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WASHINGTON: The United States on Tuesday urged Iran to halt the reportedly imminent execution of a mother-of-two for adultery, saying the case showed a fundamental disregard by the regime for human rights."

"We condemn in the strongest terms the government of Iran's apparent plans to move forward in executing Ms Sakineh Mohammadi-Ashtiani," a White House statement said.

"We call on the government of Iran to stop this execution, and provide Ms Ashtiani with the due process and fair treatment she deserves," it said.