In Paris, the foreign ministers of the G-7 nations—Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the United States—along with the EU high representative issued a joint statement strongly condemning Iranian authorities' brutal repression of antigovernment protesters. They expressed deep alarm over the high number of reported deaths and injuries, and warned of additional restrictive measures.
On January 14, 2026, in Paris, the foreign ministers from the Group of Seven major powers—Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the United States—together with the European Union's high representative, released a joint statement denouncing the Iranian authorities' oppression of antigovernment protesters.
"We strongly oppose the intensification of the Iranian authorities’ brutal repression of the Iranian people," the statement said. It highlighted deep concern over the situation, noting, "We are deeply alarmed at the high level of reported deaths and injuries," and added, "We condemn the deliberate use of violence and the killing of protesters."
The G-7 members warned that they "remain prepared to impose additional restrictive measures if Iran continues to crack down on protests and dissent in violation of international human rights obligations." These potential penalties would build on U.N. sanctions against Tehran, which were reinstated last year.
The ministers urged, "We urge the Iranian authorities to exercise full restraint, to refrain from violence and to uphold the human rights and fundamental freedoms of Iran’s citizens."
This joint action underscores ongoing international worries about Iran's handling of domestic unrest.
(Jiji Press, January 15, 2026)
