Category: Executions

January 2026 Protests: Shahab Zohdi Sentenced to Death for the Second Time

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Ali Fahim, Amirhossein Hatami, HRANA, Mohammadamin Biglari, Shahab Zohdi, Shahin Vahedparast Kalour

HRANA – Shahab Zohdi, who was arrested during the January 2026 protests and is currently held in Ghezel Hesar Prison in Karaj, has been sentenced to death for the second time by Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court. He had previously received a death sentence from the same judicial branch, but the Supreme Court overturned the ruling and referred his case for retrial.

According to HRANA, Shahab Zohdi has once again been sentenced to death.

A source close to Zohdi’s family confirmed the news to HRANA, stating: “Following a retrial of Mr. Zohdi’s case, Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Abolghasem Salavati, sentenced him to death for the second time.”

In August 2026, Branch 9 of the Supreme Court overturned Shahab Zohdi’s death sentence and referred his case to Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court for retrial.

In February 2026, Zohdi was initially sentenced to death by Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Abolghasem Salavati, in connection with a case involving a fire at the “185 Shahid Mahmoud Kaveh” Basij base in eastern Tehran.

During the nationwide protests of January 2026, Zohdi and four other prisoners, Mohammadamin Biglari, Shahin Vahedparast Kalour, Amirhossein Hatami, and Ali Fahim, were prosecuted and arrested in a joint case related to the fire at the “185 Shahid Mahmoud Kaveh” Basij base in eastern Tehran on the evening of January 8, 2026.

The court hearing in this case was subsequently held on February 7, 2026, before Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Abolghasem Salavati. Their death sentences were issued the following day, February 8.

Previously, an informed source had provided HRANA with details about the judicial proceedings in Zohdi’s case, stating: “The court hearing concerning Mr. Zohdi’s charges was held without his lawyer present. The charges brought against him were ‘assembly and collusion against internal and external security’ and ‘moharebeh (waging war against God) and corruption on earth through setting fire to public property and facilities.'”

It should be noted that the death sentences of Mohammadamin Biglari, Shahin Vahedparast Kalour, Amirhossein Hatami, and Ali Fahim were carried out in April 2026.

Supreme Court Upholds Death Sentence Against Mohammad Naderi

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Ghezel Hesar prison, HRANA, Mohammad Naderi, محمد نادری

HRANA – The death sentence of Mohammad Naderi, a prisoner held in Ghezel Hesar Prison in Karaj who was arrested amid war-related security developments, has been upheld by the Supreme Court. He had previously been sentenced to death by Branch 23 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court on charges of espionage.

According to HRANA, the death sentence against Mohammad Naderi has been upheld. Based on information received by HRANA, the Supreme Court has upheld the death sentence of Mohammad Naderi, who is currently held in Ward 3, Hall 37 of Ghezel Hesar Prison in Karaj. He had previously been sentenced to death by Branch 23 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court on charges of “espionage.”

An informed source close to Naderi’s family told HRANA: “Using Starlink satellite internet, photographing certain locations, and sending images to media outlets abroad were among the allegations brought against him and served as the basis for his death sentence.”

Naderi was arrested by security forces in Tehran on March 17, 2026, amid war-related security developments, and transferred to the Greater Tehran Prison. He was subsequently transferred to Ghezel Hesar Prison in October of this year.

January 2026 Protests: Omran Amani Sentenced to Death

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Greater Tehran Prison, HRANA, January 2026 Protests, moharebeh, Omran Amani, عمران امانی

HRANA – Omran Amani, a 21-year-old prisoner held in the Greater Tehran Prison and one of those arrested during the January 2026 protests, has been sentenced to death by Branch 26 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court on charges of “moharebeh” (enmity against God).

According to HRANA, Omran Amani has been sentenced to death. The sentence was issued by Branch 26 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Iman Afshari, and communicated to Amani in prison on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Under the ruling, the 21-year-old was sentenced to death on charges of “moharebeh” (waging war against God).

Omran Amani, a native of Kurdistan Province, had previously moved to Tehran in search of employment. He was arrested by security forces during the nationwide protests of January 2026 and is currently held in the Greater Tehran Prison.

HRANA is investigating further details regarding the specific allegations underlying the charge against him and the legal proceedings in his case.

Background on January 2026 Protests:

Protests and strikes by shopkeepers and bazaar merchants began in Tehran on Sunday, December 28, 2025, and within two days spread beyond markets and commercial centers. With the participation of students, citizens, and various social groups, these protests became one of the largest protest movements of recent years. Following the crackdown by security and law enforcement forces, thousands were killed or injured, and tens of thousands were arrested or summoned by security agencies. For more information, readers may refer to HRANA’s comprehensive report titled “Crimson Winter,” documenting the first fifty days following the outbreak of Iran’s nationwide protests.

Tehran Revolutionary Court Sentences Three More Detainees from January Protests to Death

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Amirreza Rezaei, HRANA, irgc, January 2026 Protests, Vahid Ghahremani

HRANA – Branch 23 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court has sentenced Amirreza Rezaei, Vahid Ghahremani, and a cleric named Mehdi (surname unknown) to death. All three were arrested during the January 2026 protests.

Based on information received by HRANA, Amirreza Rezaei, Vahid Ghahremani, and a cleric named Mehdi (surname unknown) were sentenced to death by Branch 23 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court. Among the charges brought against the three individuals in this case is allegedly carrying out operations on behalf of Israel. The death sentences were communicated to them in prison on Monday, October 26, 2026.

Mehdi, another defendant in the case, is a cleric and a former member of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). He has also been sentenced to death by the Special Clerical Court in a separate case on charges of “apostasy.” Consequently, two death sentences have been issued against him in two separate cases.

The three individuals were arrested separately by security forces during the nationwide protests of January 2026.

On Wednesday, October 28, 2026, they were transferred from the Greater Tehran Prison to Ghezel Hesar Prison in Karaj.

Background on January 2026 Protests:

Protests and strikes by shopkeepers and bazaar merchants began in Tehran on Sunday, December 28, 2025, and within two days spread beyond markets and commercial centers. With the participation of students, citizens, and various social groups, these protests became one of the largest protest movements of recent years. Following the crackdown by security and law enforcement forces, thousands were killed or injured, and tens of thousands were arrested or summoned by security agencies. For more information, readers may refer to HRANA’s comprehensive report titled “Crimson Winter,” documenting the first fifty days following the outbreak of Iran’s nationwide protests.

Five Prisoners Executed in Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad

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Alireza Afagh, Habibollah Davoodi, Mashhad, Vakilabad prison

HRANA – Five prisoners were executed at dawn on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, in Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad. At least three of these prisoners had previously been sentenced to death on drug-related charges.

According to HRANA, citing Haal Vsh, at least five prisoners were executed in Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad on Tuesday, October 27, 2026.

Three of the prisoners have been identified as Habibollah Davoodi, 26, a married father of four young children from Zahedan; Alireza Afagh, approximately 26, single, and a resident of Khalqabad village near Mashhad; and Rasoul Irak (Brahui), 67, a father of seven residing in Galikesh County, Golestan Province, and originally from Sistan and Baluchestan Province.

According to the report, Mr. Davoodi was arrested in Mashhad in 2023 and transferred to Vakilabad Prison in the city. He was subsequently sentenced to death by the Mashhad Revolutionary Court on drug-related charges.

On Monday, October 26, Mr. Davoodi was transferred to solitary confinement in preparation for his execution. He was hanged at dawn on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, without prior notification to his family or the opportunity for a final visit.

Mr. Afagh was arrested in 2021 and subsequently sentenced to death by the Mashhad Revolutionary Court on drug-related charges. Notably, his two brothers, Javad Afagh and Jalal Afagh, were also executed on drug-related charges in Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad over the past two years.

Rasoul Irak (Brahui) was arrested in Mashhad approximately three years ago and subsequently sentenced to death by the city’s Revolutionary Court on drug-related charges. His execution was carried out without prior notification to his family and without allowing them a final visit.

As of the time of this report, the executions of these prisoners have not been officially announced by prison authorities or other relevant institutions.

Between October 10, 2025, and October 8, 2026, HRANA documented at least 2,003 executions across Iran, based on 1,857 reports, representing an increase of approximately 29% compared to the previous reporting period. During the same period, HRANA also documented 230 death sentences. For more detailed statistics and analysis of executions in Iran, read HRANA’s latest comprehensive report.

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One Prisoner Executed in Sabzevar Prison

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Reza Talebi, Sabzevar, رضا طالبی

HRANA – At dawn on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, a prisoner who had previously been sentenced to death on murder charges was executed in Sabzevar Prison.

According to HRANA, one prisoner was executed in Sabzevar Prison, Razavi Khorasan province, at dawn on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.

The identity of the prisoner has been confirmed by HRANA as Reza Talebi. According to information obtained by HRANA, Mr. Talebi had previously been arrested on murder charges and subsequently sentenced to death by a criminal court.

As of the time of this report, the execution has not been officially announced by prison authorities or other relevant institutions.

Between October 10, 2025, and October 8, 2026, HRANA documented at least 2,003 executions across Iran, based on 1,857 reports, representing an increase of approximately 29% compared to the previous reporting period. During the same period, HRANA also documented 230 death sentences. For more detailed statistics and analysis of executions in Iran, read HRANA’s latest comprehensive report.

Two Prisoners Executed in Ghezel Hesar Prison in Karaj

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Amrollah Seiri, Ghezel Hesar prison, HRANA, Karaj, Varamin

HRANA – At dawn today, Wednesday, October 28, 2026, two prisoners who had previously been sentenced to death on murder charges in separate cases were executed in Ghezel Hesar Prison in Karaj.

According to HRANA, two prisoners were executed in Ghezel Hesar Prison.

HRANA has confirmed the identities of the prisoners as Amrollah Seiri, a resident of Varamin, and Shokri (first name unknown), a resident of Markazi Province. Both prisoners were hanged at dawn today, Wednesday, October 28, 2026.

According to information obtained by HRANA, the two prisoners had previously been arrested on murder charges in separate cases and were subsequently sentenced to death by criminal courts.

As of the time of this report, the executions have not been officially announced by prison authorities or other relevant institutions.

Between October 10, 2025, and October 8, 2026, HRANA documented at least 2,003 executions across Iran, based on 1,857 reports, representing an increase of approximately 29% compared to the previous reporting period. During the same period, HRANA also documented 230 death sentences. For more detailed statistics and analysis of executions in Iran, read HRANA’s latest comprehensive report.

Two Prisoners Executed in Shahr-e Kord and Kashan Prisons

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Ali Mokhtari, Davood Rokhbin, HRANA, Kashan prison, Shahr-e Kord Prison

HRANA – Two prisoners who had previously been sentenced to death on charges of murder and rape were executed in the prisons of Shahr-e Kord and Kashan.

According to HRANA, citing Iran Human Rights Organization, Ali Mokhtari, 30, was executed on the morning of Sunday, October 25, 2026, in Shahr-e Kord Prison.

Mokhtari had been sentenced to death on charges of “rape.” According to the report, he was unmarried and had been in detention for approximately two years. An informed source stated that he had been accused of raping a married woman, an allegation he consistently denied.

In a separate report, Iran Human Rights Organization announced the execution of another prisoner, identified as Davood Rokhbin, 40, a married father of one from Kashan.

According to the report, Rokhbin was executed yesterday, October 27, in Kashan Prison.

He had been arrested five years earlier on murder charges following a group altercation and was subsequently sentenced to death by judicial authorities.

As of the time of this report, neither execution has been officially announced by prison authorities or other relevant institutions.

Between October 10, 2025, and October 8, 2026, HRANA documented at least 2,003 executions across Iran, based on 1,857 reports, representing an increase of approximately 29% compared to the previous reporting period. During the same period, HRANA also documented 230 death sentences. For more detailed statistics and analysis of executions in Iran, read HRANA’s latest comprehensive report.

Hassan Golshan-Nejad Sentenced to Death in Connection with January 2026 Protests

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Hassan Golshan-Nejad, HRANA, Mashhad, Vakilabad prison

HRANA – Hassan Golshan-Nejad, a detainee arrested in connection with the January 2026 protests and currently held in Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad, has been sentenced to death by Branch 5 of the city’s Revolutionary Court.

Based on information received by HRANA, Branch 5 of the Mashhad Revolutionary Court sentenced Hassan Golshan-Nejad to death on the charge of “carrying out operational activities in favor of Israel.” The death sentence was communicated to him today. The case against him was opened in connection with his participation in protest gatherings in January 2026.

Hassan Golshan-Nejad was arrested on February 24, 2026, while drinking coffee at a friend’s café. Following his arrest, agents took him to his home and confiscated a legally registered hunting rifle and his mobile phones.

After his arrest, Golshan-Nejad was held in solitary confinement for 10 days at The Ministry of Intelligence’s detention facility before being transferred to Ward 6/1 of Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad. He has remained in this prison ever since.

Hassan Golshan-Nejad, 36, is self-employed and the father of an eight-year-old son.

Two Prisoners Executed in Mashhad Prison

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Abdollah Narouei, HRANA, Issa Narouei, Mashhad Prison, Vakilabad prison

HRANA – On Tuesday, October 20, 2026, two prisoners were executed in Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad on drug-related charges.

According to HRANA, citing Haal Vsh, two prisoners were executed in Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.

The prisoners have been identified as Abdollah Narouei (Hashem Shavabzehi), approximately 43 years old, a father of five, originally from Zahedan and residing in Mashhad, and Issa Narouei (Lakzehi), 30 years old, son of Osman, unmarried, originally from Zahedan and residing in Mashhad.

According to the report, Abdollah Narouei was arrested by security forces at his home in Mashhad on November 3, 2023. He was subsequently sentenced to death by the Revolutionary Court of Mashhad in December 2025–January 2026 on drug-related charges. His execution was carried out without allowing him a final visit with his family.

Issa Narouei was also arrested by security forces at his home in Mashhad in 2025–2026. He was subsequently sentenced to death by the Revolutionary Court of Mashhad on drug-related charges.

As of the time of this report, the executions of these prisoners have not been officially announced by prison authorities or the relevant institutions.

Between October 10, 2025, and October 8, 2026, HRANA documented at least 2,003 executions across Iran, based on 1,857 reports, representing an increase of approximately 29% compared to the previous reporting period. During the same period, HRANA also documented 230 death sentences. For more detailed statistics and analysis of executions in Iran, read HRANA’s latest comprehensive report.