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Iran executes over 500 people in 2026: Rights group

In 2023, Iran has seen a grim milestone with over 500 executions, witnessing a notable increase recently. Among those executed, twenty-nine were linked to anti-government protests, including sixteen women and thirteen political activists. Former President Donald Trump has publicly called for Iran to cease these executions, labeling the situation as a crisis. The world's focus has shifted to other conflicts, enabling the continuation of these executions.

27 Aug 2026 8:11 pm