The protest held in front of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran was not authorized, APA reports, citing the press service of Armenia’s Ministry of Internal Affairs.
It was noted that public order on the premises of the diplomatic mission was ensured by police forces. The ministry stated that permission to hold a march had not been granted, therefore its organization was prohibited.
According to the information, seven people were administratively detained for failing to comply with the lawful demands of police officers during the event.
An investigation into the incident is ongoing.
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14:59
During a protest held in front of the Iranian Embassy in Armenia, police did not allow participants to march toward the Blue Mosque, APA reports, citing Azatutyun.
Protest participants stated that the rally and march had been approved by a January 15 decision of the city hall. According to them, part of the march was canceled after the Iranian ambassador’s “threats” yesterday.
In protest, the participants began a sit-in demonstration. Police demanded that the protest be stopped and warned that force and special means could be used.
The situation at the scene remains tense.
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