Liz Throssell
Spokesperson for the UN Human Rights Office
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View Timeline →UN: Over 900 people executed in Iran in 2024
The UN reports that Iran executed over 900 people in 2024, with a significant increase in executions, particularly of women and political dissenters. This alarming…
UN High Commissioner Expresses Serious Concern Over Recent Wave of Executions in Iran
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has voiced grave concerns over a recent surge in executions in Iran, with 29 people executed in just…
Hengaw: At Least 122 Prisoners Executed in Iranian Prisons Last Month
Hengaw reports that at least 122 prisoners were executed in Iran last month, a significant increase from October. The report highlights that many of those…
European Union: The Speed of Executions in Iran is 'Horrific'
The European Union condemned the rapid increase in executions in Iran, labeling it 'horrific' and demanding a halt. This follows the recent executions of two…
UN Human Rights Office Condemns Execution of 17-Year-Old and 22-Year-Old Man in Iran
The UN Human Rights Office condemned the execution of a 17-year-old and a 22-year-old in Iran, highlighting violations of international laws regarding juvenile offenders and…