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<p>We have repeatedly expressed our concerns to the Government of Iran at the ongoing
incarceration, and the shocking sentencing of Christians for practicing their faith.
We welcome the recent release of Pastor Yousef Nadarkhani following his unjust imprisonment,
and urge the Iranian authorities to release anyone currently detained based upon their
religion or belief.</p><p>While Christian minorities are formally protected in the
constitution of Iran, the reality is that many non-Muslims face discrimination. We
regularly call upon Iran to cease harassment of all religious minorities and to fulfil
its international and domestic obligations to protect freedom of religion or belief.
Defending persecuted Christians, and persecuted individuals of all faiths or beliefs,
remains a priority for the British Government. We will continue to take action, both
bilaterally and with the international community, to press Iran to improve its poor
human rights record.</p><p></p>
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