Iran judiciary chief calls for tough action against unrest
Iran’s Judiciary Chief Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei said on Monday authorities should not show leniency toward people involved in unrest, calling for firm action to protect public security.
“We should not remain silent in the face of those who seek to exploit the situation and disrupt the security and calm of the people,” he said. “There can be no tolerance toward rioters. This time there will be no leniency,” he added, referring to what he said was open support for protesters by Israel and the United States.
Mohseni Ejei said prosecutors across the country should pursue those detained over unrest, including people accused of assisting protesters, with the help of security and intelligence forces. He also called for the identification and action against what he described as main organizers, saying some may not appear on the streets.
