Weekly report on Human Rights Violation in Iranو 19 May 2019

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Weekly report on Human Rights Violation in Iran

19 May 2019

International Condemnation of Violation of Human Rights in Iran
British Council comments on reports of Iranian colleague's alleged
sentencing
Tuesday 14 May 2019
https://www.britishcouncil.org/contact/press/iran-statement-chief-executive-british-council-
sir-ciaran-devane
Sir Ciaran Devane, Chief Executive, British Council: “Further to yesterday’s media reports, it
sadly seems likely that our colleague Aras Amiri is the Iranian national who has allegedly
been sentenced by Iranian authorities. We are dismayed by this reported sentence and are
profoundly concerned for Aras’ safety and wellbeing, which has been our absolute priority
throughout her detention since early 2018. We firmly refute the accusation levied against her.
We believe that it is especially important to build mutual understanding between peoples and
nations through education and culture, particularly where normal bilateral relationships
struggle to flourish.”
“Aras has been employed for five years in London to help greater appreciation of Iranian
culture in the UK, for example supporting translations of Iranian books into English. The
British Council does not do any work in Iran and Aras did not travel to Iran for work. We will
remain in close contact with the Foreign and Commonwealth Office."
About the British Council
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