Al-Monitor - In today's Iran media review, Iranian officials have called out the United States over its response to peaceful protests.

In a role reversal, Iran�s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Abbas Mousavi issued a statement expressing support for protests taking place across the United States.

Mousavi, speaking in English, said, �To the American people, the world has heard your outcry over the State oppression; the world is standing with you.� He continued, �The American regime is pursuing violence and bullying at home and abroad. We are greatly regretful to see, along with people across the world, the [violent] incidences of US police that have recently unfolded. We deeply regret to see [that] the American people who peacefully seek respect � are suppressed indiscriminately and met [with the] utmost violence."

Mousavi added, �To the American officials and police, stop violence against your people and let them breathe.�

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