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Iran Enforces Death Penalty for Spying Amid U.S. Tensions

3/31/2026

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An Iranian judiciary spokesperson said the law allows the death penalty and asset confiscation for spying or aiding hostile states.
Conflict with U.S. and Israel escalated after attacks on February 28, 2025.
Authorities have arrested over 1,000 people this month for filming sensitive sites or sharing anti-government content.
The 2025 law targets actions supporting hostile governments and misinformation during wartime.
Authorities have issued around 200 indictments and intensified asset seizures.

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An Iranian judiciary spokesperson said the law allows the death penalty and asset confiscation for spying or aiding hostile states.
Conflict with U.S. and Israel escalated after attacks on February 28, 2025.
Authorities have arrested over 1,000 people this month for filming sensitive sites or sharing anti-government content.
The 2025 law targets actions supporting hostile governments and misinformation during wartime.
Authorities have issued around 200 indictments and intensified asset seizures.