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Iranian Dissident Murder Plot: US Troops Killed, Hells Angels Hired, UK Imposes Sanctions

Federal prosecutors have charged the leader of an Iranian criminal network and two Canadian nationals, including a member of the Hells Angels Motorcycle Club, with plotting to murder two Iranian dissidents living in Maryland. The defendants allegedly planned the murders through encrypted messaging and discussed pricing and logistics for the killings. The Treasury Department also took action against the criminal network, which it said targets Iranian dissidents and opposition activists for kidnapping and assassination at the direction of the Iranian regime.

via CNN|

#crime-and-justice #criminal-network #federal-prosecutors

international-affairs2 years ago•9 min saved

Iranian Dissidents Speak Out: Abductions and Assassination Attempts Exposed

Iranian dissidents, including former American government officials, are facing abductions and assassination attempts by Iran's regime. Tehran is hiring hitmen around the world to intimidate and eliminate perceived enemies. The threats have been deemed credible, leading to round-the-clock protection for targeted individuals. Iran's efforts are becoming more frequent and bolder, often targeting vocal Iranian activists living abroad. The regime uses proxies, including criminals, to carry out their operations, providing deniability. The international community, particularly the United States, is urged to address these acts of aggression, which are seen as acts of war.

via CBS News|

#assassination-attempts #international-affairs #iran

international-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

Iranian Dissident Groups in North Iraq to be Disarmed and Relocated under Tehran-Baghdad Deal

Iran and Iraq have reached an agreement to disarm and relocate Iranian Kurdish dissident groups based in northern Iraq. The Iraqi government has agreed to disarm the armed groups by September 19 and transfer them to designated camps within the Iraqi Kurdish region. The presence of these groups has strained relations between the two countries, and the relocation aims to improve ties. The exact location of the camps has not been disclosed, but the militants will be disarmed and provided with a place to live.

via Military.com|

#disarmament #international-relations #iran

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Iran and Iraq Strike Deal to Disarm and Relocate Kurdish Rebels in North Iraq

Iran and Iraq have reached an agreement to disarm and relocate Iranian Kurdish dissident groups based in northern Iraq. The Iraqi government has agreed to disarm the armed groups by September 19 and transfer them to camps designated by the Iraqi government. The presence of these groups has strained relations between the two countries. The disarmed militants will be relocated within the Iraqi Kurdish region and will live in camps without arms. The agreement also includes deploying border guards to prevent infiltration and handing over wanted suspects to Iran.

via Yahoo News|

#disarmament #international-relations #iran