Britain’s ambassador to Iran has been arrested during protests outside a university in the capital city Tehran and released shortly after. the reason for his arrest: "taking pictures of protestors"
British Foreign secretary Dominic Raab condemned Iranian government's action:
"“The arrest of our ambassador in Tehran without grounds or explanation is a flagrant violation of international law.
“The Iranian government is at a crossroads moment. It can continue its march towards pariah status with all the political and economic isolation that entails, or take steps to de-escalate tensions and engage in a diplomatic path forwards.”"
there are reports of IRGC forces shooting at protestors, and videos of people chanting "we don't want Islamic Republic"
trump used this chance for posting his first Persian tweet, supporting the protestors and admiring their courage.
British Foreign secretary Dominic Raab condemned Iranian government's action:
"“The arrest of our ambassador in Tehran without grounds or explanation is a flagrant violation of international law.
“The Iranian government is at a crossroads moment. It can continue its march towards pariah status with all the political and economic isolation that entails, or take steps to de-escalate tensions and engage in a diplomatic path forwards.”"
there are reports of IRGC forces shooting at protestors, and videos of people chanting "we don't want Islamic Republic"
trump used this chance for posting his first Persian tweet, supporting the protestors and admiring their courage.
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