Iranian authorities have carried out the execution of three men convicted of rape, according to an official statement released on Wednesday, July 16, 2025.
The Iranian judiciary confirmed that the trio was found guilty after due legal proceedings and was sentenced to death in line with the country’s penal code, which permits capital punishment for serious offenses such as sexual assault.
Local reports indicate that the convicted individuals were involved in separate cases of violent sexual assault, which led to their arrests, trials, and eventual conviction by the Revolutionary Court. The identities of the individuals and the details of the crimes were not disclosed in full, in keeping with Iran’s judicial confidentiality standards.
Human rights organizations have expressed concern over the use of capital punishment in Iran, particularly for crimes that do not involve murder. However, Iranian officials maintain that such measures are necessary to uphold justice and deter heinous crimes.
Iran remains one of the countries with the highest number of executions globally, and while international observers continue to call for reforms in the judicial system, the Iranian government insists that its legal framework aligns with Islamic law and the will of its people.
The execution comes amid broader debates on criminal justice in the Islamic Republic, with rights advocates urging greater transparency and reform in handling sexual violence cases.
