Iran Executes 29 People in a Single Day, Sparking Global Concern

In a shocking development, Iran executed 29 individuals in a single day last week, with 26 of these executions carried out in one prison alone. The mass execution, which took place last Wednesday, has drawn international attention and concern over the country's judicial practices.

According to rights activists within the country, the majority of these executions occurred at Gezelhesar prison in Kharaj, a city located just outside Tehran. The Norway-based organization, Iran Human Rights (IHR), confirmed that 26 people were executed at this facility. Additionally, four more individuals were hanged at a separate prison in Karaj city. Among those executed were two Afghan nationals, all of whom were reportedly involved in crimes such as murder, drug trafficking, and rape.

This mass execution followed the hanging of a man last Tuesday for his involvement in the 2022 protests, which were sparked by the death of Mahsa Amini, a young woman who died in police custody after being detained for allegedly violating the country's strict hijab policy. Amini's death led to widespread protests across Iran, with many accusing the police of torturing and killing her, a claim her family has supported.

The rapid succession of executions has raised alarms among human rights organizations worldwide. Two US-based organizations, the Human Rights Activist News Agency (HRANA) and the Center for Human Rights in Iran (CHRI), also reported that at least 24 of the executions took place in Gezelhesar prison.

The events in Iran continue to underscore the harsh realities faced by those accused of crimes in the country, particularly in cases involving political dissent. The international community, including organizations such as Amnesty International, has repeatedly called for Iran to halt its use of the death penalty, especially in cases where due process may not have been fully observed.

The ongoing situation in Iran serves as a stark reminder of the importance of upholding human rights and ensuring that justice systems around the world operate transparently and fairly. For more detailed coverage of this and other global human rights issues, follow BengaliVogue.com, where we provide in-depth analysis and updates on the latest developments.