Iran summons German ambassador after condemning execution of wrestler Navid Afkari
Iran's foreign ministry on Monday summoned Germany's ambassador over tweets condemning the execution of a wrestler, accused of murdering a man during a wave of anti-government protests in 2018.
The ministry "strongly condemned" the tweets and told German envoy Hans-Udo Muzel that the reaction was considered to be an "interference in the internal affairs" of Iran, according to an official statement.
For all the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app
Iran executed Navid Afkari over his alleged stabbing of a guard during anti-government protests.
The move has been widely condemned, with the European Union voicing its concern on Monday.
Read more:
Iran’s execution of wrestler Navid Afkari sparks outcry on social media
EU condemns Iran’s execution of wrestler Navid Afkari
Pompeo condemns ‘vicious’ execution of Iran wrestler Navid Afkari
Also Read
-
EU condemns Iran’s execution of wrestler Navid Afkari
The European Union on Monday added its voice to an international outcry over the execution of Iranian wrestler Navid Afkari, saying the death penalty ... Middle East -
Pompeo condemns ‘vicious’ execution of Iran wrestler Navid Afkari
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Saturday condemned the “vicious” execution of a wrestler in Iran, joining a chorus of shock and censure - ... Middle East -
Iran’s execution of wrestler Navid Afkari sparks outcry on social media
Iran executed champion wrestler Navid Afkari on Saturday despite widespread pleas to spare him, prompting angry reactions from Iranians at home and ... Features
