NEW YORK Two men were convicted Friday of participating in a murder-for-hire plot orchestrated by the Iranian government to assassinate a critic living in the United States, according to federal prosecutors. The men, whose names have not yet been publicly released, were found guilty after a trial in New York.
The Justice Department alleges that the Iranian government recruited individuals to carry out the assassination. The target was a vocal critic of the Iranian regime who resides in the United States. Evidence presented during the trial detailed the planning and preparation involved in the plot, including surveillance of the target and procurement of weapons.
"This conviction sends a clear message that the United States will not tolerate attempts by foreign governments to silence dissidents within our borders," said a spokesperson for the Justice Department. The two men face lengthy prison sentences. Further details about the case are expected to be released in the coming days.
Two Men Convicted in Iranian Plot to Kill US Critic
Two men have been found guilty of murder-for-hire in a case involving an Iranian government plot. Federal prosecutors announced the conviction on Friday, stating the scheme aimed to silence a U.S.-based critic. The men now face significant prison sentences for their roles in the conspiracy. The case highlights concerns about foreign governments targeting individuals within the United States.
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