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Iran hangs two 'political prisoners' from banned opposition

Tehran executed two men who belonged to a banned opposition group, rights groups said, as capital punishments continue amid tensions with the US and Israel.

Published Mar 30, 2026, 7:19 AM EDT | WFMZZ

Iran on Monday hanged two men who were members of a banned opposition group and described by rights groups as political prisoners. The executions occurred as Tehran continues carrying out capital punishment against the backdrop of the war with the US and Israel.