Activists Launch Global Campaign Against Executions In Iran

In a united effort, 80 political groups and parties, joined by more than 600 Iranian and non-Iranian activists, have initiated a week-long campaign against executions in Iran.

The campaign, scheduled from January 13-20, includes protests in 9 countries and 30 cities worldwide, where activists aim to engage with officials from various nations on the pressing issue.

A statement issued by activists emphasizes the diverse programs and protests planned across different cities globally throughout the week, urging individuals to "Join us to stop the execution and suppression machine in Iran through global unity and solidarity."

On Saturday, rallies opposing executions took place in several cities, accompanied by social media campaigns against the death penalty.

Particularly concerning were posts related to six prisoners sentenced to execution, featuring the hashtag "No to Execution." Additionally, users announced plans to initiate a X (Twitter) storm on Sunday evening.

Over the past four decades, Iran has consistently held a notorious reputation for having one of the highest per capita execution rates globally. The issuance of death sentences has witnessed a significant upswing following nationwide protests.

Human rights organizations, including the HRANA website, report that in 2023, at least 746 individuals were executed in Iran, marking a 32% increase compared to the previous year. During the same period, the issuance of death sentences was 68% higher than the preceding year.