Soaring executions in Iran suggest use as 'tool of state intimidation,' UN says
At least 47% of executions carried out in Iran in 2025 had been related to drug offences, the UN human rights office said....
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At least 47% of executions carried out in Iran in 2025 had been related to drug offences, the UN human rights office said....
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