Family of Iranian twins sentenced to death and decades in jail ask UN for help
Taraneh and Romina Rahimi were charged with ‘waging war against God’ after joining protests against Tehran regime
TL;DR
- Twins Taraneh and Romina Rahimi have been sentenced to death and 25 years in prison for protesting the Iranian regime.
- Their family has submitted a formal appeal to the United Nations through British human rights lawyers.
- The sisters were arrested eight months ago by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and charged with 'waging war against God' for joining protests in Isfahan.
- Concerns have been raised about Taraneh's execution potentially being fast-tracked and alleged threats and torture in Dowlatabad prison.
- The family is seeking a fair process, protection from torture, and medical care for the sisters.