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Iran's Execution Threat Amid Protests Sparks Global Outcry

1/13/2026

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Iran plans to execute Erfan Soltani, a 26-year-old Iranian protester, on January 14 for waging war against God.
Human rights groups say over 10,000 arrests and over 500 deaths amid protests over economic crisis.
The Iran Human Rights organization warns of potential mass executions.
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened military action against Iran if violence against protesters continues.
Iranian officials say they are ready to retaliate against U.S. forces.

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Iran plans to execute Erfan Soltani, a 26-year-old Iranian protester, on January 14 for waging war against God.
Human rights groups say over 10,000 arrests and over 500 deaths amid protests over economic crisis.
The Iran Human Rights organization warns of potential mass executions.
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened military action against Iran if violence against protesters continues.
Iranian officials say they are ready to retaliate against U.S. forces.