Iran briefly detains Mahsa Amini’s father, warns him towards marking her demise

Iranian safety forces launched Mahsa Amini’s father on Saturday after briefly detaining and warning him towards marking the anniversary of her demise, a human rights group stated.

“Security forces detained Amjad Amini today and returned him to his house after threatening him against marking his daughter’s death anniversary,” the Kurdistan Human Rights community stated.

Mahsa Amini’s demise in police custody a yr in the past unleashed months of anti-government protests that spiralled into the largest present of opposition to the authorities in years.

Iranian officers weren’t instantly reachable by Reuters for remark.

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Sep 16, 2023