'Sentenced to death within days': Who is Erfan Soltani, Iranian protester reportedly facing execution?
Summary
Erfan Soltani, a 26-year-old man in Iran, was sentenced to death after being arrested in connection with protests. His family and a human rights group say he faces execution soon, but Iranian authorities have not confirmed this. Internet restrictions in Iran make it hard to get information about his and similar cases.Key Facts
- Erfan Soltani was arrested last Thursday in Fardis, Iran.
- He was sentenced to death shortly after his arrest.
- Iranian authorities have not publicly commented on his case.
- An internet blackout in Iran makes it difficult to gather more information.
- President Trump has vowed "very strong action" if Iran executes protesters.
- Human Rights organizations report many protestors have been arrested and some killed.
- Iran's judiciary plans to hold open trials for some protestors, but details are sparse.
- Soltani's family was told they might meet him before his execution, which has not yet happened.
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