Fox News - Congress Condemns Iran for Sentencing Christian Pastor to Death

By Perry Chiaramonte, FoxNews.com

Congress unanimously approved a new resolution condemning the Iranian government for sentencing to death a Christian pastor accused of renouncing Islam. . . .

Jordan Sekulow, executive director of the American Center for Law and Justice, said the lawmakers' stand sends a powerful message.

"The truly bipartisan support in the House to stand up for Pastor Youcef and demand his release is extraordinary," Sekulow said in a released statement. "Iran is violating international law with its detention and promised execution of Pastor Youcef. We're grateful that so many members of Congress -- from different political and religious backgrounds -- understand the importance of standing up for religious freedom, for human rights.". . .

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