Erfan Soltani
Erfan Soltani, a 26-year-old Iranian protester, has garnered international attention as he faces imminent execution amidst a brutal crackdown on anti-regime demonstrations in Iran. Arrested during protests in Karaj, he has reportedly been sentenced to death for 'waging war against God,' a charge that carries severe penalties under Iranian law. Human rights organizations, including Iran Human Rights (IHRNGO) and the National Union for Democracy in Iran (NUFD), have condemned the government's actions, highlighting Soltani's situation as emblematic of the regime's violent repression of dissent and calling for global intervention to save his life.
Born on Jan 01, 1997 (29 years old)
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United States:
Erfan Soltani was released on bail following fears of execution after being detained during anti-government protests in Iran.
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Paraguay:
Erfan Soltani's fate drew international attention after the U.S. claimed he would be executed.
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United Kingdom:
Erfan Soltani is an Iranian protester who was released on bail.
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Romania:
Erfan Soltani is a 26-year-old Iranian who became a symbol of repression in Iran following protests in January.
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France:
Erfan Soltani became the face of the widespread protest movement in Iran and was released on bail after being arrested during the demonstrations.
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Sweden:
Erfan Soltani has been released.
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United States:
Erfan Soltani is a detained Iranian protester whose execution did not take place as feared and is reported to be in good physical health.
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Montenegro:
Erfan Soltani was the first Iranian protester sentenced to death since the unrest began.
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Romania:
Erfan Soltani was widely considered to be facing imminent execution, raising international alarm.
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United Kingdom:
Erfan Soltani was the first Iranian protester sentenced to death since the unrest began.
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