TEHRAN (Reuters) - Iran plans to try in absentia 26 U.S. officials is believes violated human rights, the latest attempt to turn the tables on Western accusations about Tehran's rights record.
Iran To Try 26 U.s. Officials For Rights Abuses: Lawmaker
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Mon, 07/04/2011 - 6:24am
Topics: human rights iran middle east
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