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Iran: Over 2,500 Confirmed Deaths, Fears of Protester Executions

Published January 14, 2026, 16:19
Iran: Over 2,500 Confirmed Deaths, Fears of Protester Executions

The crackdown on protests in Iran is escalating, with the confirmed death toll reaching 2,571, while human rights organizations estimate the actual number to be up to five times higher. Authorities are preparing to carry out the first execution of a protester, 26-year-old Erfan Soltani, who was sentenced to death, causing international concern and reactions. Despite threats, arrests (over 18,000) and violence, protests continue, while Tehran disregards warnings from the US about potential “very strong responses” in the event of executions. Amnesty International warns of the possible use of summary trials and arbitrary executions.