Europe Condemns Iran Over Protest Deaths

The governments of the United Kingdom, France, and Germany have issued a joint statement strongly condemning the killing of protesters in Iran. The three European nations said they are "deeply concerned" by reports of violence used by Iranian security forces against civilians. The statement did not provide specific details of the incidents. It represents a formal diplomatic rebuke from three major Western powers. Tensions have been high in Iran following widespread demonstrations. The European statement calls for an end to the violence and for the protection of human rights.