Pezeshkian's Reaction to the Lahijan Incident Is Not Promotional

The incident that occurred in Lahijan is very unfortunate and terrifying. If it had happened in England or the United States, the Islamic Republic's media would have definitely reported on it. Unfortunately, there has been no reaction regarding this bitter event.

Mr. Pezeshkian's follow-up and his order to the Ministry of Interior to send a delegation to Lahijan for direct investigation are very encouraging.

The important thing is that the President's reaction is not merely for publicity; it is very serious. When Mr. Pezeshkian responds to something that has affected public opinion and sends a delegation to investigate the matter, it means that there will definitely be a follow-up question: What happened to the report from that delegation? When the President explicitly states his position, it indicates that it will be subject to media and public scrutiny.

This approach will ensure that those in the police and judiciary understand that the country is not without oversight and that they cannot behave however they wish with the people. They cannot treat a detained individual however they please, as the actions of law enforcement officers must comply with the law and the powers defined by it.

We hope such incidents, where five police officers beat someone to the point of death, do not happen in Iran or any other country. However, it is encouraging that the President is not indifferent to these issues.

If this incident had occurred during Mr. Rouhani's or the late Mr. Raeisi's time, there would have been no reaction. But Dr. Pezeshkian immediately responded./Chand saniyeh