Iran Execution: Germany Summons Iranian Ambassador, Demands Explanation

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock Strongly Condemns Execution

Following the execution of a German-Iranian national in Iran on Saturday, January 7, 2023, Germany has summoned the Iranian ambassador to demand an explanation.

The execution has been strongly condemned by German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, who called it "a cruel and inhuman act." Baerbock further stated that the execution was politically motivated and served no purpose other than to intimidate the Iranian people.

Background of Execution

The executed individual, identified as Jamshid Sharmahd, was a 67-year-old Iranian-German citizen who had been living in the United States.

Sharmahd was accused of leading a terrorist group that carried out a deadly bombing in Iran in 2008, which resulted in the death of 14 people.

However, Sharmahd's family and supporters maintain that he was innocent and that his confession was coerced under torture.

International Condemnation

The execution has drawn widespread condemnation from international organizations and human rights groups, who have criticized Iran's disregard for due process and the arbitrary nature of the trial.

The United States has condemned the execution as "barbaric," while the European Union has called it "a grave violation of human rights."

Germany's Response

In response to the execution, Germany has summoned the Iranian ambassador to demand an explanation and to express its strong condemnation.

Foreign Minister Baerbock has stated that Germany will continue to advocate for the release of all political prisoners in Iran and to work towards improving the human rights situation in the country.

Conclusion

The execution of Jamshid Sharmahd has been met with widespread international condemnation and has further strained diplomatic relations between Germany and Iran.

Germany's summoning of the Iranian ambassador and its continued advocacy for human rights in Iran indicate that the country will not tolerate such violations and will continue to pressure Iran to improve its human rights record.