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Dutch Protect Iranian Dissidents After Shooting
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John Pilger
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It's March 20th.
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Dutch authorities are ramping up protection for Iranian
dissidents in the Netherlands after a shooting targeted
a vocal critic of the Tehran.
Government.
The victim, a 36-year-old police officer of Iranian descent,
suffered serious injuries Thursday morning in Amsterdam.
Just as Minister David Van Wiel confirmed the heightened
measures Friday, noting the man's background has put
officials on high alert.
Police, prosecutors, and counterterrorism coordinators
are now coordinating extra security steps across the country
to safeguard similar individuals.
Investigators have not pinned down any suspects yet,
and they're exploring every possible angle,
including any potential ties to Iran.
This incident unfolds against a tense backdrop,
with Iran facing airstrikes from Israel and the United States
for almost three weeks now, shaking up.
Global energy supplies and raising risks elsewhere.
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