Iran executed 'at least 1,639 people' in 2025, highest number since 1989
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Iran executed at least 1,639 people in 2025, the highest number since 1989.
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Iran executed at least 1,639 people in 2025, marking its highest number of executions since 1989. This figure, averaging over four executions daily, was reported by Norway-based Iran Human Rights (IHR) and Paris-based Together Against the Death Penalty (ECPM) in their joint annual report. The organizations warned that Iran's regime might execute even more individuals this year following January protests and amidst the war triggered by the US and Israel. This significant increase in capital punishment highlights escalating human rights concerns within the country.
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Norway-based Iran Human Rights (IHR) and Paris-based Together Against the Death Penalty (ECPM) released a joint annual report on the executions.
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