Iran: US annual report destructive and exaggerated

EghtesadOnline: Iran said that the US State Department annual report on freedom of religions in Iran is an exaggerated report and a destructive move.

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14 August 2016

“The Islamic Republic of Iran has recognized rights of religious minorities based on its Constitution. All Iranian citizens are equal in terms of using basic rights based on the law,” said Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi.

He said that the recent UN report had already raised concerns about extensive violation of Muslims’ rights in the US, according to ILNA.

The Iranian official recommended the US to pay attention on blatant violation of Muslims’ rights in the country instead of focusing on other countries.

He reiterated that the US needs to end violation of rights of religious minorities, especially Muslims and comply with its human rights commitments.