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Iranian Activists' Hunger Strike Protests Executions of Protesters

Dozens of Iranian women political prisoners, including Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi, have gone on a hunger strike in protest of the execution of protester Mohammad Ghobadlou, who was hanged despite international outcry. The execution has sparked a wave of anger and protest in Iranian society, leading to a symbolic collective hunger strike joined by prominent Iranian artists and activists worldwide. The protesters aim to keep the names of the executed alive and save hundreds of individuals awaiting execution in Iranian prisons, calling for public support to halt executions in Iran.

2 years ago•Source: ABC News

Iran Executes 23-Year-Old Protester with Mental Health Condition

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Iran Executes 23-Year-Old Protester with Mental Health Condition

Iran has executed Mohammad Ghobadlou, a 23-year-old man with a mental health condition, for his alleged involvement in the 2022 protests. Ghobadlou was convicted of murder and "corruption on Earth" for allegedly running over a policeman with his car during a protest near Tehran. His execution has been condemned by rights groups, who say he faced an unfair trial marred by torture allegations and that appeals to consider his mental health condition were rejected. The nationwide unrest was triggered by the death in custody of Mahsa Amini, leading to a violent crackdown by security forces.

via BBC.com

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