March 20, 2026
Iran Executes 3 for Role in January Protests
The hangings come one day after a Swedish citizen was executed for allegedly spying for Israel.
TL;DR
- Three protesters, Saleh Mohammadi, Mehdi Ghasemi, and Saeed Davoudi, were executed by Iran on March 19.
- They were found guilty of killing two police officers with knives on Jan. 8 during protests.
- The men were also convicted of "Moharebeh," including acting on behalf of Israel and the United States.
- Executions were carried out by hanging in the city of Qom.
- Saleh Mohammadi was 19 years old and a professional wrestler.
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