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Dec 8 • 4 tweets • 3 min read

#BREAKING US calls Iran execution over protests 'grim escalation'

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Iran carried out its first known execution Thursday over the protests that have shaken the regime since September, sparking an international outcry and warnings from rights groups that more hangings are imminent
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#BREAKING Germany summons Iran envoy after execution over protests: diplomatic source

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