Canada imposes sanctions against two individuals for their participation in the violent repression of Iranian women.
Canada has sanctioned two Iranian oficials for their role in violent repression of women and girls.
Masoud Dorosti, the Chief Executive of the Tehran metro system was sanctioned for his enforcement of the mandatory hijab law on public transit.
A senior parliamentarian in the Majlis, Zohre Elahian, is also sanctioned, for supporting the death penalty for protesters involved in the “Women, Life, Freedom” movement.
“The Iranian regime and its supporters’ continued use of cruel and violent tactics against any demonstration of liberty of choices… Our message is clear: this must end.” Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs
