The European Union strongly condemns the execution of Alireza Akbari

The European Union strongly condemns the execution of Alireza Akbari.

The European Union strongly condemns the execution of Alireza Akbari, a former diplomat of the Islamic Republic and a dual British-Iranian citizen, and once again reiterates its strong opposition to the imposition of the death penalty under any circumstances.

In a statement released today, January 15th, the European Union also expresses solidarity with Mr. Akbari’s family and declares its full support for Britain.

The statement also states that the death penalty is a violation of the fundamental right to life, as referred to in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and is the ultimate cruel and inhumane punishment.

The European Union also calls on Iran to refrain from any future executions and to pursue a consistent policy towards abolishing the death penalty. The execution of Alireza Akbari has been met with reactions from several countries.