Iran executes three individuals arrested over January protests: State media

DUBAI – Iran executed three men on March 19 convicted of killing two police officers during unrest earlier in 2026, state media reported, saying the sentences had been upheld by the Supreme Court.

The judiciary said the men were found guilty of murder and “Moharebeh” (waging war against God), including carrying out acts it said were in favour of Israel and the United States.

The executions were carried out in the religious city of Qom.

The authorities said the three had taken part in attacks using knives and other weapons during protests on Jan 8, killing two police officers.

Iranian officials have repeatedly accused foreign adversaries, including Israel and the US, of involvement in the nationwide unrest earlier in 2026, which was repressed in the biggest crackdown in the Islamic Republic’s history. REUTERS