New Delhi, April 22 -- US President Donald Trump has called for the release of eight women awaiting execution in Iran for participating in the January 2026 protests, and said their release would be a ''great start to peace negotiations.''Trump framed his request as a diplomatic gesture ahead of any planned peace negotiations. His appeal came a day before he announced unilateral extension of ceasefire with Iran.
''To the Iranian leaders, who will soon be in negotiations with my representatives: I would greatly appreciate the release of these women. I am sure they will respect the fact that you did so. Please do them no harm! Would be a great start to our negotiations,'' Trump said on his social media platform.
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