Desk : A fresh controversy has erupted between former US President Donald Trump and Iran after Trump claimed that Tehran had halted the execution of eight women following his appeal. Iran, however, strongly denied the statement and called it false and misleading.
Trump said on social media that he had urged Iranian authorities to show mercy toward the women, after which the government decided to suspend the punishment. He also claimed that some of the women would be released, while others would instead face prison sentences.
Iranian officials linked to the judiciary dismissed Trump’s remarks, saying the information was incorrect. According to Iranian media reports, some of the women mentioned had already been released earlier, while the remaining cases did not involve death sentences at all. Authorities said Trump had been misinformed.
The issue has drawn international attention, with human rights groups continuing to raise concerns over Iran’s treatment of women protesters and dissidents. Trump’s comments and Iran’s denial have further intensified global discussion on the matter.
Experts believe the latest exchange of accusations could add to the already tense relationship between the United States and Iran. For now, questions remain over the truth behind Trump’s claims and Tehran’s response.