New reports say two Iranian girls were executed by hanging, sparking international condemnation and renewed focus on human rights in the Islamic Republic. Authorities claim the executions were legal under Iranian law, but critics question the due process afforded to the girls.
The identities and exact ages of the victims have not been fully confirmed by state media, but sources indicate both were minors at the time of the alleged offenses. Their cases are part of a broader pattern of rising executions of women and girls, especially in relation to moral or “crimes of chastity” charges.
Human rights groups say the executions illustrate systemic flaws in Iran’s criminal justice system—highlighting lack of transparency, potential coercion, and irregularities in how age and confession evidence are handled. This latest development is intensifying pressure on Tehran to reform its capital-punishment policies and to adhere to international norms protecting children and due process.