 members detained by authorities.
An expert from Christian Solidarity Worldwide told The Jerusalem Post that Iran has increasingly targeted religious minorities, sentencing members to lengthy prison terms on vague charges.
Iranian Christians took part in the New Year prayer ceremony at a church in Tehran last January.
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Detainees face restricted access to family and legal counsel.
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