Iran executes two men over alleged Israel links during protests
Iran has executed two men, Mohammad-Amin Biglari and Shahin Vahedparast, after convicting them of acting on behalf of Israel and the United States during anti-government protests. The judiciary stated that their executions followed confirmation of the verdict by the Supreme Court. The protests, which began over rising living costs, escalated into nationwide demonstrations. Iranian authorities have linked the unrest to foreign influence and have carried out several executions related to the protests.
What we know
- Mohammad-Amin Biglari and Shahin Vahedparast were hanged after their verdicts were confirmed by the Supreme Court.
- The protests started in late December over economic issues and peaked on January 8 and 9.
- Iranian authorities described the demonstrations as “foreign-instigated riots” involving violence and vandalism.
- Multiple executions have taken place recently, including members of the banned People’s Mujahedin (MEK).
- The US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) reported over 7,000 deaths during the unrest, mostly protesters.
