Iran executes two men over January protests
Summary
Iran has executed two men for attempting to access military weapons during January protests amid a crackdown. Amnesty International reports several others face similar death sentences under unfair trials and torture.
Key Points
- Iran executed two men convicted of entering military facilities and attempting to access weapons during January protests.
- The two convicted are Mohammadamin Biglari and Shahin Wahadparast, with sentences upheld by Iran's Supreme Court.
- Amnesty International reports four individuals face the death penalty in similar cases and 11 others are at imminent risk of execution.
- Iran recently executed 18-year-old Amirhossein Hatami, convicted in the same protests, amid allegations of unfair trials and torture.
