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Repression of the Iranian freedom movement condemned by the EU in January 2026

The Iranian repression and loss of civilian lives condemned in the EU's January 2026 statements.

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Events and statements, in date order.

Von der Leyen
European Union
Jan 11, 2026, 04:21 PM
Direct quote
“Europe stands with the people of Iran in their legitimate fight for freedom.”
Von der Leyen notes repression intensifies and innocent lives continue to be lost and states Europe stands with the people of Iran in fighting for freedom.
Source excerpt
As the repression intensifies, and the loss of innocent lives continue, we are monitoring the situation carefully. Europe stands with the people of Iran in their legitimate fight for freedom.
On standing with the people of Iran.
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Von der Leyen
European Union
Jan 13, 2026, 12:05 PM
Direct quote
“I unequivocally condemn the excessive use of force and continued restriction of freedom.”
Von der Leyen condemns the excessive use of force and continued restriction of freedom and notes the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is listed under human rights sanctions.
Source excerpt
The rising number of casualties in Iran is horrifying. I unequivocally condemn the excessive use of force and continued restriction of freedom. The European Union has already listed the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in its entirety under its human rights sanctions regime.
On rising casualties and restrictions in Iran.
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