In a recent announcement, Gholamhossein Esmaeili, the head of Tehran's judiciary, reported that preparations are underway for the execution of Vahid Malakoutian, known as the 'Coin Sultan.' He stated, 'This sentence will be carried out within less than a month.' Esmaeili mentioned that no decision has yet been made regarding the time and place of the execution. Vahid Malakoutian is referred to as the 'Coin Sultan' in the media because, according to judicial officials, he bought and sold approximately two tons of coins within two months. While the death sentence has been issued for Malakoutian, there are no legal restrictions in Iran regarding the amount of coins and currency that can be bought and sold. Additionally, the Central Bank, the Rouhani government, and the judiciary had not imposed any limitations on coin trading. The death sentence for Malakoutian comes at a time when many cases of astronomical embezzlement remain unresolved, with traces of former or current government officials involved in them.
The 'Coin Sultan' on the Brink of Execution
Vahid Malakoutian, known as the 'Coin Sultan,' is facing imminent execution for trading a significant amount of coins, despite no legal restrictions on such transactions in Iran. This case highlights the disparity in judicial actions, as many high-profile embezzlement cases involving government officials remain unresolved.
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📰 What Happened
Iran prepares to execute Vahid Malakoutian, the 'Coin Sultan,' amid unresolved embezzlement cases.
- Tehran's judiciary execute Vahid Malakoutian
- Gholamhossein Esmaeili announce Vahid Malakoutian
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The impending execution reflects Iran's harsh penalties for financial crimes.
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