Human Rights Watch estimates thousands of executions in Iran in 1988. Amnesty International reported 853 hangings in Iran in 2023. Saeed Eshraghi’s family members were executed in 1983 due to their Baha’i faith. Capital punishment continues to be used in Iran, with a significant increase in executions in recent years. Protester Majid Kazemi was sentenced to death for political dissent. The surge in executions led to protests against capital punishment. At least 166 executions were recorded in Iran in October 2023. The ‘No to Execution’ campaign aims to raise awareness of human rights violations in Iran.
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Mercedes Vega: Witness in armed robbery case found dead in burning car, bleach in her throat
Cudjoe Young faces multiple charges, including first-degree murder and kidnapping, in connection with the brutal death of 22-year-old Mercedes Vega, who was set to testify against him in a previous robbery case. Vega was found dead in a burning vehicle, having suffered multiple injuries, and prosecutors allege Young orchestrated her murder to prevent her from testifying. Want More Context? 🔎
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