‘Jailed or killed’: How Iran is silencing citizens as internal tensions mount
Iran is increasingly silencing its citizens as internal tensions escalate, imposing stricter regulations on communication with foreign media and institutions according to Newsnation's report. These new measures aim to criminalize contact with what the regime describes as "hostile" media outlets, particularly those from the US and Israel. Those found sharing information with such outlets risk up to two years in prison.
The regulations extend beyond media interactions, potentially impacting academic cooperation and communication with foreign institutions. An Iranian refugee who spoke to Newsnation anonymously claims the rules are designed to prevent Iranians from informing the outside world about abuses and organizing protests.
US sanctions have further exacerbated economic pressure, with the Iranian rial reaching a record low. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei warned Tehran would respond to any escalation, stating the country's hands are not tied. Iranian refugee Rayan Amiri alleges the regime seeks to imprison or assassinate critics abroad, citing the killings of Iranian exiles in Turkey as examples.
The crackdown has also targeted individuals sharing information about unrest, with the Islamic Republic's judiciary warning those sharing footage or information with "hostile states" that cause public panic could face the capital charge of "Corruption on Earth".
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