Iran has executed two men, Javad Zamani and Abolfazl Saedi, it described as 'armed leaders' of the January 2026 unrest, leaving fears of a new crackdown among protesters.
The unrest that began in early 2026 led to clashes between authorities and demonstrators in several parts of Iran. Iranian officials have repeatedly said some individuals involved in the unrest were armed and posed security threats, while critics have questioned the government's treatment of protesters and the use of severe criminal charges against those detained.
