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Widespread arrests in southern Iran |
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Sunday, 15 April 2007 |
NCRI - On the anniversary of suppression of Arab-speaking residents of
Khuzistan province in southern Iran, Revolutionary Guards arrested many
residents of Ahwaz (capital of the province). The arrests took place in
Hamidieh region. During the past two days, more than 150 people, mostly
youth have been arrested. It has been reported that the arrests will
continue until April 15. The Arab-speaking residents planned for a
demonstration on April 15 to protest against these arrests.
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