An Iranian Christian pastor who was imprisoned for his faith now faces a death penalty after he was charged with "spreading corruption on the Earth."
Pastor Faces Death Sentence In Iran For 'Spreading Corruption On The Earth'
The pastor was sentenced to six years in prison in 2011 for professing his faith
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According to Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW), the pastor, Behnam Irani was sentenced to six years in prison in 2011 for professing his faith in the Islamized Iran – is currently held in solitary confinement while suffering severe health problems,.
CSW Chief Executive Mervyn Thomas told newsen that they are deeply concerned by the new charges.
Thomas said in a statement.
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" Jason DeMars, founder of Present Truth Ministries, told Fox News."
In Iran, the punishment for conversion away from Islam can carry the death penalty.
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