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International Outcry as Iran Targets Athlete Protesters

1/29/2026

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Iran faces international condemnation as it seeks to execute Saleh Mohammadi, a 19-year-old wrestler, for protesting.
The U.S. State Department has urged Tehran to halt the execution amid the crackdown on athletes.
Activists report more than 30 athletes killed in protests.
Olympic wrestler Alireza Nejati was arrested after posting a message on social media.
Human rights advocates urge the International Olympic Committee to suspend Iran from competitions.

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Iran faces international condemnation as it seeks to execute Saleh Mohammadi, a 19-year-old wrestler, for protesting.
The U.S. State Department has urged Tehran to halt the execution amid the crackdown on athletes.
Activists report more than 30 athletes killed in protests.
Olympic wrestler Alireza Nejati was arrested after posting a message on social media.
Human rights advocates urge the International Olympic Committee to suspend Iran from competitions.