Iran Hangs Protesters as Executions Surge, Rights Groups Say
NYT > World News·July 28, 2026

Iran's government has been rapidly increasing executions, according to human rights activists. The latest executions have sparked public protests, with videos circulating that appear to show the unrest. Human rights groups have condemned the surge in executions, citing concerns over the fairness of trials and the use of capital punishment. The Iranian government's actions have drawn widespread criticism from rights organizations and the international community.
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