US strongly condemns execution of two men in Iran

WASHINGTON, Jan 7 (KUNA) -- The US strongly condemned Saturday the execution of two men in Iran for allegedly killing a member of the paramilitary force during protests.
"We condemn Iran's sham trials and execution of Mohammad Mehdi Karami and Mohammad Hosseini in the strongest terms," State Department Spokesperson tweeted.
He added that "these executions are a key component of the regime's effort to suppress protests".
"We continue to work with partners to pursue accountability for Iran's brutal crackdown," he stressed. (end) si.ibi