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Trump says Iran will not execute eight women after his request
AFP | April 23, 2026 2:19 AM CST

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US President Donald Trump announced Iran has stopped plans to execute eight women arrested during protests. Trump had asked Iran to release the women to aid peace talks. Iran has denied planning the executions. This development marks a significant moment in international relations. The US President expressed his appreciation for Iran's action.

Trump says Iran will not execute eight women after his request

Washington: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said Iran had halted alleged plans to execute eight women arrested over anti-government protests, after he urged Tehran to release them to help peace negotiations.


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"I very much appreciate that Iran, and its leaders, respected my request, as President of the United States, and terminated the planned execution," he said. Iran denied it planned to execute the women.


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