The United States Federal Trade Commission announces that they will sue in an attempt to block Microsoft's pending acquisition of Activision Blizzard, citing concerns that the deal would give Microsoft too much control over certain parts of the gaming industry. (The Verge)
Iran announces the first known execution of a prisoner arrested in connection with the protests. The man was found guilty of "waging war against God" after being accused of blocking a street and attacking a security forces member with a machete. (Time)