Iran executes protester accused of acting for Israel, US during protests

Iran has executed Majid Adineh, a man accused of acting as an agent for Israel and the US during the January anti-government protests. Adineh was convicted of "operational action in favour of hostile groups" and was sentenced to death based on evidence and statements made during his trial. He was arrested on January 9, along with another suspect, carrying weapons including a revolver, ammunition, tasers, tear gas canisters, a chainsaw, and gasoline.

The protests, which began in late December over economic hardships, quickly escalated into nationwide demonstrations against the government. Iranian authorities have reported over 3,000 deaths from the unrest, attributing the violence to "terrorist acts" orchestrated by the US and Israel. Since the start of the Middle East war on February 28, Iran has seen a rise in executions, with at least 1,639 people put to death in 2021, according to Iran Human Rights and ECPM.

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