Austrian MP Andreas Minnich has called on the European Union to intensify its efforts against Iran beyond diplomatic channels, urging greater pressure to stop widespread executions, arrests, and torture. In an interview, Minnich stated that over 40,000 people were killed on January 8 and 9, with many more detained and tortured. This statement comes amid mounting tensions between Iran and Western powers, as the U.S. reimposes a naval blockade on Iran, disrupting maritime access and heightening geopolitical stakes. While the EU has consistently applied diplomatic pressure on Iran over human rights issues, Minnich’s remarks suggest a call for more decisive action.
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