Iran executes three convicted of killing police in recent pre-war unrest

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffMarch 19, 2026 at 06:22 AM

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Iran executed three individuals convicted of killing two police officers during unrest in January. The judiciary stated the executed were also found guilty of actions supporting the United States and Israel. These executions occurred amidst an ongoing war and followed earlier anti-establishment protests where authorities claim 3,117 people died, although human rights organizations suggest a much higher toll. This week, Iran also executed a Swedish citizen accused of spying for Israel and announced further arrests targeting individuals allegedly collaborating with the US and Israel. These actions are part of a broader crackdown on dissent and perceived foreign influence within the country.

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UN 40% Sweden 40% Mizan Online 40% Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) 50% Dey unrest 60% Israel ×370% United States ×470% Iran ×690%

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Iran

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