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UN condemns excessive force in Iran, urges restraint and restoration of communications

United Nations Spokesperson Briefing · January 12, 2026
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The UN spokesperson said the secretary‑general was "shocked by the reports of violence and excessive use of force" by Iranian authorities against protesters and urged restraint, respect for freedoms and restoring communications links to enable independent information flow.

The United Nations said the secretary‑general was "shocked by the reports of violence and excessive use of force by the Iranian authorities against protesters in multiple locations" and urged Tehran to exercise maximum restraint.

"All Iranians must be able to express their grievances peacefully and without fear of repression," the spokesperson said, adding that the rights to…

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