Austrian pres. congratulates Iran’s 'mass murderer,' sparks disgust

Austrian President and independent politician Alexander Van der Bellen congratulated Iran's incoming President Ebrahim Raisi on Thursday and was met with harsh criticism by Iranian dissidents.

Iranian Presidential candidate Ebrahim Raisi speaks during a campaign meeting at the Mosalla mosque in Tehran, Iran

Iranian Presidential candidate Ebrahim Raisi speaks during a campaign meeting at the Mosalla mosque in Tehran, Iran

(photo credit: REUTERS)

ByBENJAMIN WEINTHAL

JUNE 27, 2021 02:42

Updated: JUNE 27, 2021 02:43