Iran has executed a man for alleged espionage and intelligence cooperation with Israel, according to Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency.
The executed individual was identified as Gholamreza Khani Shekarab. He was hanged after his death sentence was upheld by Iran’s Supreme Court, the report said.
The execution comes amid a continuing series of similar cases. Since the US and Israel’s war on Iran began on February 28, Tehran has reportedly executed several individuals convicted on charges of spying for Israel.
Human rights organisations have strongly criticised the recent spate of hangings in Iran. Rights activists have long accused Iran of being the world’s second most prolific executioner after China.
Authorities in Iran have not provided additional details regarding the specific allegations in Shekarab’s case beyond the reported espionage charges, according to the media report.
Source : Al Jazeera