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Iran war increases threat to Sweden, security service says - Reuters

trump-considers-draft-for-iran-war-amid-energy-crisis.html" class="story-link" title="Trump hasn’t ruled out a draft for war with Iran — but is conscription constitut">Iran has executed several protesters, including a Swedish citizen and a member of Iran's National Wrestling Team. Sweden's security service has warned that Iran poses an increased threat to Swedish security. The executions are part of Iran's ongoing crackdown on protesters from the 2022 demonstrations.

The executions represent a significant escalation in trump-considers-draft-for-iran-war-amid-energy-crisis.html" class="story-link" title="Trump hasn’t ruled out a draft for war with Iran — but is conscription constitut">Iran's response to internal dissent and have created a serious diplomatic crisis with Sweden. The involvement of athletes and foreign nationals has drawn international attention to Iran's handling of protesters.
International observers say

The executions represent a clear escalation in Iran's crackdown on dissent and violation of international norms. The targeting of foreign nationals and prominent figures like athletes demonstrates the regime's willingness to use extreme measures against perceived opposition.

Iranian authorities say

The executed individuals were involved in serious crimes against state security during the protests. Iran maintains its right to enforce its laws and protect national security according to its judicial system.