Iran’s judiciary vows action against ‘enemy’s mercenaries’ amid executions
Summary
Iran’s judiciary has said it will continue strong actions against people it accuses of working for foreign powers. Recently, Iran executed several men linked to protests and charged them with spying and violent acts. These actions are connected to nationwide protests and a broader conflict involving the U.S. and Israel.Key Facts
- Iran’s judiciary vows to act firmly against those it calls "enemies’ mercenaries."
- Three men were executed after being arrested during protests in Mashhad in January.
- The men were accused of being agents of Israeli intelligence (Mossad) and leading riots.
- Executions increased after the start of the conflict between the U.S.-Israel and Iran in late February.
- Iran says trials are legal and approved by judges, but critics say trials are unfair.
- Charges often include “moharebeh,” meaning “waging war against God,” which can lead to the death penalty.
- Human rights groups report a large rise in executions in 2025 and 2026, the highest since 1989.
- Iranian authorities have also seized private assets from people seen as opposing the government.
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