Iran has been pressing ahead with arrests following a wave of protests, according to local media and monitors, as the country faces international pressure over a crackdown rights groups said led to thousands of deaths under the cover of ongoing internet restrictions.
Iranian state media continues to regularly report arrests of people it says were part of a “terrorist operation” spurred by Tehran’s arch foes Israel and the United States.
State television said on Tuesday that 73 people had been arrested for “American-Zionist sedition” in central Isfahan, though the nationwide figure remains unclear.
Iran has faced increased international isolation over the crackdown.
The World Economic Forum cancelled Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi’s appearance set for Tuesday at the Davos summit in Switzerland, saying it would not be “right”. (AFP)
