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Massacres and executions: what are we hearing from inside Iran? – The Latest

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Presented by Lucy Hough with Deepa Parent; produced by Bryony Moore and Rory Symon; Lead producer Zoe HitchJanuary 14, 2026 at 07:18 PM
Massacres and executions: what are we hearing from inside Iran? – The Latest
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The Iranian regime is violently suppressing protests, leading to executions and defying warnings from the US President. Erfan Soltani, a 26-year-old protester, has been sentenced to death, though it is unconfirmed if the execution has been carried out. The crackdown follows ongoing demonstrations within Iran, the reasons for which are not specified in the article. Journalist Deepa Parent provides insights into the situation inside Iran, detailing what she is hearing from people on the ground. The information is available in a YouTube video featuring Lucy Hough interviewing Deepa Parent.

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Key Player Opposition Context
Erfan Soltani 40% United States 50% Iran ×360% Donald Trump ×280%

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iran 100% protests 90% executions 90% crackdown 80% iranian regime 70% death sentence 60% erfan soltani 50% us president 40%

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The Guardian - World News
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Center-Left (-0.40)
Far LeftCenterFar Right
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70%
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Iran

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