Australia, Canada and the European Union condemned the killing of anti-government protesters in Iran, praising citizens for defending their rights. Protests that began over economic distress have spread nationwide, with rights groups reporting dozens killed and thousands detained. The statement comes as nationwide unrest enters its third week, with reports of growing casualties and widespread communication restrictions. The unrest, which started as demonstrations over economic hardship, has steadily evolved into broader protests challenging Iran’s political leadership. In their joint statement, the foreign ministers of Australia, Canada and the European Union applauded the resilience of protesters while strongly criticising the Iranian state’s response.

Source: dna January 10, 2026 07:28 UTC