May 2026
Iran News in Brief – May 25, 2026
This article reports on the execution of a woman prisoner in Ardabil, bringing the total to twelve women executed in 2026. It also highlights a…
The Triangle of the Judiciary, Security Lawyers, and Mizan News Agency; Why Are Executions Being Carried Out with 'Intensity and Speed'?
The Iranian judiciary executed two individuals accused of separatism. The lack of details surrounding their arrest and trial raises concerns about the transparency of the…
Kurdish Political Prisoners Ramin Zleh and Karim Maroufpour Executed in Iran
Ramin Zleh and Karim Maroufpour, two Kurdish political prisoners, were secretly executed in Iran. Their case highlights the ongoing repression of Kurdish activists and political…
Iran executes two men accused of security threats and terror
Iran executed two men, Ramin Zaleh and Karim Maroufpour, on Thursday after convicting them of forming a group to disrupt national security and being members…
Iranian Regime Secretly Hangs 2 Iraqis and 2 Kurdish Political Prisoners
Iran is accused of secretly executing two Iraqi nationals in April on espionage charges, according to Hengaw Human Rights Organization. Separately, the Iranian judiciary announced…
Iran Executes Two Kurdish Political Prisoners Over IRGC Commander Killing
The Iranian judiciary executed Ramin Zaleh and Karim Maroufpour, two Kurdish political prisoners, in Naghdeh Central Prison on May 21, 2026. They were accused of…
European Parliament Overwhelmingly Adopts Strong Resolution Condemning Iran's Repression
On May 21, 2026, the European Parliament adopted a resolution condemning Iran's systematic repression, secret executions of political prisoners, and human rights abuses. The resolution…