Iran Executions Surge: 94 Prisoners Killed in past two weeks

Iran executions surge with 94 prisoners killed in past two weeks, including in Kermanshah, Hamedan, Fereydunkenar, and Tabriz.

Iran Human Rights Society, Monday, September 8, 2025 – Iran executions have reached alarming levels, with 94 prisoners executed in past two weeks alone. This equates to over four executions daily, or one every six hours, according to the Iran Human Rights Society. On September 8, 2025, authorities executed five prisoners in Kermanshah, Hamedan, Fereydunkenar, and Tabriz prisons. These acts highlight a troubling disregard for human rights. Consequently, the international community must address this crisis urgently.

Execution in Kermanshah’s Dizelabad Prison

On September 3, 2025, authorities executed Rahman Ali-Akbar in Dizelabad Prison, Kermanshah. Rahman, son of Ebrahim from Angaz village, faced a death sentence for murder charges. His execution reflects the ongoing use of capital punishment in Iran. Furthermore, such cases often lack transparent judicial processes, raising concerns about fairness.

Hamedan Prison Execution

At dawn on September 8, 2025, Ahmad Shamlou died by execution in Hamedan Prison. Authorities sentenced him to death for drug-related charges. This case underscores Iran’s harsh anti-drug policies, which disproportionately target marginalized groups. Therefore, scrutiny of these judicial practices is critical.

Fereydunkenar Prisoner Execution

On September 7, 2025, a prisoner faced execution in Fereydunkenar Prison for murder, as reported by the local prosecutor. Details about the individual remain scarce, highlighting the lack of transparency in Iran’s judicial system. Consequently, this secrecy fuels concerns about human rights violations.

Tabriz Prison Executions

On the same day, September 7, 2025, Tabriz Prison saw the execution of Mojtaba Salemi and Sadegh Bahmani, contributing to a total of seven executions there. Both men, arrested years ago for drug-related charges, faced death sentences. Sadegh, detained four years prior, and Mojtaba, held for six years, exemplify Iran’s reliance on capital punishment for non-violent offenses. Thus, these cases demand international attention.

Iran Executions Violate Human Rights

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Article 3, guarantees everyone the right to life. However, Iran executions directly contravene this principle. The death penalty’s irreversibility risks irreversible judicial errors. Moreover, execution methods often involve torture, violating human dignity. These practices clash with global human rights standards.

Breaching International Commitments

Iran, a signatory to the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, must ensure fair trials for death penalty cases under Article 6. Yet, many Iran executions occur without transparency or independent courts. Restrictions on defendants’ rights further violate these commitments.

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