Iran sentences 5 to death over killing of paramilitary member: Report

Iran: Another 11 people, including three children, were handed lengthy jail terms over the death of Ruhollah Ajamian.

Iran has sentenced to death five people over the killing of a member of the Basij paramilitary force during nationwide protests, the judiciary said Tuesday.

Iran: An Iranian flag flutters. (Reuters)

Another 11 people, including three children, were handed lengthy jail terms over the death of Ruhollah Ajamian, judiciary spokesman Massoud Setayeshi told a news conference, adding the sentences could be appealed.