Amnesty: Iran sentences 30 to death, including minors
The Jerusalem Post • • world
Key Points:
- Amnesty International reports that 30 individuals, including minors, face the death penalty following expedited trials linked to January 2026 Iranian protests, with eight already sentenced to death.
- Among those sentenced are an 18-year-old and a 19-year-old, while two 17-year-olds remain on trial, charged with offenses such as arson and involvement in the death of a security officer.
- The trials have been marred by serious violations, including torture-induced confessions, denial of legal representation, and refusal to accept independent lawyers appointed by families.
- Amnesty warns the actual number at risk of execution is likely higher, as thousands of protesters have been arrested and threatened with the death penalty by Iranian authorities.
- Amnesty’s Deputy Regional Director, Diana
