Iran seizes assets of dissidents and journalists as protest arrests mount
Euronews reports that Iranian authorities have frozen accounts and confiscated property belonging to 240 dissidents and journalists amidst ongoing protest arrests.
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According to Euronews, the Iranian judiciary has frozen 182 bank accounts and confiscated property belonging to journalists, activists and public figures. Those targeted are accused of acting in favour of hostile governments.
The asset seizures coincide with protest-related arrests surpassing 6,000. Additionally, Tehran has executed at least 532 people since January, a figure that includes 29 individuals linked to the protests.
Source: Euronews. Read the original report ↗
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This brief is based on reporting by Euronews.