28 May 2018 - NPWJ News Digest on Middle East and North Africa Democracy

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Iran says security forces to clamp-down on protests
by Middle East Monitor, 27 May 2018

Iranian security forces will “resolutely confront” unrest that could be exploited by the United States and other enemies, a judiciary spokesman said on Sunday, after a wave of protests across the country mainly about economic issues.
The likely return of US economic sanctions after Washington withdrew from an Iranian nuclear deal with world powers has triggered labour unrest and protests in Iran in the past few weeks by various groups, including teachers and truckers.

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Turkey condemns decision to allow pro-Kurdish party rally in Germany
by Middle East Monitor , 27 May 2018

The Turkish Foreign Ministry on Saturday condemned as a “double standard” a decision by Germany to allow a rally by the pro-Kurdish opposition HDP party in Cologne, having previously prevented ruling party politicians from campaigning there.

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