# Iran executions surge and international condemnation grows > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/iranlinked-espionage-alleged-attacks-and-diplomatic-tensions-spread-across-europe > Updated: 2026-09-09T14:13:05.000Z. Sources: 416. Developments: 100. The wave of executions in Iran intensified through August 2026, marked by a crackdown on alleged espionage and continued repression of protesters. Recent executions include Mohammad (Cherag) Afroukhteh, Ghaem (Arian) Hosseini, and Mazid Antineh. Other recent deaths include Hamed Jahani Kalesar and Ehsan Shahvand. On August 1, 20-year-old Arvin Kheirkhah was executed, followed by Shahram Sadeghi on August 16 and Majid Adineh on August 23. By the end of August, the Iran Human Rights Club reported at least 72 prisoners, including three women, were executed during the month. Additional executions were reported in Rasht and Tabriz involving drug and murder charges, while Yousef Bavi was executed in Ahvaz following a murder conviction. In early September, Abbas Mardani and Mansour Rahiminejad were executed in Qom for drug-related offenses. New reports from early September indicate a significant escalation in the scale of the crackdown. HRANA reported that 78 people were executed in August, including five women, with charges ranging from murder to security-related crimes. Notably, Ghaem Hosseini and Shahram Sadeghi were hanged in connection with January 2026 protests. Iran HRM documented an even higher figure of 92 executions, claiming 85 were carried out secretly without official announcement, involving women, juvenile offenders, and ethnic minorities. Judicial pressure on protesters has escalated significantly. In Isfahan, sixteen political defendants received death sentences and a combined 215 years of imprisonment. This includes 20-year-old Taraneh Rahimi, who was sentenced to death alongside nine men for incidents in an Isfahan square. In the ‘Alikhani Square’ case, the judiciary rejected a retrial request for Alireza Sepahi, who had previously suffered a stroke while awaiting execution. In Tehran, Bita Ali-Hemati faces a death sentence and five years of imprisonment following a retrial for charges of assembly and collusion against national security. ## Claims - Romina Rahimi was sentenced to 25 years in prison. (disputed by 21 sources) - Romina, the sister of Taraneh Rahimi, received a prison sentence of up to 36 years. (disputed by 16 sources) - Majid Adineh has been executed. (corroborated by 34 sources) - The defendant was charged with operational actions for the benefit of hostile groups, Israel, and the United States. (corroborated by 31 sources) - The case was heard at the Karaj Revolutionary Court. (corroborated by 29 sources) - Authorities seized a Colt pistol, three magazines, 30 rounds of ammunition, two electric shockers, two canisters of tear gas, a cordless chainsaw, and a bottle of gasoline from the defendant. (corroborated by 28 sources) - Adineh was arrested on January 8 (19 Dey) in the Mohammadshahr area of Karaj. (corroborated by 24 sources) - The court ordered the confiscation of all of Adineh's assets. (corroborated by 21 sources) - The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps was identified as the group that arrested the sisters at night. (corroborated by 21 sources) - Iran executed Omid Behzad and Pouria Safvat by hanging on 3 August 2026. (corroborated by 20 sources) - The two men were convicted of spying for Israel by transmitting coordinates of sensitive military and security sites to Mossad agents. (corroborated by 20 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-09: Iran faces surge in arbitrary executions and Kurdish repression Human rights organizations report a surge in arbitrary executions in Iran, averaging one death per week, alongside intensified state repression and systematic rights violations against the Kurdish minority. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-faces-surge-in-arbitrary-executions-and-kurdish-repression ### 2026-09-08: Iran sentences protester Taraneh Rahimi to death amid torture allegations Iranian twin Taraneh Rahimi has been sentenced to death following alleged torture and forced confessions related to January protests. She faces severe physical deterioration and denied medical care. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-sentences-protester-taraneh-rahimi-to-death-amid-torture-allegations ### 2026-09-07: Erfan Mirzaei, Iranian rapper and protester, executed in Isfahan Iranian rapper and protester Erfan Mirzaei has been executed in Isfahan's Dastgerd Prison following charges of 'moharebeh'. Family and rights groups report he faced torture during detention. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iranian-rapper-erfan-mirzaei-dies-in-dastgerd-prison ### 2026-09-06: Iran sentences twin sisters to death and 25 years in prison Iranian twin sisters Taraneh and Romina Rahimi face death and 25 years in prison following alleged protests. Reports claim they were tortured and extorted by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. 24 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-judiciary-rejects-retrial-for-death-row-inmate-and-proceeds-with-activist-case ### 2026-09-02: Iran: Two executed in Qom as three others receive pardons Two prisoners were executed in Qom for drug offenses, while three others in Tehran and Shushtar avoided execution following pardons from their victims' families. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-two-executed-in-qom-as-three-others-receive-pardons ### 2026-09-01: Iran reports surge in executions and political imprisonment Human rights monitors report a surge in executions and political imprisonment in Iran during August 2026, noting a high number of secret executions and increased sentences for freedom of expression. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-reports-surge-in-executions-and-political-imprisonment ### 2026-08-31: Iran sentences two women to death over Isfahan protests Iranian courts have sentenced two women, Taraneh Rahimi and Leila Abolhasani, to death for their alleged roles in January's anti-government protests in Isfahan. 18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-sentences-two-women-to-death-over-2026-protests ### 2026-08-30: Iran reports various human rights and social developments Reports from Iran detail various human rights concerns, including prison sentences in Zahedan and Mashhad, an execution in Ahvaz, detentions in Marivan, and the identification of 1,304 out-of-school children in 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-reports-various-human-rights-and-social-developments ### 2026-08-30: Iran issues death sentences for 16 protesters in Isfahan Iran has issued death sentences for sixteen political defendants in Isfahan and confirmed the execution order for Alisghar Peyghambari, amid reports of multiple recent executions in other provinces. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-executes-multiple-prisoners-and-upholds-death-sentence-for-protester ### 2026-08-28: Executions reported in Mashhad, Khorramabad, and Yazd prisons Reports indicate multiple executions in Mashhad, Khorramabad, and Yazd prisons in Iran, involving murder and drug-related charges, while officials in Lorestan noted five inmates were spared death sentences. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/executions-reported-in-mashhad-khorramabad-and-yazd-prisons ### 2026-08-28: Iran reports at least 72 executions in August Human rights groups report at least 72 executions in Iran during August, including protesters and minors, alongside heavy prison sentences for political activists and researchers. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-reports-at-least-72-executions-in-august ### 2026-08-28: Iranian security forces arrest relatives of protester killed in Isfahan Iranian security forces have arrested the parents and 20 relatives of Rashed Saleh Dastejordi, a protester killed in Isfahan, following a memorial gathering at his grave. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iranian-security-forces-arrest-relatives-of-protester-killed-in-isfahan ### 2026-08-28: Iran executes over 500 people so far in 2026 Iran has executed at least 511 people in 2026, including protesters and political prisoners, according to Iran Human Rights, amid ongoing regional conflict and calls for cessation from U.S. President Donald TR- 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-executes-over-500-people-so-far-in-2026 ### 2026-08-27: Iran continues death sentences amid Trump warnings Iran continues to issue death sentences for protesters despite warnings from Donald Trump, while analysts suggest Trump’s rhetoric may be part of a strategy to pre-emptively frame future unrest. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-continues-death-sentences-amid-trump-warnings ### 2026-08-26: Iran protests: Thousands killed in violent crackdown on economic unrest Massive protests in Iran during January 2026 led to violent crackdowns by security forces, with human rights groups reporting thousands of deaths and ongoing executions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-protests-thousands-killed-in-violent-crackdown-on-economic-unrest ### 2026-08-25: Iran sentences two protesters to death and 20 years in prison Two protesters detained during Iran's nationwide 2026 demonstrations have been sentenced to death and 20 years in prison, respectively, following charges related to national security and rioting. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-sentences-two-protesters-to-death-and-20-years-in-prison ### 2026-08-25: Iran's 'No to Execution Tuesdays' campaign expands to 61 prisons The 'No to Execution Tuesdays' campaign in Iran has reached its 135th week, with 61 prisons participating in hunger strikes against the death penalty following recent executions and new death sentences. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-prisoners-launch-hunger-strikes-against-death-penalty ### 2026-08-24: Iran human rights report details 60 executions and widespread arrests Human rights reports detail widespread violations in Iran, including 60 executions, over 100 arrests for freedom of expression, and the imprisonment of Baha'i citizen Iman Rashidi. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-human-rights-report-details-60-executions-and-widespread-arrests ### 2026-08-23: Iran executes Majid Adineh over protest-related charges Iran has executed Majid Adineh, who was convicted of supporting the US and Israel and committing ‘moharebeh’ during the January 2026 protests in Karaj. 66 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/majid-adineh-executed-following-weapons-and-security-charges ### 2026-08-20: Iran executes Afghan citizen and upholds death sentence for political prisoner Iran has executed Afghan citizen Qayem Hosseini for security offenses and upheld the death sentence for political prisoner Arghavan Fallahi, amid international concerns over unfair trials. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-executes-afghan-citizen-and-upholds-death-sentence-for-political-prisoner ### 2026-08-20: Iran executes foreign national over deaths of four police officers Iran executed foreign national Ghaem Hosseini for his role in the death of four police officers during January's anti-government protests in Isfahan. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-executes-foreign-national-over-deaths-of-four-police-officers ### 2026-08-19: Iran executes at least 901 people in first seven months of 2026 A human rights report documents at least 901 executions in Iran from January to July 2026, including many for political reasons, drug crimes, and involvement in January's mass protests. 18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-executes-at-least-900-people-since-start-of-2026 ### 2026-08-18: Protest detainees in Iran face severe charges and fines Nine citizens from Esfarayen face severe charges including ‘moharebeh’ following January 2026 protests, while another detainee has been summoned to pay heavy fines in Davarzan. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/protest-detainees-in-iran-face-severe-charges-and-fines ### 2026-08-18: Iran continues use of death penalty for political prisoners Iran continues to execute political prisoners, including 68-year-old engineer Zahra Shahbaz Tabari and Shahram Sadeghi, amid ongoing concerns regarding human rights and the legacy of the 1988 massacres. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-continues-use-of-death-penalty-for-political-prisoners ### 2026-08-18: No to Execution Tuesdays campaign expands to 60 Iranian prisons The “No to Execution Tuesdays” campaign has expanded to 60 Iranian prisons, marking its 134th week with reports of at least 39 political executions since the start of the Iranian year. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/no-to-execution-tuesdays-campaign-expands-to-60-iranian-prisons ### 2026-08-16: Iran executes Shahram Sadeghi following January protest convictions Iran executed Shahram Sadeghi on August 16, 2026, following his conviction for actions during the January 2026 protests. Human rights groups claim the trial involved forced confessions. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shahram-sadeghi-executed-in-iran-for-espionage-and-police-attack ### 2026-08-15: Iran prison authorities accused of abusing political detainees Political prisoners in Iran face intensifying abuse, including medical neglect, extreme heat in Evin Prison, and collective punishment targeting their families to force political concessions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-prison-authorities-accused-of-abusing-political-detainees ### 2026-08-14: Iran executions condemned by over 30 countries Over 30 countries and the EU have condemned Iran's use of the death penalty, calling for an immediate halt to executions used to silence dissent and protect human rights. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-executions-condemned-by-over-30-countries ### 2026-08-13: Iran: Protester sentenced to death and another released An Iranian Revolutionary Court has sentenced protester Sepehr Amirzadeh to death, while Majid Samarqandi has been released from prison under electronic monitoring. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-protester-sentenced-to-death-and-another-released ### 2026-08-13: Iran reports executions in Ardabil and Dezful prisons Reports confirm executions in Ardabil and Dezful prisons, while eight death row inmates in Mazandaran were spared following the consent of victims' families. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-reports-executions-in-ardabil-and-dezful-prisons ### 2026-08-12: Iran condemned by 32 nations over use of death penalty Over 30 countries and the EU have condemned Iran's use of the death penalty to suppress dissent, calling for an immediate end to executions and the release of arbitrarily detained protesters. 33 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-32-countries-condemn-execution-of-protesters ### 2026-08-11: Iran sentences medical student to death and imprisons activists Iranian authorities have sentenced a medical student to death for assisting injured protesters and issued prison terms to several other student and environmental activists. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-sentences-medical-student-to-death-and-imprisons-activists ### 2026-08-11: Iran prisoners launch hunger strike in 59 prisons Prisoners in 59 Iranian prisons have initiated a hunger strike for the 133rd week to protest the death penalty and unfair judicial processes. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-prisoners-launch-hunger-strike-in-59-prisons ### 2026-08-10: Iran reports executions in Tabriz and ongoing detention of political prisoner Iran reports include the ongoing detention of political prisoner Javad Noudahi in Sabzevar, executions in Tabriz for drug crimes, and a new death sentence in Tehran, alongside two reprieve cases. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-reports-executions-in-tabriz-and-ongoing-detention-of-political-prisoner ### 2026-08-08: Iran reports 87 executions and increased prison repression Iran saw an escalation in executions during July 2026, with at least 87 deaths reported. Reports also detail increased violence and raids against political prisoners in facilities like Evin Prison. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-reports-87-executions-and-increased-prison-repression ### 2026-08-08: UN warns of rising executions in Iran to suppress dissent UN human rights chief Volker Türk warns that Iran is increasing executions and death sentences to suppress dissent and instill fear following widespread anti-government protests. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/un-warns-of-rising-executions-in-iran-to-suppress-dissent ### 2026-08-07: Iran escalates crackdown on political prisoners and teachers Iran is escalating its crackdown on dissent, involving arbitrary arrests, torture allegations, and the prosecution of at least 60 teachers and activists following recent protests. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-escalates-crackdown-on-political-prisoners-and-teachers ### 2026-08-05: Iran publicly executes protester in Isfahan as crackdown intensifies Iran publicly hanged protester Abolfazl Sepahi‑Badejani in Isfahan on July 28, amid a wider crackdown on anti‑government demonstrations, prompting domestic protests and international condemnation. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-publicly-executes-protester-in-isfahan-as-crackdown-intensifies ### 2026-08-04: Iranian Prisoners Launch ‘Tuesday No to Execution’ Campaign Against Death Penalty Iran’s “Tuesday No to Execution” campaign, now in its 13th week, urges nationwide solidarity against a recent wave of 35 executions, including a child and protesters, and calls for an end to the death penalty. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iranian-prisoners-launch-tuesday-no-to-execution-campaign-against-death-penalty ### 2026-08-04: UN rights chief says Iran has executed at least 56 people since March UN rights chief Volker Türk says Iran has executed at least 56 people since March, 27 tied to protests, over 100 still at risk, and urges a halt and abolition of the death penalty. 24 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-executes-at-least-26-prisoners-in-one-week ### 2026-08-03: Iran hangs two men convicted of spying for Israel Iran hanged Omid Behzad and Pouria Safvat on 3 Aug 2026 for spying for Israel’s Mossad, amid a secret trial and a wider crackdown following US‑Israel strikes; rights groups decry the executions. 25 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-executes-two-men-for-mossad-collaboration ### 2026-08-02: Iran Executes Protester Arvin Kheirkhah Iran executed 20‑year‑old protester Arvin Kheirkhah on 2 Aug 2026 for “waging war against God”, after his January‑protest arrest; UN experts and former Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi warned of further risk to other 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-executes-protester-arvin-kheirkhah ### 2026-07-31: Iran Executions Spark Protests and Deepen Regime Divisions Iran’s recent public executions in Isfahan sparked protests and bolstered a death‑row inmates’ anti‑execution campaign, while five drug offenders were executed and a protester’s execution delayed after a stroke 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-executions-spark-protests-and-deepen-regime-divisions ### 2026-07-31: Iran carries out executions of protest detainees amid 40‑day war Iran executed two protest detainees as part of at least 50 political executions since the 40‑day war began, signaling intensified repression of dissent. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-executes-protest-detainees-amid-widening-crackdown ### 2026-07-30: Iranian detainee Ali Reza Sepahi suffers stroke, execution postponed Ali Reza Sepahi, a protest detainee sentenced to death, suffered a stroke before his August 2025 execution, was treated at Al‑Zahra Hospital, and returned to prison, delaying the execution. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iranian-detainee-ali-reza-sepahi-suffers-stroke-execution-postponed ### 2026-07-30: Iran cracks down on teachers and pauses executions amid post‑protest crackdown Iran detains 60+ teachers after Dec 2024 protests and, after a prison hunger strike, temporarily halts drug‑related executions at Qezel Hesar. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-cracks-down-on-teachers-and-pauses-executions-amid-postprotest-crackdown ### 2026-07-30: Iran confirms death sentences for additional young protesters Iran has sentenced a 26‑year‑old protester and at least 30 others, including minors, to death after rushed trials, prompting Amnesty and Iran Human Rights to demand immediate releases and fair proceedings. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-confirms-death-sentences-for-additional-young-protesters ### 2026-07-28: Iran Prison Hunger Strike Prompts Prisoners to Sew Their Lips Prisoners at Iran's Gelez Hesar prison began a mass hunger strike and sewn‑lip protest, demanding an end to a surge in executions, with over 1,500 death‑row inmates involved. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-prison-hunger-strike-prompts-prisoners-to-sew-their-lips ### 2026-07-28: Iran publicly executes two protesters over January 2026 protests Iran publicly hanged two protesters on 28 July 2026 in Isfahan, despite UN calls to halt; dozens more face execution and a prison hunger strike is underway. 34 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-hangs-two-men-for-killing-police-during-january-protests ### 2026-07-26: Iran executes two men for January 2026 protest killings in Isfahan Iran executed two men sentenced for the Jan 8 2026 Alikhani Square killings; UN experts condemn the group death sentences and Amnesty reports over 6 000 arrests and 39 death sentences, while 1 500 death‑rowers 18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-faces-un-call-to-halt-executions-of-protest-participants ### 2026-07-25: Iran executes political prisoners as US condemns capital punishments The US condemned recent Iranian executions and demanded release of political prisoners; Iran sentenced activist Isa Chari to death, amid a sharp rise in capital punishments. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-executes-political-prisoners-as-us-condemns-capital-punishments ### 2026-07-25: Iran sentences 21‑year‑old protester to death under espionage law Iran’s Mashhad court sentenced 21‑year‑old protester Mahdi Zarif to death under an espionage law, despite lacking evidence of foreign ties, sparking human‑rights concerns. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-sentences-21yearold-protester-to-death-under-espionage-law ### 2026-07-24: Qazalhesar Prison Inmates Continue 13-Day Strike Over Executions in Iran Inmates at Qazalhesar prison in Karaj, Iran, have staged a 13‑day hunger strike and food boycott to protest recent executions and the transfer of six death‑row prisoners to solitary cells. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/qazalhesar-prison-inmates-continue-13-day-strike-over-executions-in-iran ### 2026-07-24: Iran Sentences Afghan Nationals to Death as Executions Rise in Protest Crackdown Iran sentenced three Afghan men to death over protest involvement, part of a wider crackdown that has seen dozens executed on vague security charges. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-sentences-afghan-nationals-to-death-as-executions-rise-in-protest-crackdown ### 2026-07-22: Qazalhesar Prison Hunger Strike in Iran Reaches 10th Day Inmates at Qazalhesar prison's Unit 2 in Karaj, Iran, have been on a hunger strike for ten days, protesting the transfer of six death‑row prisoners to solitary cells and upcoming executions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/qazalhesar-prison-hunger-strike-in-iran-reaches-10th-day ### 2026-07-21: Iranian courts sentence dozens to death over Dec 2024 Isfahan protests Over 70 people detained in Iran’s Dec 2024 Isfahan protests have been sentenced to death, including rapper Mehnaam Navab‑Safavi; a prisoner was executed in Ilam while two others avoided execution after family‑s 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-carries-out-multiple-executions-including-protest-detainee-mhd-khanaki ### 2026-07-19: Iran Executes Two Protesters Over January Anti‑Government Demonstrations Iran hanged two young men, Erfan Esfandiari (19) and Gol‑Mohammad Mohammadi (23), for killing police during January protests; ten others remain on death row amid a wider crackdown that saw over 1,600 executions 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-executes-two-men-for-police-killings-during-antigovernment-protests ### 2026-07-18: Iranian prisons face hunger strike and solitary‑confinement abuse In Iran, death‑row inmates at Ghezel Hesar launched a hunger strike over pending executions, while political prisoner Massoud Jamei was placed in solitary confinement and subjected to harsh conditions at Sheban 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iranian-prisons-face-hunger-strike-and-solitaryconfinement-abuse ### 2026-07-18: Iran judiciary expands digital services and carries out qisas sentence for murder of martyr Iran’s judiciary has digitized 40% of services, using AI for online filings, while also executing Araf Khoshkar by qisas for killing martyr Salman Ami‑Rahmani during 2022 protests. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-judiciary-expands-digital-services-and-carries-out-qisas-sentence-for-murder-of-martyr ### 2026-07-18: Isfahan prison transfers death‑row inmates amid execution concerns Fourteen inmates, including two death‑row brothers, were moved to solitary cells at Isfahan’s Dastgerd prison, raising fears of imminent executions in the Ali Khani Square case. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/isfahan-prison-transfers-deathrow-inmates-amid-execution-concerns ### 2026-07-16: Iran executes protest‑linked prisoners Aref Khoshkar and two Jan‑2026 demonstrators Iran executed Aref Khoshkar for killing a security officer during the 2022 Mahsa Amini protests and two men, Erfan Esfandari and Gol Mohammad Mohammadi, for killing police in Jan‑2026 demonstrations, drawing UN 24 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-executes-protester-amid-ongoing-crackdown ### 2026-07-16: Ghezel Hesar Prison Hunger Strike Continues in Iran Iranian inmates at Ghezel Hesar prison continue a multi‑day hunger strike demanding a halt to six planned executions, amid broader protests against the country's high execution rates. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/qazalhesar-prison-inmates-begin-fifth-day-of-hunger-strike-over-executions ### 2026-07-15: Iran secretly executes two Kurdish detainees in Kermanshah prison Iran executed two Kurdish prisoners, Mohyedin Ebrahimi and Hossein Palani Jaf, in Kermanshah prison on July 14, 2026, after secret trials and reports of torture. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-secretly-executes-two-kurdish-detainees-in-kermanshah-prison ### 2026-07-14: Iran carries out executions of Aref Khoshkar and four other inmates at Qezel Hesar prison Iran executed political detainee Aref Khoshkar and four other murder‑convicted inmates at Qezel Hesar prison on 24 July, raising human‑rights concerns. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-carries-out-executions-of-aref-khoshkar-and-four-other-inmates-at-qezel-hesar-prison ### 2026-07-14: Iran prison hunger strike protests surge in executions Iranian prisoners in 58 prisons began a July 14 hunger strike, denouncing a rise to 3,888 executions and new death sentences for political detainees. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-prison-hunger-strike-protests-surge-in-executions ### 2026-07-13: Iran executes two Islamic State militants after death sentences upheld Iran executed two ISIS militants, Mohieddin Abdollahi and Hossein Palani, after their death sentences for armed rebellion were upheld. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-executes-isis-operatives-as-uk-bans-revolutionary-guard ### 2026-07-10: Shiraz murder case paused after 11‑year‑old daughter's forgiveness An 11‑year‑old daughter's forgiveness dream led Iranian courts to suspend the execution of a man convicted of killing a falafel seller in Shiraz. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shiraz-murder-case-paused-after-11yearold-daughters-forgiveness ### 2026-07-08: Iran Carries Out Multiple Executions in Semnan and Shiraz Prisons Iran executed a prisoner in Shiraz and two men in Semnan for murder, while confirming death sentences for two more suspects in Tehran. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-carries-out-multiple-executions-in-semnan-and-shiraz-prisons ### 2026-07-08: Iranian prisoners launch nationwide hunger strike as death‑penalty orders rise Iranian political prisoners across 57 prisons began a hunger strike on 16 July, protesting rising death‑penalty orders, while human‑rights groups warn the execution pace has accelerated and call for an end to c 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iranian-prisoners-launch-nationwide-hunger-strike-as-deathpenalty-orders-rise ### 2026-07-03: Iran Supreme Court confirms death sentence in murder case; Ilam inmate freed after settlement Iran's Supreme Court upheld a murder death sentence, while a separate death‑sentence prisoner in Ilam was freed after the victim’s heirs withdrew their claim. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-supreme-court-confirms-death-sentence-in-murder-case-ilam-inmate-freed-after-settlement ### 2026-06-28: Iran issues sentences in roughly 2,000 protest‑related cases in Hamedan province Iran’s judiciary has sentenced roughly 2,000 individuals in Hamedan province for protest‑related offenses and raised concerns over the health of detainee Abdolhossein Farhan. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-issues-sentences-in-roughly-2000-protestrelated-cases-in-hamedan-province ### 2026-06-27: Iran Courts Hand Down Death Sentences in Multiple Murder Cases Iran sentenced a Kashmar couple and a Tehran man to death for murder, while a Kerman death‑row inmate was spared after the victim’s family forgave him. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-courts-hand-down-death-sentences-in-multiple-murder-cases ### 2026-06-26: Iran’s Systemic Torture Spotlighted on UN International Day for Victims UN reports name Iran among the most dangerous countries for torture, citing systematic abuse of protesters and minorities, and call for legal reforms and UN access. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/irans-systemic-torture-spotlighted-on-un-international-day-for-victims ### 2026-06-25: Iran tops Global Torture Index as highest-risk country for torture Iran was ranked the highest‑risk country for torture in the Global Torture Index, with at least 1,639 executions in 2025 and systemic use of forced confessions, prompting calls for legal reforms and overseas UN 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-tops-global-torture-index-as-highest-risk-country-for-torture ### 2026-06-23: Iran’s ‘Tuesday No to Execution’ hunger‑strike expands to 57 prisons Iran’s “Tuesday No to Execution” hunger strike spreads to 57 prisons, protesting a surge to 134 executions in May, including women, political detainees and Afghan nationals. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/irans-tuesday-no-to-execution-hungerstrike-expands-to-57-prisons ### 2026-06-21: Iran records 127 executions and over 800 arrests in June, NGO reports A U.S. NGO reports 127 executions, 809 arrests and widespread punitive measures in Iran during June, urging urgent international response. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-records-127-executions-and-over-800-arrests-in-june-ngo-reports ### 2026-06-20: Iran courts hand down death sentences in two separate murder cases Iranian courts sentenced two murderers—one for domestic homicide, later forgiven by the victim’s parents, and another drunken neighbour killer whose family demanded qisas. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-courts-hand-down-death-sentences-in-two-separate-murder-cases ### 2026-06-19: Iranian Courts Issue Sentences in Separate Husband‑Killing Murder Cases Iranian courts sentenced a woman to death for hiring a killer to murder her husband and, in a separate case, a husband was killed in a robbery with the family seeking diyah compensation. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iranian-courts-issue-sentences-in-separate-husbandkilling-murder-cases ### 2026-06-14: Iran carries out eight executions after January 2026 protests Iran executed eight prisoners on 13 June 2026 at Ghezel Hesar, part of a broader crackdown on Jan 2026 protest participants, with numerous activists sentenced and detained. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-carries-out-eight-executions-after-january-2026-protests ### 2026-06-14: Iran moves death‑row protester Ali Kamali to prison, upholds Musi Gorabi’s two‑year jail term Iran transfers death‑row protester Ali Kamali to a new prison and upholds Musi Gorabi’s two‑year jail sentence amid nationwide December protests. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-moves-deathrow-protester-ali-kamali-to-prison-upholds-musi-gorabis-twoyear-jail-term ### 2026-06-13: Tehran court sentences two murder suspects to death, frees one inmate Tehran courts sentenced two murder suspects to death and released a death‑row inmate after his family withdrew the execution request. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tehran-court-sentences-two-murder-suspects-to-death-frees-one-inmate ### 2026-06-12: Iran intensifies crackdown on lawyers and expands executions after 2025 protests Iran widens its crackdown on independent lawyers across multiple cities and carries out several executions and prison sentences linked to drug, murder, security and protest cases after the 2025 protests. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-intensifies-crackdown-on-lawyers-and-expands-executions-after-2025-protests ### 2026-06-01: Iran executes Kurdish protesters and former protest leader Iran executed two Kurdish protesters and a former protest leader, sparking human‑rights criticism over unfair trials and repression of dissent. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-executes-kurdish-protesters-and-former-protest-leader ### 2026-06-01: Iran Executes Two Men for Mosque Arson During Tehran Protests Iran hanged Mahmad Mohammadi Nia and Ashkan Maleki after convicting them of arson at Tehran's Jafari Mosque during the December 2023 protests. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-executes-two-men-for-mosque-arson-during-tehran-protests ### 2026-05-31: Iran sentences twin brothers to death on espionage charges Iranian Revolutionary Court sentenced twins Hassan and Hossein Amiri, 20, to death for alleged Israeli espionage, citing phone images; they are held in Qezel Hesar prison under restrictive conditions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-sentences-twin-brothers-to-death-on-espionage-charges ### 2026-05-28: Iran sentences Kurdish activists and protest sisters to long prison terms Iran sentenced Kurdish activists Sajjad and Shayan Veisi to death‑penalty charges and sisters Kimia and Tara Davoudi to 10‑ and 6‑year terms after the January 2026 protests. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-sentences-kurdish-activists-and-protest-sisters-to-long-prison-terms ### 2026-05-27: Iran-linked plots result in death sentence and US prison term Iran sentenced alleged Mossad operative to death, while a US court gave New York man Jonathan Loadholt 10 years for an Iran‑directed plot to kill journalist Masih Alinejad. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-issues-death-sentence-in-spy-case-and-secures-us-conviction-over-plot-against-critic ### 2026-05-25: Iranian Revolutionary Court Sentences Four Protesters to Death in Ekbatan Case Iran’s Tehran Revolutionary Court sentenced four protesters to death for ‘enmity against God’ over the 2022 Ekbatan protests, while eight others received prison terms; the verdict was delivered verbally without 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iranian-revolutionary-court-sentences-four-protesters-to-death-in-ekbatan-case ### 2026-05-24: Iran hangs man convicted of espionage for the US and Israel during ongoing war Iran executed Mojtaba Kian for relaying defence‑industry data to the US and Israel during the 40‑day war, marking the first spying‑related execution in the conflict. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-hangs-man-convicted-of-espionage-for-the-us-and-israel-during-ongoing-war ### 2026-05-21: Iran executes two men convicted of armed rebellion and separatist ties Iran hanged two men for armed rebellion and separatist ties amid a broader crackdown on protest‑linked groups. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-executes-two-men-convicted-of-armed-rebellion-and-separatist-ties ### 2026-05-19: Iran sees record executions amid stalled US negotiations Iran's execution rate hits a four‑decade high while US‑Iran talks stall, sparking threats of renewed conflict. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-sees-record-executions-amid-stalled-us-negotiations ### 2026-05-18: Global executions hit 44‑year high Executions rose to their highest level since 1981, linked to a global de‑democratization trend. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/global-executions-hit-44year-high ### 2026-05-18: Iran drives record surge in global executions in 2025 Amnesty reports 2,707 global executions in 2025, a 78% rise, with Iran accounting for about 80% of the deaths. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-drives-record-surge-in-global-executions-in-2025 ### 2026-05-18: Iran leads record global executions in 2025, Amnesty International reports Amnesty reports 2,707 global executions in 2025, with Iran responsible for 80% amid a post‑war surge. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-leads-record-global-executions-in-2025-amnesty-international-reports ### 2026-05-17: Iran's executions double in 2025 as global death penalty hits 44‑year high Iran executed over 2,100 people in 2025, doubling its prior year, as global executions reach a 44‑year high. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/irans-executions-double-in-2025-as-global-death-penalty-hits-44year-high ### 2026-05-17: Iran drives 2025 global execution record, Amnesty says Amnesty reports 2,707 executions in 2025 – the highest since 1981, with Iran responsible for 80 % of the documented cases. 28 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/executions-worldwide-hit-44year-high-in-2025 ### 2026-05-13: Iran executes two men, including alleged Mossad spy, as death‑penalty surge continues Iran hanged two men—one tied to a protest killing, another accused of Mossad spying—amid a surge in death‑penalty sentences. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-executes-two-men-including-alleged-mossad-spy-as-deathpenalty-surge-continues ### 2026-05-13: Iran Executes Man Convicted of Spying for Israel Iran executed 32‑year‑old Ehşan Afrašteč for alleged Israeli espionage after the Supreme Court upheld his death sentence. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-executes-man-convicted-of-spying-for-israel ### 2026-05-11: Iran hangs aerospace graduate convicted of CIA and Mossad espionage Iran executed a graduate sentenced for spying for the CIA and Mossad amid a wave of spy‑related death sentences. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-hangs-aerospace-graduate-convicted-of-cia-and-mossad-espionage ### 2026-04-20: Iran executed two men linked to Mossad espionage and planned attacks Iran executed two men for Mossad espionage and planning attacks. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-executed-two-men-linked-to-mossad-espionage-and-planned-attacks --- Cite as: Iran executions surge and international condemnation grows. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/iranlinked-espionage-alleged-attacks-and-diplomatic-tensions-spread-across-europe